Challenges in using anti-plagiarism software: a case study

289-293The paper highlights the coverage, features, functionalities and limitations of different anti-plagiarism software used at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. While anti-plagiarism software can enhance the quality of writing, the study reiterates that anti-plagiarism software should be used in conjunction with human intelligence

Challenges in using anti-plagiarism software: a case study

The paper highlights the coverage, features, functionalities and limitations of different anti-plagiarism software used at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. While anti-plagiarism software can enhance the quality of writing, the study reiterates that anti-plagiarism software should be used in conjunction with human intelligence

Use of text-matching software in education and research: a review of select literature

The paper reviews the literature and dwells upon the reasons behind the occurrences of plagiarism. It reiterates that the anti-plagiarism software are automated programs and should be used in conjunction with human intelligence and detailed human scrutiny. The authors highlights the advantages and disadvantages of using the anti-plagiarism software and recommend that training sessions and orientation programs be organized for the students and researchers to sensitize them to the basic principle of honesty in academic and research enterprise, impacting all the stakeholders

Use of text-matching software in education and research: a review of select literature

178-189The paper reviews the literature and dwells upon the reasons behind the occurrences of plagiarism. It reiterates that the anti-plagiarism software are automated programs and should be used in conjunction with human intelligence and detailed human scrutiny. The authors highlights the advantages and disadvantages of using the anti-plagiarism software and recommend that training sessions and orientation programs be organized for the students and researchers to sensitize them to the basic principle of honesty in academic and research enterprise, impacting all the stakeholders

Kinetic and mechanistic study of oxidation of 1,2-propanediol by aqueous alkaline solution of N-bromosuccinimide in the presence of aquachloro-complex of ruthenium(III) as homogeneous catalyst

Kinetics of Ru(III) catalysis in oxidation of 1,2-propanediol by N-bromosuccinimide in alkaline media has been studied in presence of mercuric acetate as bromide ions scavenger in the temperature range of 30–45 °C. The reaction follows complex kinetics, being first order with respect to both 1,2-propanediol and Ru(III). First order kinetics with respect to NBS at its lower concentrations shifts to zero order at its high concentrations. Variation of both [OH-] and [KCl] shows a positive effect on the rate of reaction. Negligible effect of addition of succinimide (reduction product of NBS) is observed, while variation of both [Hg(OAc)2] and ionic strength has no effect on rate of the reactions. Various activation parameters are calculated. The products of the reactions have been identified as acetic acid and formic acid. A suitable mechanism in conformity with the kinetic observations is discussed and rate law derived

Prevalence and causes of blindness in patients coming to a tertiary eye care centre in western Uttar Pradesh

Background: Objective of the research was to study the prevalence of blindness in adult patients coming to a tertiary eye care centre in Western Uttar Pradesh and assess their causes. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on adult patients coming to the outpatient department of a tertiary eye care centre over a period of 3 months and 375 patients were identified as having blindness. Complete ophthalmological examination was conducted to find out the cause for the same. Results: The prevalence of blindness was found out to be 4.096%. The major causes for blindness in adults were identified as cataract (33.06%), glaucoma (13.6%), ARMD (5.6%), diabetic retinopathy (5.06%), corneal scar/opacity/dystrophy (26.93%), amblyopia (3.2%) and trauma (2.13%). Conclusions: Knowledge of prevalence of blindness in a region is important in developing and implementing eye care services. Avoidable blindness needs to be identified and treated as soon as possible

Digital Archiving of Grey Literature in Universities: a case study of Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi

The present paper describes the importance of Grey literature (GL) in scholarly communication. It highlights the initiatives taken at the Central Library of Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, to digitize and preserve the GL. It dwells upon how 18,000 theses and dissertations were digitized, and 7500 documents related to people’s movements in the pre and post-independence era comprising 3lac pages were digitized and archived. It elaborates on the challenges encountered and overcome, like removing the duplicate copies, assigning metadata, and saving files as PDF/A, budgetary constraints. The study has relevance for other libraries that intend to undertake digitization projects. The paper also describes the Digital Thesis Tracking System which facilitates the research scholars to submit their theses online for evaluation and award of the degree. JNU implemented this online system a few years ago and has reaped rich dividends mostly during this crucial time when the university is closed. It is beneficial for the professionals to implement a system like Digital Thesis Tracking System, facilitating the user community to submit their theses online. The authors recommend implementing such a digital system where the research community can upload their theses, plagiarism report, and other necessary documents. Further, the same can be forwarded to the examiners with ease, and action could be taken. This digital system has the potential to save time and address space and storage concerns of libraries

Disproportionate poor Visual outcome post Cataract Surgery in Tobacco addicts in a rural North Indian population of Uttar Pradesh

Background: There are approximately 267 million tobacco users in India.Tobacco use is more prevalent among men and rural illiterate population belonging to low Socio-economic strata. The most prevalent form of tobacco use in India is smokeless tobacco eg. Khaini, Gutkha,Zarda etc which are manufactured as cottage small scale industry, hence, available easily followed by bidi smoking which is more common in rural areas as compared to urban areas. Many people don’t realize that tobacco use can lead to vision loss. It increases the risk of Age related Macular degeneration, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Diabetic retinopathy and Dry eye syndrome which is further aggravated if accompani ed with poor nutrition. Carcinogenic, Cardiovascular etc health hazards of tobacco use have been extensively advertised and studied but,its hazardous effects on Ocular health needs to be extensively highlighted to prevent blindness/low vision and thereby preventing physical, social and economic burden on the society.Materials& Methods: This is a Community based study involving 220 patients having Immature cataracts with H/O chronic tobacco use from rural population of Uttar Pradesh in North India coming from low Socio-economic strata with no major Ocular pathology who underwent Cataract surgery (Manual Small incision cataract surgery/Phacoemulsification) with best input in form of surgical techniques & skills, equipments,material used and uncomplicated surgeries. These patients were subjected to questionnaire in their local language to check the lifestyle & intake of tobacco either in form of bidi smoking as well as consuming Gutkha/ Khaini. Comprehensive & extensive Ocular examination was performed preoperatively and post operatively.Serum Vitamin B6, Folic acid and B12 levels were checked to assess nutritional status of these patients. Best corrected visual acuity(BCVA) preoperatively as well as postoperatively was disproportionate to the grade of cataract and best surgical input.There was no awareness of Ocular health hazards in these patients subsequent to chronic tobacco use in form of bidi smoking accompanied with Gutkha/Khaini consumption and their nutritional status was poor.These patients were informed of poor visual prognosis preoperatively as well as postoperatively and were counseled extensively against tobacco use and its ocular health hazards.Results: The visual outcome in these patients was not good. None of the patients in this study achieved Visual acuity better than 6/24 despite best surgical input. There was colour vision deficiency and Visual field defects in most of the patients. All had a very strong history of chronic bidi smoking along with Gutkha/ Khaini consumption and had Vitamin B6,Folic acid & B12 deficiency indicating poor nutritional status.Conclusion: Lack of awareness,low socioeconomic status,ignorance,easy availability of tobacco products leads to tobacco addiction especially in rural population.Chronic tobacco use in any form associated with Nutritional deficiencies can lead to permanent low visual outcome despite uncomplicated best surgical input and therefore,extensive multisectorial efforts are needed to highlight and emphasize the ocular health hazards of tobacco abuse at the community level to protect people from evil of tobacco abuse