Navagrahas: Navagrahas fall under the the Hindu Astronomy and play a major part in the Hindu astronomical sphere. The Hindu astronomy whose origin dates back to the time of Vedas is concerned with the placement of nine planets and their influence on the world and on an individual. According to the Hindu astrology, the position of the planets when a person is born determines his potential in life. The nine planets collectively are called Navagrahas. These 9 planets are worshipped by Hindus to overcome any hindrance, obstacle or bad luck. They are found mostly in all the temples and faithful believers pray to the Navagrahas before they pray to any other deity.

Navagrahas: Navagrahas fall under the the Hindu Astronomy and play a major part in the Hindu astronomical sphere. The Hindu astronomy whose origin dates back to the time of Vedas is concerned with the placement of nine planets and their influence on the world and on an individual. According to the Hindu astrology, the position of the planets when a person is born determines his potential in life. The nine planets collectively are called Navagrahas. These 9 planets are worshipped by Hindus to overcome any hindrance, obstacle or bad luck. They are found mostly in all the temples and faithful believers pray to the Navagrahas before they pray to any other deity.

Global Research Ethics is a guide for students and their instructors as well as practitioners and researchers to understand topics linked to research ethics from a more global perspective. Research plays a key role in identifying health disparity trends and evaluating interventions to improve the health and well-being of the populations at the individual, local, national, and global levels. Conducting ethically sound research is imperative in these contexts. This book (a) uses case studies to offer examples of current research ethical dilemmas and (b) considers regulatory and cultural frameworks in a number of country contexts that highlight diverse methods of identifying and managing these ethical dilemmas. Chapters cover different types (groups) of participants, issues in research, and ways of doing research; then each chapter looks at least three exemplar case studies with at least two analytical commentaries. Case studies include health and social care research, and originate from countries such as Brazil, Chile, South Africa, Botswana, Australia and New Zealand, as well as the U.S. and U.K. The different viewpoints showcased will allow for dialogue to ensue about the ways in which populations and topics in research need to be conceptualized. Global Research Ethics is suitable for all undergraduates and postgraduates on research methods courses in the social and health sciences. It provides academic researchers, students, and community partners with guidelines to reflect on as they develop their own research studies.

This book discusses the advances of artificial intelligence and data sciences in climate change and provides the power of the climate data that is used as inputs to artificial intelligence systems. It is a good resource for researchers and professionals who work in the field of data sciences, artificial intelligence, and climate change applications.

This handbook explores the significance of the Indo-Pacific in world politics. It shows how the re-emergence of the Indo-Pacific in international relations has fundamentally changed the approach to politics, economics and security. The volume: explores the themes related to trade, politics and security for better understanding of the Indo-Pacific and the repercussions of the region's emergence studies different security and political issues in the region: military competition, maritime governance, strategic alliances and rivalries, and international conflicts analyses various socio-economic dimensions of the Indo-Pacific, such as political systems, cultural and religious contexts, and trade and financial systems examines the strategies of various states, such as the United States, Japan, India and China, and their approaches towards the Indo-Pacific covers the role of middle powers and small states in detail Interdisciplinary in approach and with essays from authors from around the world, this volume will be indispensable to scholars, researchers and students in the fields of international relations, politics and Asian studies.

We, the Department of Production Engineering, PSG College of Technology, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, are delighted to introduce the proceedings of the International Conference on the Advancements in Materials, Design, and Manufacturing for Sustainable Development ICAMDMS 2024. The conference proceedings encapsulate the knowledge of diverse insights and cutting-edge research shared by the participants of the conference in significant domains such as materials, design, manufacturing, industrial and production engineering converging on the theme of sustainable development. The technical program of ICAMDMS 2024 consists of 46 full papers, including nine oral presentation sessions at the main conference themes. The conference themes are: Track 1 – Advanced Materials; Track 2 - Design; Track 3 - Manufacturing; and Track 4 – Industrial and Production Engineering. Aside from the high-quality technical paper presentations, the technical program also featured eight keynote lectures. The eight keynote speakers are (1) Dr. Redouane Zitoune from Paul Sabatier University, Toulose-III, France, (2) Dr. Jinyang Xu from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China, (3) Dr. Juan Pablo from Escobedo-Daiz UNSW, Canberra, Australia, (4) Dr. Santhakumar Mohan from IIT Palakkad, (5) Dr. Afzaal Ahmed from IIT Palakkad, (6) Dr. Ravi K R from IIT Jodhpur, (7) Mr. Vijay V from Lakshmi Machine Works – Advanced Technology Center, Coimbatore and (8) Ms. Thangamalar from Research and Development, Tractors and Farm Equipment (TAFE), Chennai. The Conference was enlightened with an industrial talk by Dr. S. Chandrasekar, Corporate Director, Roots Group of Companies, Coimbatore. ICAMDMS 2024 was sponsored by Propel Industries Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore, PSG Centre for Academic Research and Excellence, Coimbatore, Janatics India Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore, Baarga Die Castings, Coimbatore, Crossfields Water Purifiers Pvt. Ltd., Coimbatore, TESA Technology, Coimbatore, Guruvayurappan Textile Pvt. Ltd., Udumalpet, Sakthi Gear Products, Coimbatore and 2017-21 and 2018-22 alumni of the Department of Production Engineering. In this compendium, one can find a wealth of knowledge covering advanced materials, innovative designs, and sustainable manufacturing practices. We extend our gratitude to the Management & Principal - PSGCT, Head of the Department – Production Engineering, ICAMDMS 2024 advisory committee, conference committee, sponsors, participants, faculty members, staff, and students who have contributed to the ICAMDMS 2024 and made it a platform for meaningful discourse. As we delve into this intellectual journey, we anticipate that this proceeding will be a valuable resource for researchers, academicians, and professionals worldwide, fostering collaboration and inspiring future endeavors toward achieving a sustainable environment. Dr R Rudramoorthy, Dr. M. Senthilkumar, Dr. M. R. Pratheesh Kumar, Dr. J. Pradeep Kumar Dr. R. Rajamani and Dr.J.Baskaran

