Conservation of sandal genetic resources in India. I. Extraction patterns and threats to sandal resources in Karnataka

Sandal is one of the most important commercial tree species in the deciduous forests of South India contributing substantially to the foreign exchange earned through the export of forest products. However, due to extensive changes in the land use patterns, deforestation and the indiscriminate exploitation of the sandal resources, the natural stock of the species has been rapidly dwindling in the country. This paper highlights on assessment of extraction patterns and threats to sandal resources in the state of Karnataka, that accounts for more than 60 to 70 per cent of the total area under sandal in the country. Our study confirms that over the years there has been a steady decrease in the availability of sandal. The decrease is mirrored in the reduction of sandal wood supplied to the factories over the years. The implications of the study with particular reference to the conservation of sandal genetic resources in the state as well as in the country has been discussed

Perceptions Of Adults With Type 1 Diabetes About Diabetes Management And Exercise

This study was conducted to understand participants’ experiences with diabetes management and relationships with exercise for a sample of adults (27-65 years old) with Type 1 diabetes living in the United States and identify potential technological features for a digital health tool supporting physical exercise and diabetes management. The sample consisted of 12 participants living across the nation. Participants were recruited online, through social media and healthcare system platforms. Participant data was collected in the form of surveys and interviews and analyzed using a constructivist framework and thematic analysis. Findings were collapsed into four major themes: 1) making exercise decisions are often based on blood sugar, 2) low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is a barrier to exercise, 3) connecting with peers with Type 1 enriches support, and 4) technology has improved management of diabetes. A digital health tool benefitting people with Type 1 diabetes should integrate these findings by providing exercise support based on current blood sugar measurements, including educational content on how to avoid low blood sugar when exercising, creating spaces for people with Type 1 diabetes to share experiences and interact with peers with Type 1, and exploring application integrations with CGM/insulin pump technologies