Role and Responsibilities of Library as a Learning Resource Centre in Higher Educational Institutions

The Higher Education Institutions in India is one of the biggest education sectors where, changing need of stakeholder need to be addressed according to available resources at present. In current scenario the role played by library is not limited to storage and retrieval of information. But, dissemination of information at right time to the right hand. In the history of civilization, access to knowledge is ensured by pictures, scripts, paintings, monuments, varied heritage, and print-non-print media. After certain period of time, storage house and library came into exist and then knowledge is circulating generation to generation. History also reveals that knowledge is only source of development taken placed and it is continued in present, therefore, same will be happen in future too. The present paper focuses on the library as a learning resources centre has a vital role to be played for survival and inclusive development of entire human being in the world

Detection of clogged arteries using LabVIEW

People suffering from peripheral artery disease -- a debilitating condition that can lead to heart attack and stroke has been rose nearly to 24 percent, 202 million from 164 million worldwide, over the past decade. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is nothing but building up of cholesterol and plaque in the arteries that lead to the extremities. In reality, PAD and CAD both are related to a single disease, atherosclerosis, which is a buildup of cholesterol in the arteries throughout the body and which eventually leads to heart diseases like heart attack. The diagnosis of heart disease starts from doctor checking the arteries through a stethoscope to detect any whooshing sound called as bruit which seems to be a crude method. Then certain blood tests are done through which levels of cholesterol, fats, etc. are checked. The Ankle/Brachial Index, followed by EKG (Electrocardiogram), Echocardiography, Computed Tomography Scan and Stress Testing. Final step is CCTA. Coronary CT angiography (C CTA) provides help in predicting heart attack risk in patients who are suspected to have coronary artery disease, but they mostly don’t show signs of any other risk factors, such as high cholesterol elevated blood pressure, or diabetes. The method proposed here is to detect peripheral artery disease through nerves in the foot. It’s safe to use unlike angiography where the suspected patients are exposed to special X-rays which might be harming. Also the time required for the results to generate is very less as well. The implementation of this method is a graphical representation of different artery points of the foot. So the inference is very easy. Frequent testing can be done and by comparing the graph obtained during different tests can be compared with previous reports

Role and Responsibilities of Library as a Learning Resource Centre in Higher Educational Institutions

The Higher Education Institutions in India is one of the biggest education sectors where, changing need of stakeholder need to be addressed according to available resources at present. In current scenario the role played by library is not limited to storage and retrieval of information. But, dissemination of information at right time to the right hand. In the history of civilization, access to knowledge is ensured by pictures, scripts, paintings, monuments, varied heritage, and print-non-print media. After certain period of time, storage house and library came into exist and then knowledge is circulating generation to generation. History also reveals that knowledge is only source of development taken placed and it is continued in present, therefore, same will be happen in future too. The present paper focuses on the library as a learning resources centre has a vital role to be played for survival and inclusive development of entire human being in the world

PHYTOCHEMISTRY AND PHARMACOLOGY OF PTEROCARPUS SANTALINUS AND ITS ROLE IN DERMATOLOGY

The review provides an updated overview of the phytochemical and pharmacological studies on Pterocarpus santalinus. It briefs on the synergistic interactions of P. santalinus with other medicinal plants and its use in Ayurvedic formulations. Phytochemical analysis suggests the presence of triterpenoids, steroids, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. The phytoconstituents and related pharmacological activities of various parts of P. santalinus include antifungal, anticholinesterase, antidiabetic, antibacterial, antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antiulcer. Literature survey highlights the dermatological applications of the phytoconstituents such as pterostilbene, savinin, and betulin as potential leads for anti-aging, ultraviolet rays (UV-B) protective, and wound healing effects. Undoubtedly, P. santalinus has wide therapeutic value. The dermatologically significant phytoconstituents, namely, pterostilbene, cedrol, savinin, lupeol, betulin, β-eudesmol, and α-bisabolol, if isolated and used in dermatological formulations, can show promising skin protective effect. The data were compiled using scientific databases, namely, Google Scholar and PubMed, the data made available specifically from 2010 to 2021

