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105 articles for “grasses”
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Synthesis, Production, and Mass Balance Analysis of Ten High-Volume Herbicides
Abstract: Herbicides play a crucial role in modern agriculture, enabling effective weed management and safeguarding crop yields amid rising global food demands and growing weed resistance, which can reduce productivity by up to 40%. This study provides a detailed examination of synthesis pathways, production methodologies, and mass balance dynamics for ten high-volume herbicides: Aclonifen, Ametryn, Amidosulfuron, Aminocyclopyrachlor, Aminopyralid, Atrazine, Azimsulfuron, Beflubutamid, Bensulfuron Methyl, and Bentazone, used to control broadleaf weeds, grasses, …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 30–44 Read article
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Disaster Preparedness and Response (Comparison Between Delhi, Mussoorie and Kerala)
Abstract: Disaster preparedness and response are critical for minimizing the adverse impacts of natural and man-made disasters. These practices play a crucial role in saving lives, reducing economic losses, and ensuring the resilience and recovery of communities. By prioritizing preparedness and response, societies can build resilience against the inevitable occurrence of natural and man-made disasters. This comparative analysis examines the distinct strategies employed by Delhi, Mussoorie, and Kerala, highlighting how each …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design and Development · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 71–78 Read article
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Unfolding the Awareness for Women and Children in Vidarbha Region
Abstract: The concept of “Roots and Wings” as a pathway to empower women and children in Vidarbha region, focusing on the need for both a strong foundation and the freedom to thrive. “Roots” symbolize support systems like education, cultural identity, and community care, while “wings” represent opportunities for growth, self-expression, and independence. Women in Vidarbha often face deep-rooted challenges, including gender inequality, domestic violence, menstrual health, abuse and a lack of …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 39–45 Read article
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Mental Health in the Post-Pandemic Era (COVID-19): Community-Based Interventions for Resilience and Well-Being
Abstract: Background: The COVID-19 pandemic has had a major psychological effect, causing anxiety, depression, stress, and social disruption around the world. Community-level mental health programs have become widely available methods for promoting resilience and mental well-being, especially in resource-limited contexts. Aim: The aim was to assess the effectiveness of community-based mental health interventions in promoting psychological resilience and overall well-being in the post-pandemic period. Methodology: A cross-sectional, mixed-method, community-based study was …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Enhancing Rhizoremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil Using Brachiaria ramosa: A Review of Plant Growth Promotion and Degradation Potential
Abstract: This paper examines rhizoremediation as a sustainable and environmentally acceptable remediation technique in response to the growing problem of petroleum hydrocarbon pollution in soils. Brachiaria ramosa, a tropical grass species that may be useful in contaminated settings, is the main emphasis. A critical analysis of the literature on plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), microbial consortia involved in hydrocarbon breakdown, and rhizosphere-mediated degradation is conducted. There is a thorough discussion of important …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–41 Read article
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In Silico Screening and Molecular Docking of Cynodon dactylon phytochemicals against COPD-Associated Proteins
Abstract: Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a pulmonary disease that obstructs airways and alveoli accompanied by respiratory issues like emphysema and bronchitis. This disease is caused mainly by inflammatory responses of the body to foreign particles that enter the respiratory path including tobacco smoke, air pollutants and irritants. The hallmark of COPD is excessive inflammation caused by imbalance in protease anti-protease activity. Proteases like elastase breakdown the ECM of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Zero-Concentrate Feeding in Dairy Cows: A Sustainable Approach to Milk Quality, Animal Health, and Welfare
Abstract: The study explores the benefits of eliminating concentrate feeds in dairy cow nutrition. As sustainability becomes a central concern in agriculture, zero-concentrate feeding offers a promising solution to reduce the environmental footprint of dairy farming while promoting optimal animal health and welfare. This approach primarily focuses on maximizing the use of high-quality forages, such as grasses and legumes, to meet the nutritional needs of dairy cows. By minimizing the use …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–47 Read article
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Legume-Induced Frothy Bloat in Tropical Cattle: Pathophysiology, Consequences and Preventative Measures
Abstract: Legume-induced bloat in tropical cattle is a complex and significant health challenge that affects livestock productivity and welfare. This review aims to elucidate the multifaceted causes of bloat associated with the consumption of leguminous forages, highlighting both the physiological mechanisms and environmental factors that contribute to this condition. Key factors include the high soluble protein content of legumes, rapid fermentation rates in the rumen, and the formation of stable foam, …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Neglected Tropical Dairy Feeds: Alternative Cost-effective Feed Resources for Sustainable Dairy Development
Abstract: The tropics are home to diverse and underutilized feed resources that hold significant potential to enhance dairy productivity and sustainability. However, many of these alternative feeds remain neglected in conventional dairy farming systems. This study explores the untapped potential of neglected tropical dairy feeds, emphasizing their nutritional value, availability, and implications for sustainable dairy development. By focusing on unconventional feedstuffs such as agro-industrial by-products, wild forages, aquatic plants, and leguminous …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Botany · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 12–31 Read article
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Molecular Surveillance of Spring Viraemia of Carp Virus (SVCV) and Koi Herpesvirus (KHV) Across Major Aquaculture Zones of Telangana, India
