Development of an Edu-Blog in Biology for Class X Equivalency Programme Learners under the Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority
Green Marketing for Environmental Sustainability: A Critical Review
The Role of Awareness in Reducing Antinutrients for Enhanced Nutrient Absorption: A Review
Sustainable Engineering Approaches using Quantum Algorithms to Predict Oceanic Plastic Drift Patterns
Personalized Medicine with AI: Unlocking the Human Microbiomes – A Review
The Perspective View about Water Hyacinth as Problem or Resource: A Review
Neem Root Mediated-Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Antimicrobial Activities and Application as Detergent Additive
Susceptibility of Multidrug Resistant Bacteria to Lyophilized Citrus Limon Juice Extract
The Role of Stilbene Phytoalexins in the Resistance Mechanism of Grapevine Against Plasmopara Viticola
Natural Phyto-Constituents as Leishmanicides: A Brief Review of the Most Widely Recommended Phyto Chemicals of the 21st Century and an Account of their Mode of Action
Diversity Assessment of Insect Species in the Kariavattom Campus, University of Kerala
Alternative Medicine: Under-Evaluated or Ineffective
A Comprehensive Analysis of Covid-19: An Overview
Pediatric Drug Formulation
Neem Root Mediated-Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles: Antimicrobial Activities and Application as Detergent Additive
This study explores the development and effectiveness of an Edu-blog in biology tailored for learners enrolled in the Class X Equivalency Programme under the Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority (KSLMA). Recognizing the challenges faced by neo-literates and adult learners in grasping complex biological concepts through conventional pedagogies, the researchers employed a mixed-method approach combining survey and experimental methods. Difficult subtopics were identified through interviews with teachers and learners, followed by the creation of a customized Edu-blog (www.ucanlearneasy.com) using the Wix platform. The blog integrated multimedia tools such as videos, quizzes, and concept maps to enhance engagement and understanding. A single-group pre-test, post-test design was implemented to assess the impact of the Edu-blog. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in learners' achievement scores, indicating the Edu-blog's potential to enhance conceptual clarity and support inclusive, lifelong learning. The study advocates for the integration of digital tools in non-formal education settings and provides a model for scalable educational innovation.
This review-based article aims to provide knowledge about green marketing by critically examining key aspects such as green marketing and products, problems and challenges reported in the literature, consumer perspectives, factors influencing adoption, benefits, valuable suggestions, and selected organizational practices. Further, it says the green financing activities boost the functions of green business. Most of the contents of this article reflect the Indian firms' reflection. Higher costs, limited access to green technologies, limited incentives, low environmental awareness, resistance to change, and lack of consumer trust in green claims are the few challenges companies face while launching green products. From the consumers' points of view, environmental concern, price concern, product efficacy, brand image, available and accessible products, and education and awareness are the few factors influencing the consumers' behavior. As far as the factors influencing the promotion of green products are concerned, the key elements such as environmental consciousness, product price, quality, availability, affordability, demographic and psychographic profiles, media exposure, green trust, and positive attitude collectively serve as drivers of green marketing activities. In order to strengthen the green marketing activities, the following are a few suggestions recommended: The following suggestions are recommended to strengthen green marketing activities: Environmental Studies, encouraging the sale of green products, targeting larger shops as well as smaller ones, imitating companies that actively promote green practices, being aware of the Environment Protection Act of 1986, promoting green behavior, implementing green finance operations, and establishing a Green Award.
Antinutrients, naturally present in plant-based foods, can significantly hinder the bioavailability and absorption of essential nutrients such as iron, calcium, and zinc. These compounds include phytates, oxalates, tannins, and lectins, among others. While they serve protective roles for plants, their consumption in excess or in unprocessed forms may impair human nutrition. This review highlights the pivotal role of consumer awareness in reducing the intake of dietary antinutrients and improving nutrient absorption. It emphasizes the necessity of educating populations about antinutrients, their effects, and traditional and modern food processing methods that reduce their concentration. Awareness campaigns and nutrition education programs have shown positive impacts on food choices and cooking practices, ultimately promoting better health outcomes. Enhanced knowledge can empower individuals to make informed dietary decisions, thereby mitigating the risk of malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies.
The proliferation of microplastics in marine environments poses a significant ecological threat, necessitating sophisticated modeling techniques to understand their distribution and transport mechanisms. Traditional computational methods typically struggle to capture the intricate dynamics of ocean currents and their interactions with microplastic particles due to the sheer complexity and variability of marine ecosystems. In light of these challenges, quantum computing emerges as a transformative technology capable of enhancing predictive accuracy and computational efficiency in environmental modeling.
In the broader field of biology and medicine, AI is becoming an indispensable pillar. From genomics and proteomics to drug discovery and epidemiology, no area can escape the growing influence of intelligent computational systems. It is no exaggeration to say that AI represents one of the greatest achievements in the modern scientific era, enabling us to translate complex biological data into lifesaving treatments and transformative healthcare solutions. Overall, artificial intelligence is not just an optional component in microbiome-based personalized medicine; it is an unavoidable, central force, the key that unlocks the potential of precision healthcare and reshapes the future of medicine.