An overview of anti-diabetic plants used in Gabon: Pharmacology and Toxicology

© 2017 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.Ethnopharmacological relevance: The management of diabetes mellitus management in African communities, especially in Gabon, is not well established as more than 60% of population rely on traditional treatments as primary healthcare. The aim of this review was to collect and present the scientific evidence for the use of medicinal plants that are in currect by Gabonese traditional healers to manage diabetes or hyperglycaemia based here on the pharmacological and toxicological profiles of plants with anti-diabetic activity. There are presented in order to promote their therapeutic value, ensure a safer use by population and provide some bases for further study on high potential plants reviewed. Materials and methods: Ethnobotanical studies were sourced using databases such as Online Wiley library, Pubmed, Google Scholar, PROTA, books and unpublished data including Ph.D. and Master thesis, African and Asian journals. Keywords including ‘Diabetes’ ‘Gabon’ ‘Toxicity’ ‘Constituents’ ‘hyperglycaemia’ were used. Results: A total of 69 plants currently used in Gabon with potential anti-diabetic activity have been identified in the literature, all of which have been used in in vivo or in vitro studies. Most of the plants have been studied in human or animal models for their ability to reduce blood glucose, stimulate insulin secretion or inhibit carbohydrates enzymes. Active substances have been identified in 12 out of 69 plants outlined in this review, these include Allium cepa and Tabernanthe iboga. Only eight plants have their active substances tested for anti-diabetic activity and are suitables for further investigation. Toxicological data is scarce and is dose-related to the functional parameters of major organs such as kidney and liver. Conclusion: An in-depth understanding on the pharmacology and toxicology of Gabonese anti-diabetic plants is lacking yet there is a great scope for new treatments. With further research, the use of Gabonese anti-diabetic plants is important to ensure the safety of the diabetic patients in Gabon.Peer reviewedFinal Accepted Versio

Antidiabetic and nephroprotective effect of tectona grandis linn. In alloxan induced diabetes

In the present study, effect of ethanolic extract of bark of Tectona grandis Linn. (TG) was evaluated using alloxan induced diabetes and associated renal complication. The diabetes was induced by administration of alloxan to the rats at the dose of 140 mg/kg, i.p. TG was administered to diabetic animals for six weeks and various biochemical parameters in blood and urine (plasma glucose, serum albumin, total protein, and creatinine, urine total protein, urine albumin), tissue parameters (cholesterol and triglyceride in kidney homogenate) and % change in body weight were evaluated along with histopathological study. In present study diabetic animals treated with TG showed significant reduction in the elevated level of plasma glucose (p<0.01) when compared with diabetic control. While considering renal parameters, diabetic animals treated with TG showed significant decrease in serum creatinine (p<0.05), urine albumin and urine total protein levels (p<0.01) and significant increase in serum albumin, total protein and % change in body weight (p<0.01) when compared with diabetic control. Diabetic control showed significant increase in total cholesterol and triglyceride accumulation in kidney, while diabetic animals treated with TG showed significant decrease in levels of total cholesterol (p<0.01) and triglyceride (p<0.05) in the kidney when compared with diabetic control. Diabetic control showed significant mark of glomerulosclerosis and hyalinization which occurs because of severe diabetic condition (diabetic nephropathy). Diabetic groups treated with TG showed absence of the sclerotic lesions produced by diabetic condition. Hence, the results obtained in the present study indicate that Tectona grandis has the potential to treat diabetes mellitus and prevent the associated renal damage

Comparative Assessment of Opioid Reversal Nasal Spray Efficacy in Countering Fentanyl-Induced Opioid Toxicity in Wistar Albino Rats