This book addresses the impact of soil and water quality on food production, and explores soil and water conservation measures to be applied at farm level for agricultural sustainability. Divided into 8 chapters, the book covers topics such as soil properties responsible for soil loss, the impact of climate change, water and biological factors on soil chemistry, the effect of soil on the quality of water including sustaining aquaculture productivity and environment of wetlands, soil and water qualities necessary for irrigation, management of soil organic carbon, and the importance of soil moisture conservation including agroforestry for food production. Particular attention is given to the management of soil organic carbon in sustainable crop cultivation as well as reducing soil erosion and nutrient loss from soil from cultivated lands. The book concludes with a chapter that integrates soil and water conservation with sustainable food production and food safety.

This world review of capture fisheries and aquaculture insurance presents the findings of five regional and four national reports conducted in 2020. An estimated 450 000 fishing vessels worldwide are covered by marine hull insurance. Nearly all of the estimated 67 800 large-scale industrial fishing vessels are covered by marine hull insurance, as well as 50–60 percent of the estimated 430 000 semi-industrial fishing vessels. However, over 95 percent of the 2.3 million motorized small-scale fishing vessels operate uninsured. Most small-scale fishers do not have access to adequate insurance services. Between 2009 and 2019, underwriting experiences in fishing vessel insurance were generally reported as “Good”. What is more, access to accident, life and health insurance services for crew on fishing vessels and small-scale fishers in developing countries has improved in recent years. In 2020, the number of aquaculture insurance policies in force was estimated at over 40 000 worldwide, with China and Indonesia the largest markets for this type of insurance. While large-scale aquaculture producers are well served by the insurance industry, the provision of insurance is inadequate for mediumand small-scale farmers, particularly in Asia. Underwriting experiences for aquaculture stock mortality insurance were reported as “Good” to “Very good” (40 percent), or “Neutral” (36 percent). The insurance industry has consolidated the market and increased profitability in aquaculture insurance. This world review contains information on the capture fisheries and aquaculture insurance market, the prevailing underwriting practices, perils covered, policies in force, risk management and claim handling procedures. Finally, it offers a series of recommendations for increasing insurance service provision to the fisheries and aquaculture industries.

This book showcases cutting-edge research papers from the 9th International Conference on Research into Design (ICoRD 2023) – the largest in India in this area – written by eminent researchers from across the world on design processes, technologies, methods and tools, and their impact on innovation, for supporting design for a connected world. The theme of ICoRD’23 has been ‘Design in the Era of Industry 4.0’. Industry 4.0 signifies the fourth industrial revolution. The first industrial revolution was driven by the introduction of mechanical power such as steam and water engines to replace human and animal labour. The second industrial revolution involved introduction of electrical power and organised labour. The third industrial revolution was powered by introduction of industrial automation. The fourth industrial revolution involves introduction of a combination of technologies to enable connected intelligence and industrial autonomy. The introduction of Industry 4.0 dramatically changes the landscape of innovation, and the way design, the engine of innovation, is carried out. The theme of ICoRD’23 - ‘Design in the Era of Industry 4.0’ –explores how Industry 4.0 concepts and technologies influence the way design is conducted, and how methods, tools, and approaches for supporting design can take advantage of this transformational change that is sweeping across the world. The book is of interest to researchers, professionals, and entrepreneurs working in the areas on industrial design, manufacturing, consumer goods, and industrial management who are interested in the new and emerging methods and tools for design of new products, systems, and services.

Enhancing healthcare quality and fostering patient engagement are pivotal in healthcare management. As global healthcare systems face challenges, from rising costs to various patient outcomes, innovations in technology transform patient care techniques. From electronic health record systems that streamline data management to telemedicine platforms to expand access to care, the integration of technology improves efficiency, accuracy, and patient satisfaction. Achieving healthcare quality also demands more research into effective management strategies that combine technological innovations with patient-centric care models. Improving Healthcare Quality and Patient Engagement: Management and Technology Insights explores key insights into the convergence of healthcare management and technology. It outlines the integration of healthcare quality and patient care for improved patient outcomes and reshaped healthcare services. This book covers topics such as digital technology, sustainable development, and geriatric care, and is a useful resource for medical workers, healthcare professionals, business owners, sociologists, computer engineers, data scientists, researchers, and academicians.