Following the success of cisplatin, several platinum-based anti-cancer metallodrugs were discovered, including carboplatin, oxaliplatin, and nedoplatin. Nevertheless, the severe adverse side effects associated with these Pt-based drugs have limited their widespread clinical use and prompted the hunt for non-Pt-based medication alternatives.1 Metallodrugs with organotin(IV) compounds emerging as a potential alternative to platinum-based drugs have revolutionised the field of both diagnosis and...

In recent years, vanadium compounds have been extensively studied for their biological, medicinal, and other therapeutic applications.1,2 To date, only a limited number of non-oxido and dinuclear oxido VIV complexes have been studied, mainly for their potential use in anticancer studies. So, exploring the toxicity potential of non-oxido compared to dinuclear oxido VIV complexes could provide valuable insights into their solution-phase stability and biological effects. In this presentation, th...

The self assembled ferritin protein nanocage plays a pivotal role during oxidative stress, iron metabolism, and host pathogen interaction by executing rapid iron uptake, oxidation and its safe storage Self assembly creates a nano compartment and pores/channels for Fe 2 uptake and to develop a concentration gradient across the protein shell, which is proposed to fuel rapid ferroxidase activity However, it is difficult to segregate the relative contribution of the catalytic sites and nanocompar...

Currently, Instagram serves as a cultural space where Indian Gen Z and millennial consumers construct and perform aspirational identities through strategic brand application. Within this context, masstige brands offer these consumers a powerful medium to express their status, culture, and social belonging without overt elitism. Although previous literature has dealt with masstige consumption and identity separately, the functioning of these forces in an image oriented, non-Western digital eco...

The retail environment has started to encompass invisible in-store technologies, such as RFID-based inventory management, AI-controlled lighting and sound, and sensing mechanisms for customer tracking. The ambience is such that these technologies work silently in the background to optimise the working manner of retail, maximize personalisation, and promote eco compatible practices. However, due to their invisibility, significant questions emerge about consumer awareness, perception, and agenc...

In modern power systems, Wide-area monitoring systems (WAMS) play a critical role in maintaining the stability of large-scale power systems. However, the reliability of synchrophasor measurements is often compromised by missing values and anomalies, which significantly affects classification and mode estimation tasks. A thorough framework is suggested in this study for both classification and data recovery under distorted PMU measurements. To address this challenge, a new method integrating L...

Low-frequency electromechanical oscillations can degrade the stability of interconnected power systems if not properly damped. Power System Stabilizers (PSS) and Power Oscillation Damping (POD) controllers in FACTS devices are widely used to improve system damping. This paper proposes a coordinated tuning strategy for a PSS and a Static Synchronous Series Compensator (SSSC) with a POD controller. The problem is formulated as a multi-objective optimization that minimizes tie-line power deviati...

Approximate analysis of a Sectoral Cylindrical Dielectric Resonator Antenna (SCDRA) is presented here to predict the resonant frequency of different HEMmnp modes. The Mixed Magnetic Wall (MMW) model is used here for a theoretical investigation. An approximate expression is given here to predict the resonant frequency of different HEMmnp modes. For theoretical simplicity, the fundamental HEM111 mode is focused. Theoretical results are compared with simulated data (HFSS) to show the correctness...

Culture contact and change have been subjects of inquiry among anthropologists, ethnologists, and sociologists. Studying them is vital for a nation, as it enables understanding of cultural and societal dynamics, informs policies and practices, and guides interventions Cultures came into contact for various reasons, including trade, migration, colonization, and tourism There are many factors, causes, forces, processes, and sources of change They can be categorized as social, religious, economi...

Accidents at work present serious hazards to employee safety and a loss of productivity for organizations, which makes a proactive analysis of accident data of paramount importance. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has provided a rich dataset of accidents, which has a variety of structured (organized) fields and unstructured (narrative) text that describe circumstances, hazards, and consequences. While the structured data will accommodate some basic statistical analysi...