Introduction: Anti-opioid nasal spray is already well established in the US market. The opioid reversal activity is characterized by displacement of opioid by anti opioid drug. The formulation in another dosage form studied for its behavioral changes in eperimental animals.Objectives: The present study investigates a comparative analysis between a commercially available opioid reversal nasal spray and an in-house developed nasal spray, examining their impact on the locomotor activity of Wistar albino rats experiencing Fentanyl overdose.Methods: The study comprises of 4 groups, first group was labeled as normal control and rest of 3 groups were overdose with fentanyl citrate injection, Group II was kept as an opioid control or negative control group, and rests of two groups Group III and Group IV were administered with marketed and in-house opioid reversal nasal spray respectively. After administration of drug the locomotor activity was measured by using the open field test apparatus. Activity calculated in terms of No of grid cross and freezing.Results: Statistical data were analysed with a parametric two-way ANOVA followed by Dunnett\u27s multiple comparison tests. The obtained results of test were equivalent as that of marketed formulation.Conclusions: The comparative evaluation of anti-opioid nasal spray was carried out to treat fentanyl induced opioid overdose, the results of test were equivalent as that of the marketed formulation.

Importance of nutritional labelling on packed food items and customer’s buying preference towards it in Ireland

Ireland stands in third place for the consumption of unhealthy and fast food over the past 15 years. This has boosted the rate of obesity and heart-related conditions in Ireland. After the implementation of Nutritional Labelling Law, many European countries have shown a positive impact on customer’s buying and decision-making behaviour. The main objective of this study is to determine the use of nutritional labels and people’s perception of nutritional labels in Ireland before buying prepacked food products from supermarkets/grocery stores. Quantitative methodology is used to collect primary data. The design of the study is the cross-sectional design. A total of 135 responses were received within four weeks. Secondary data was collected from journal articles, books, news articles, websites. On average, three fourth participants reported that they take a look at nutritional information at the point of purchase. People in Ireland mostly prefer buying products with health claims like low fat, 100% natural, and high fibre. Customers also reported back-of-pack labelling easy to understand compared to front-of-pack labelling. The study also shows a positive association between nutritional labelling and healthy lifestyle. Furthermore, demographic factors like gender, age, income, education have a significant impact on the customer’s decision-making process. More investigation is required because most people look at nutritional labels; most people understand content mentioned on nutritional labels; still, the obesity rate is increasing in Ireland. The government will need to implement new strategies, as mentioned in the study to educate people about nutritional labelling as most people read nutritional labels and want to live a healthy life

Context Aware Case Based Reasoning (KNN) for Auto-Generation of Song Playlist based on Weather Forecast (ARIMA, ES): Dublin, Ireland

The ever increasing amount of music data on internet has led many opportunities in this field for implementing services to ease the music experience of the user. Recommendation domain in music area is the booming topic. The researches done so far were mostly concerned in improving the music experience of a particular user considering individual factors like emotional status, personal likings, and response of an individual user in particular context. Effects of external factors on music preferences of the user are still in research. Objective: This work proposes a model to auto generate the playlist of songs suitable to the weather situations using context aware case based reasoning for Dublin. Dataset: Three datasets are required for the implementation of the project, meteorological data having necessary affecting features, music library containing the name of songs and tags and audio fingerprints of the music library. Methodology: Two approaches are considered for this study: to generate forecasting model using ARIMA for weather predictions and to generate case based reasoning classification model using KNN. Results: This research concludes that the classification model under the constraint of weather classifies the music data accurately with an accuracy of 73.97%. The model will inhibit a listener to scroll through millions of music tracks to find that one suitable track for the moment. It will improve user experience by recommending them tracks considering weather context

An in-depth Analysis of Digital Library Platforms with a Focus on the DSpace Open-Source Solution

The study provides a theoretical framework for the Digital Library software and to give readers a better understanding of how to select/use open source software in libraries especially software for digital libraries. Authors found that there have been continuous additions and developments in the management systems for open source libraries, hence there is a need to make an up-to-date comprehensive survey to foster the remarkable development of open source software and its application in academic libraries. DSpace software is one of the OSS for DLs examined in the study