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Adequacy of Library Collection and User Satisfaction in Mysore Region Engineering College Libraries (MRELC) in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractLibraries are the heart of all the academic libraries, which assists to conduct research and teaching programs successfully. Engineering college libraries are no less in this direction. The present study explores to identify the adequacy of library collection and user satisfaction in Mysore region engineering college libraries. Adequacy is based on quantity, quality and accuracy of the collection. This will automatically lead to user satisfaction. Thus, both adequacy of library …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 25–31 Read article
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A Study of Alien Flora of Bidar District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present study presents an account of alien species in the Bidar District, Karnataka, India, with additional information on habit, origin, longevity, habitat and uses. During the present study, a total of 168 alien species belonging to 121 genera of 46 families were studied. Dicots represented 155 species and monocots 13 species. About 65% of these alien species were introduced from Tropical America followed by Tropical Africa (21%). Analysis of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Opinion of Young Adults towards Extension Activities of Public Libraries in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: AbstractThis paper examines the young adults opinion towards extension activities of public libraries in Karnataka, the purpose of the study is to know the demographic characteristics of young adult public library (YAPL) users and their opinion about the academic and cultural activities of public library. The structured questionnaire was designed and distributed randomly to 1680 users between 15 to 40 years of age out of which 1021 filled-in questionnaires were …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Characterization of Endofungus Aspergillus nomius EF8-RSM Isolated from Aloe vera Western Ghats of Karnataka India
Abstract: The objective of the present research investigation was to reveal the versatile nature of endophytic Aspergillus nomius EF8-RSM. The fungus was purified from Aloe vera, Western Ghats of Karnataka, India and sequence was submitted at NCBI under the accession number MN871698. The fungus successfully produced Indole acetic acid at the rate of 49.21±6.1 μg/ml and phosphate solubilization was confirmed with solubilization index (1.63). The fungus showed production of siderophore, ammonia …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 22–30 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Cradle Hold Position on the Gratification During Breastfeeding Among Postnatal Mothers Admitted at Selected Maternity Hospitals in South Bangalore, Karnataka
Abstract: This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the cradle hold position on the satisfaction experienced during breastfeeding among postnatal mothers admitted at selected maternity hospitals in south Bangalore, Karnataka. The cradle hold position is a commonly used breastfeeding technique where the mother supports the baby's head with one hand and holds the baby's body with the other arm, bringing the baby's mouth to the breast. The level of satisfaction …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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Exploring Moth Diversity in the Ecosystem of Mangalore University Campus, Karnataka
Abstract: The moth is one of the genera of insects of the order Lepidoptera, where butterflies share the same genus. They have nocturnal habits and a high attraction to light. Moths have various sizes, shapes, and colors, with many having duller colors. A study was conducted on the diversity of moth species in Mangalore University campus, Mangalore, Karnataka, for eight months (August 2006 to March 2007). We recorded 39 moths belonging …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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A Study on Safety Climate Status in Oil and Gas Industries of Karnataka
Abstract: AbstractIndustrial workers all around the world, mainly oil and gas and construction workers often work at dangerous worksites, where they are constantly exposed to hazardous components. This leads to many catastrophic events and disasters. Safety is an important concept which needs to be followed in all industries in order to avoid accidents. But, very few studies related to the safety climate in oil and gas industries have been conducted in …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 35–43 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Attitude Regarding Online Learning Among Parents of Nursing Students, in Selected Nursing Colleges of Kerala and Karnataka
Abstract: In the past, there has been heated discussion about how students should use digital tools for learning among parents, academics, teachers, and policymakers. This study aimed to determine how parents of nursing students felt about online education in a few nursing colleges in Kerala and Karnataka. This study employed a descriptive survey design to gather information. The sample comprised of 111 nursing students' parents, who were selected using purposive sampling …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 76–81 Read article
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Flowering Plants of Karnataka State Women’s University, Jnanashakti, Torvi Campus, Bijapur and Its Adjoining Area
Abstract: The goal of this study is to provide the existing botanical inventory of the area. A floristic survey was conducted in the month of September 2013 to May 2014 for the record of flowering plant diversity in and around of Karnataka State Women’s University, Jnanashakti, Torvi Campus, Bijapur. The survey represents 257 plant species belonging to 219 genera and 68 families were identified. Of them, the families like Poaceae, Fabaceae, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 17–27 Read article
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An Evaluative Study of the Teaching Programme in Brushing Technique in Lower Primary School Children 3–6 years of Age at Katapadi: Udupi Karnataka, India
