Numerical Model Studies on Coastal Processes in a Critically Eroding Sector of South West Coast of India

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Effect of Organic Nutrition Practices on Papaya (cv. Surya) Fruit Yield, Quality and Soil Health

A field experiment was conducted during 2005-07 at Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bangalore, on papaya cv. Surya with six organic treatments along with recommended dose of fertilizers and no manure/fertilizer application. Results indicated that crop growth and fruit yield were higher in inorganic fertilizer treatment (55 t ha1) compared to organic treatments (26.9 to 38 t ha-1). There was no significant variation in average fruit weight and TSS, but shelf life of the fruit was significantly higher in organic treatments (6.2 to 7.9 days) as compared to inorganic fertilizer treatment (5.1days). Among the treatments, application of 7 kg urban compost plant-1 or 10 kg FYM plant-1 was found to be ideal for improving soil health in terms of microbial population, and biochemical reaction compared to other treatments

Numerical Modelling of Beach Erosion Along South West Coast of India During South–West Monsoon

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Vitamin D receptor and interleukin-1 receptor antagonist gene polymorphism in spinal tuberculosis

Our earlier studies revealed that both MHC (Major Histocomptibility Complex) and non-MHC genes are associated with the susceptibility to pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). To find out whether non-MHC genes such as vitamin D receptor (VDR) and interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1RA) genes are associated with the susceptibility to spinal TB (extrapulmonary form of TB), the present study was carried out in spinal TB patients (n=66) and spouses of TB patients (spinal-TB and pulmonary-TB) ( n = 80) (family contacts). A trend towards an increased per cent genotype frequency of IL-1RA genotype variant 22 (12.1%) was seen in spinal TB patients when compared to the controls (3.8%) (spouses of the patients) (P=0.057; odds ratio 3.5). No difference was observed in the frequency of VDR genotypes between the overall spinal TB patients and the family contacts. However, the VDR mutant genotype tt was seen at a higher frequency in female patients with TB spine (TBS) (12.8%) than female contacts (4.2%) ( P >0.05 not significant; odds ratio 3.5). Among the contacts, a significantly increased frequency of wild type genotype TT (wild homozygotes) was seen in female contacts (55.1%) than male contacts (16.1%) (P =0.0012). Similarly a significant decrease in tt genotype was seen in female contacts (4.1%) than male contacts (25.8%) (P=0.012). The present study suggests that IL-1RA genotype 22 may be associated with the susceptibility to spinal TB. Moreover, vitamin D receptor tt genotype may be associated with the susceptibility to spinal TB in female patients. The study reveals that multicandidate genes may be associated with the susceptibility to spinal TB

HLA-DR phenotypes and lymphocyte response to M. tuberculosis antigens and in cured spinal tuberculosis patients and their contacts

Background: Our earlier studies on Human Leucocyte Antigens (HLA) in pulmonary tuberculosis patients revealed the association of HLA-DR2 antigen with susceptibility to pulmonary TB and DR2 antigen has been shown to influence the immunity to tuberculosis. Objectives: The present study was carried out to find out whether HLA-DR antigens are associated with susceptibility to spinal tuberculosis. Moreover, the role of HLA-DR antigens on lymphoproliferative response to Mycobacterium tuberculosis culture filtrate antigens was studied using Lymphocyte Transformation Test (LTT). Material and Methods: HLA-DR genotyping and lymphoproliferative response was carried out in 63 cured spinal TB patients and 63 control subjects (spouses of pulmonary and spinal TB patients). Results: A trend towards an increased frequency of HLA-DR9 antigen was observed in spinal TB patients compared to controls. A significantly decreased lymphocyte response to M. tuberculosis antigens was observed in HLA-DR9 antigen positive control subjects compared to HLA- DR9 antigen negative subjects (P=0.0009) whereas increased response was observed with DR9 positive cured spinal TB patients compared to HLA-DR9 antigen negative patients. Further, HLADR3 antigen positive patients showed a decreased lymphocyte response compared to HLA-DR3 antigen negative patients (P<0.05). Conclusion: The study suggests that HLA-DR9 antigen either alone or in combination with other HLA antigen as lhplotype and non-HLA genes may be associated with susceptibility to spinal TB and play a regulatory role on the immune response to M. tuberculosis in spinal tuberculosis patients