Abstract: Viral diseases represent a persistent threat to cyprinid aquaculture; however, region-specific surveillance data from tropical production systems remain limited. To address this gap, a comprehensive statewide active surveillance programme was undertaken across Telangana, India, from 2019 to 2022 to investigate the occurrence of two priority transboundary pathogens, Spring Viraemia of Carp Virus (SVCV) and Koi Herpesvirus (KHV). A total of 414 fish specimens were systematically collected from five surveillance sectors …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Meanings from Ground Truth: A Related Affair to Consume
Abstract: Ground truth (GT) ever forms in three dimensional by eye. Similarities by instrumentations have subjected to perform by binocular stereopsis visions. Net visionary has descriptive issued to nodal communicating commands to subscribe communal. Linking messengers may be containment of any arena inform like nodal clusters of vector data to as form metadata to correspond selective issues. This has subjectively called planted data or synthetic communal data. Estimation of prompt informs …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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Production of Renewable fuel from a high invasive risk native plant
Abstract: Petroleum has been the transportation fuel of choice for more than a century now, but it’s not the only fuel that can run our cars and trucks. Some of the most promising replacements for oil come from organic biomass, including crops such as corn, switch grass, eucalyptus, soybeans and algae, wood, the main sources for the renewable fuels in use today. Bioethanol and Biodiesel are the most widely used renewable …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Bio Solvent EOR: Performance Assessment of Plant Extracts as Asphaltene Inhibitor
Abstract: Changes in pressure and temperature during oil production and transportation most notably during CO2 injection for enhanced recovery could lead to changes in the oil composition and deposition of asphaltene. Deposition of asphaltene near the wellbore region, production tubing and production facilities could cause severe flow assurance problem. Physical removal of asphaltene is costly and in most cases it is not preferred. A more favorable option is to prevent the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 9–24 Read article
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HEC-HMS Based Estimation of Rainfall Runoff Relationship in Central Highlands of Ethiopia, a Case Study in Beressa Watershed
Abstract: Rainfall and runoff are the most frequently used events in hydrology. Calculating of a flow at the outlet of river is vigorous for a number of hydrologic studies like water resource management and flood forecasting. This study supported out to estimate rainfall-runoff relation in Beressa watershed. HEC-HMS model is used to pretend rainfall-runoff process and to apply the rainfall-runoff analysis by using SCS_CN method in Beressa Watershed. A physical based …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 40–63 Read article
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Land Use and Land Cover Changes in Niamey Municipality from 1981 to 2021 in Flood Context
Abstract: The increase in population leads to a need for housing and agricultural land. As a result, some areas are being modified to meet these needs. In addition, rapid growth combined with the negative impacts of climate change observed in recent decades, plays an important role in land use changes. This study examines land use changes in Niamey, Niger, from 1981 to 2021. To detect land use changes, a geographic information …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 25–42 Read article
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Impact of Salinity Ingression Prevention Structures (Bandharas) on Different Landuse Categories in Abdasa Taluka of Kachchh Region, Gujarat-India
Abstract: Kachchh has a coastline of 406 km that faces various problems due to the salinity ingression and some developmental initiatives like ports, industries, etc. To check salinity ingression in the adjacent land of coastal areas, Government of Gujarat has taken some corrective measures in which construction of bandharas is one such attempt to prevent ingress of salinity along the coastal belt of Kachchh. For this activity, the government has invested …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 49–61 Read article
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Enhanced Railway Operations Using Automated Locomotive Simulator
Abstract: : Recent statistics indicates about 85 per cent of overall fatalities is caused by humans due to insufficient resources resulting in overworked and inexperienced workers. The deaths of civilians and machinery due to a lack of automation could have severe consequences for the economy of the country. Certain considerations were intercommunication between trains and introduction of passenger safety reporting in emergencies at grass roots level. We suggest eliminating such challenges …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 17–23 Read article
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The problems faced by ASHAs (Accredited Social Health Activist)—A Qualitative Study
Abstract: Accredited social health activists (ASHAs) are one of the key components of National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) programme. ASHA being the grass root level worker, the success of NHM depends on how efficiently is ASHA able to perform. The study has been conducted with aim of exploring the problems faced by ASHAs in performing their duties. A semi-structured interview schedule has been prepared. Purposive sampling was employed to identify 08 …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–30 Read article
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Community Psychiatry and Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Role of Nursing Personnel
Abstract: Community psychiatry focuses on the early detection, prevention, early treatment and rehabilitation of patients with emotional disorders and social deviance as they develop in the community rather than as encountered one-on-one, in private practice, or at larger centralized psychiatric facilities. Particular emphasis is placed on the social-interpersonal-environmental factors that contribute to mental illness. Nurses, being a part of health care team, play a very important role in community psychiatry and …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Public-Private Partnership: A Reform in Health Care
Abstract: Health sector is a sector of reforms. public-private partnership (PPP) is one such reform that had started in view to lower down the increasing cost of health care by involving private organizations and institutes. It pools the resources from public and private health organizations in order to provide the quality health services to mankind. The success of PPP depends upon the understanding between these organizations and the sincere efforts by …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 141–146 Read article