This study aimed to develop and characterize a gluten-free pasta using germinated chickpea flour, soy protein isolate, xanthan gum, and salt as a healthier alternative to wheat-based pasta. The objective was to optimize the formulation to minimize cooking loss, enhance sensory qualities, and improve nutritional and functional properties suitable for individuals with celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Gluten-free pasta samples were produced using single-screw extrusion. Response Surface Met...

This study investigates the dynamic response of a three-layer sandwich shell with isotropic face layers and a viscoelastic core. The investigation employs both experimental modal analysis and numerical analysis to determine the natural frequencies and modal loss factors of the sandwich shell under various boundary conditions. The experimental free vibration test is conducted employing the impact hammer method, while the numerical analysis is performed through finite element modelling. To enha...

Objective: To extract and encapsulate phenolic compounds from custard apple peel and seed. Methodology: Phenolic compounds were extracted from the dried and powdered peel and seed of ripe custard apple using 80% aqueous ethanol with powder to solvent ratio 1:10 under ultrasound-assisted conditions of 80% amplitude for 10 min. Both extracts were encapsulated using maltodextrin and gum acacia as wall material using spray drying (SD) and freeze drying (FD). SD was conducted with inlet temperatur...

The presence of persistent organic micropollutants, including antibiotics and dyes, has become a serious environmental concern due to their impact on water quality, aquatic ecosystems, and human health. Ciprofloxacin, a commonly used broad-spectrum antibiotic, is particularly problematic because of its stable chemical structure, high persistence, low biodegradability, and mobility in aquatic systems. Its frequent detection in natural waters highlights the urgent need for effective treatment s...

Supramolecular polymers (SPs) are non-covalent analogues of conventional polymers, constructed from small molecular monomers interconnected through directional and reversible interactions.1 These weak yet cooperative interactions give rise to one-dimensional molecular assemblies that are inherently dynamic and responsive to external stimuli. In this talk, I will focus on aqueous SPs and discuss our recent advances in metal-ion-induced G-quadruplex-based SPs2,3,4 that exhibit unusual thermos-r...

Biofilm formation poses a major challenge in industrial and medical systems due to microbial resistance and ineffective conventional treatments. This study presents a sustainable multilayered nanocomposite (nZVI-Chitosan-CQDs) synthesized from guava leaves, prawn shells, and sugarcane bagasse for efficient biofilm inhibition. The composite demonstrated over 90% inhibition of Bacillus subtilis, E. coli, and biofilm consortia within 3–4 hours. Characterization confirmed successful integration a...

Aquafaba, the cooking water from legumes, has become a versatile plant-based alternative to eggs in food applications due to its functional properties. This study investigates the impact of sprouting on the extraction yield and techno-functional properties of aquafaba derived from sprouted legumes. Response surface methodology (RSM-BBD method) was used to determine the optimal extraction ratio, which included 36 hours of sprouting, a 1:2.5 seed-to-water ratio, and a 10-minute cooking time. Sp...

Objective: The emergence of functional foods, especially millet-based synbiotic beverages, has gained attention due to their nutritional and health advantages. Bati Mandia, an underutilized indigenous millet, shows potential as a sustainable and nutrient-dense substrate. Methods: The study examines the synbiotic millet-based beverage formulated with Leuconostoc mesenteroides using germinated & raw grain flour. The study aimed to shorten beverage preparation to 12 minutes using ultrasonication...

Objective: Evaluate the suitability of palmyra (Borassus flabellifer L.) sap as a fermentation substrate for microbial levan production using Bacillus subtilis. Methodology: Pasteurized palmyra sap was first analyzed for pH and then used as a substrate for fermentation under optimized conditions (pH 6–7, 30 ℃, 72 h). Following fermentation, levan was extracted and quantified. Structural and physicochemical properties of the obtained levan were characterized using FTIR to confirm fructofuranos...