Abstract: The Objectives of this study are to assess the dental status of the children, to assess the brushing technique of the children, to prepare and to validate a teaching programme on brushing technique., to find the effectiveness of the teaching programme in terms of skill and dental status of the children, to find the association between dental status and brushing technique, to find the association between pre test brushing skill …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Petrographic Study of Basalt from Adi hill, Nipani, Belgaum District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: Adi is a rural region in India's Karnataka state's Belgaum district. The Co-ordinates are 16.4962° N and 74.3727° E. The area is underlain by basaltic lava flows, known as Deccan Trap. Plagioclase and pyroxene make up the majority of the fine-grained volcanic rock known as basalt, which also contains biotite, olivine, and quartz. Basalt is composed of calcic plagioclase and pyroxene. Plagioclase is seen in the form of laths. Common …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Awareness of Library Information Resources and Services among the Students of Physiotherapy Colleges in Karnataka: A Study
Abstract: Information is one important term when it is related to any need it tries to comply with its use to make it meaningful. No doubt that resources and services play a vital part in the lives of individuals, organizations, and institutions, and information awareness is the key to the optimum use of information. The study analyzed the “awareness of library information resources and services among the students of physiotherapy colleges …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Water Quality Assessment and Biodiversity Study of Phytoplanktons in Angol Water Body of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractPhysico-chemical testing of angol water body revealed that the calcium hardness ranges from 65 mg/L to 110 mg/L, dissolved oxygen 2.8 to 9.8 mg/L, temperature 21 C to 25 C , pH 6.8 to 9.8, iron 0.1 mg/L to 1.0 mg/L, turbidity 0.381m to 0.6096 m, nitrite 0.0 mg/L to 0.3 mg/L, nitrate 18 mg/L to 23 mg/L, chloride 70 mg/L to 190 mg/L, total hardness 100 mg/L to 220 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Studies on Physico-Chemical Parameters and Biodiversity of Freshwater Algae in Kanbargi Lake of Belagavi (Karnataka)
Abstract: AbstractStudies on biodiversity of phytoplankton in Kanbargi Lake records a total of 14 species belonging to four classes of algae which includes, Bacillariophyceae – 6 species, Chlorophyceae – 5 species, 2 species of Euglenophyceae and 1 species of Dinophyceae. Both qualitative and quantitative analysis revealed that Bacillariophyceae species were abundant. Algal pollution index revealed a score of 18 indicating that Kanbargi Lake is less organically polluted. A study on physico-chemical …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Authorship P attern in a University Environment : A Study of U niversity of A griculture S cience, Dharwad , Karnataka
Abstract: Based on the analysis of 358 articles published by 491 researchers of University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad for the year 2017, the study identifies authorship pattern. The study finds that solo research is no more there in the UASD during the specified period. Further, co-authorship is tending towards team research. A small number of researchers are continuously engaged in research. It is recommended that the University should develop institution’s ‘Publications …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 107–113 Read article
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Life-forms and Biological Spectrum of a Dry Deciduous Forest in Gadag District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: ABSTRACTThe present paper deals with the different life form categories and biological spectrum of a forest in Gadag district, Karnataka. The Gadag flora recorded 667 wild species belonging to 430 genera in 108 families. Biological spectrum of the present study shows that Therophytes (45%) were the most dominating life-form, followed by Phanerophytes (29%), Hemicryptophytes (13%), Chamaephytes (12%) and Cryptophytes (1%). The comparison with Raunkiaer’s normal spectrum depicts Thero-phanerophytic type of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2012 · pp. 9–37 Read article
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Utilization of Directory of Open Access Journal by Faculty Members of Government First Grade College, Kushalnagar, Karnataka: A Case Study
Abstract: AbstractThis paper presents an account of utilization of Directory of Open Access (DOAJ) by faculty members of the Government First Grade College, Kushalnagar, Karnataka. A questionnaire was designed and distributed among the faculties and analysis of data were done with simple calculations. The findings of the study revealed that all the respondents are aware of the DOAJ abstracts for their study purpose and they agreed that there is an impact …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Opinion of Young Adults towards Collection Management of Public Libraries in Karnataka
Abstract: AbstractThe paper aims to look at the Young Adult Public Library (YAPL) users’ opinion towards collection of public libraries in Karnataka. A well thought-out questionnaire was administered to gather data by using random sampling method and collected data were analyzed with the help of SPSS version 16. The key findings of the current study are; Majority of the respondents numbering 775 (75.9%) are male, nearly 457 (44.8%) users are UG …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 49–55 Read article
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Plant Diversity Studies in the Rural Homegardens of Honnavar Taluk of Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractHomegardens in the villages of Honnavar taluk is an integrated production system and a stable ecosystem that maintains the diversity of life as well as biological wealth. Honnavar is one of the Coastal Taluks of Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka state. The present study was carried out in 10 villages of Honnavar taluk namely Karki, Haladipur, Mannige, Allanki, Kavalakki, Idagunji, Navilgon, Kelaginoor, Manki and Kadatoka. Of the total 58 homegardens …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 5–18 Read article
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Precipitation Variability Assessment using GIS and Geostatistical Techniques: A Study of Chamarajanagara District, Karnataka, India
Abstract: AbstractPrecipitation is an important parameter for the life cycle of living beings; also it plays a major role in global and country economic system. If there is a decline in precipitation then whole agricultural and food chain imbalance will become more. The present study is conducted to assess the spatial and temporal changes in precipitation pattern. The precipitation is interpolated using ordinary kriging to represent spatial distribution. The coefficient of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Ecology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 22–27 Read article