NRAMP1 gene polymorphism in pulmonary and spinal tuberculosis

NRAMP1 gene polymorphisms such as 823 C/T (exon 8), deletion of TGTG in the 3'-UTR (3¢ untranslated region) and D543N G/A (exon 15) were studied to find out whether the gene polymorphic variants are associated with the susceptibility or resistance to tuberculosis (TB). The study was carried out in pulmonary (n = 100) and spinal TB patients (n = 57) and control subjects (n = 112). No difference was observed in the variant genotype frequencies of NRAMP1 – 823 C/T, TGTG+/del and D543N G/A polymorphisms. However, a trend towards an increased frequency of the variant genotype 823 C/T (heterozygotes) was observed in pulmonary TB patients than control and spinal TB patients (odds ratio (OR) : 1.6; confidence interval (CI): 0.74–3.4). A trend towards an increased frequency of the variant genotype TGTG del/del of 3'-UTR was observed in control subjects than pulmonary and spinal TB patients (OR : 0.48; CI: 0.10–1.78; OR: 0.42; CI: 0.04– 2.12, respectively). The above trends were not significant. The study suggests that NRAMP1 gene may not be associated with the susceptibility to pulmonary and spinal TB in the Indian population. Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) and other non- MHC gene polymorphic variants may be associated

Effect of Organic Practices on Fruit Quality in Papaya Cv. Surya

A field experiment was conducted during 2009-10 at Indian Institute of Horticultural Research, Bangalore using papaya cv. 'Surya'. Ten organic nutrient treatments along with recommended dose of fertilizers and control (no manure/fertilizer) were used totaling twelve treatment combinations of FYM, biofertilizers and vermicompost. Fruit quality parameters such as total carotenoids, lycopene, TSS, average fruit weight and ascorbic acid content were analyzed. Among the treatments, application of 50% recommended dose of fertilizers in the form of farm yard manure (FYM) applied as Azospirillum+Phosphate solubilizing bacteria+Mycorrhiza+Vermicompost showed high level of carotenoids, lycopene and low levels of ascorbic acid. TSS and average fruit weight were not affected by various organic nutrient treatments

Numerical Modelling Studies on Tsunami Inundation along the Lakshadweep Islands

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Influence of Organic Practices on Growth and Fruit Yield in Papaya Cv. Surya

A field trial on organic practices in papaya cv. Surya was conducted during 2009-2011 with 10 nutrient combinations involving farm yard manure, biofertilizers and VAM along with 100% recommended dose of fertilizers and no manure/ fertilizer treatment. Vegetative parameters were recorded periodically. At 18 months after planting, plant height, plant girth and number of leaves were found to be significant. Results indicated that, crop growth was better with organic treatments compared to no manure/fertilizer treatment. Fruit yield and quality parameters were also recorded. Fruit yield and average fruit weight were found to be significant. Maximum fruit yield of 32kg/plant (80 t/ ha) was recorded under 75% recommended dose of fertilizer applied as farm yard manure+vermicompost, which was significantly superior to that in 100% recommended dose of fertilizer for the 18-month cropping period

MedSync-App and Device to Promote Medication Adherence

The need for MedSync mobile app and device stems from the challenges faced by elderly and busy people in medication management. Forgetfulness is a common problem among older adults who need to take multiple medications at different times of the day. Age-related cognitive decline makes it increasingly difficult to remember medication schedules. Similarly, busy people often juggle multiple responsi-bilities and may forget to take medication in the midst of their busy lives. In addition, the psychology of the human mind plays an important role in medication non-compliance. Some people have the mindset of not taking their medication due to side effects, forgetting, or simply not understanding the importance of taking their medication. The MedSync app and device address these needs by providing timely reminders and specific reminder systems. The app uses the convenience of mobile technology to send personalized notifications so that users never forget to take required medicines. The device developed complements by providing physical reminders that act as visual or auditory messages to take medication. By addressing forget-fulness and overcoming psychological barriers, MedSync offer practical solutions to improve medication adherence. These allow users, especially older and busy people, to stick to their medic tion regimens and improve their overall health and well-being