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ID: 65980
Title: Building an information-resilient society
Author: Sabuj Kumar Chaudhuri,Sanjoy Kar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 389-390 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Building an information-resilient society
Keywords: None
Abstract: A two-day international conference was held recently to discuss the pivotal role of information ecosystem in connecting people, fostering understanding, and empowering individuals, thus contributing to building a more interconnected and harmonious society. The conference featured six primary subthemes, each addressing crucial aspects of information resilience. Participants engaged in discussions ranging from building data-resilient communities to leveraging frontier technologies for societal well-being. Topics included data governance, crisis management, the role of information centres and the intersection of information resilience with the sustainable development goals (SDGs). There were five plenary sessions and ten technical sessions. Thirty eight papers were presented from around the world, both in physical and virtual modes. The conference provided an excellent opportunity for researchers, academics and practitioners to exchange ideas and knowledge in the emerging area and develop effective strategies that enhance the capacity of information ecosystems to withstand and overcome future crises, while maximizing societal benefits even during non-crisis periods.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 65979
Title: Glacial hazards and forest fires in Uttarakhand Himalaya and their plausible mitigation
Author: Kalachand Sain
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (4) 383-384 25 Aug (2024)
Subject: Glacial hazards and forest fires in Uttarakhand Himalaya and their plausible mitigation
Keywords: None
Abstract: The 2450 km-long Himalayan arc has a plethora of resources like glaciers, snow, river water, minerals, ores, cold springs, geothermal springs, hydrocarbon deposits, sunshine, wind, water bodies, medicinal plants and herbs, scenic beauty, all of which can be harnessed for the socio-economic and agricultural growth. The high-altitude glaciers and snow are lifelines for irrigation, drinking water, hydropower generation, and domestic and industrial usage. However, Himalaya is stressed by several subsurface processes, climate-induced phenomena, environmental impact and human activities, which have led to different kinds of disasters with varied intensities
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 65978
Title: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme
Author: TV Ramachandra, Bharath Setturu,S.Vinay,M.D.Subhashchandran, Bharath H. Aithal, Tulika Mondal, Abhishek Baghel
Editor: T.V. Ramachandra
Year: 2024
Publisher: Energy &Wetlands Research Group
Source: None
Reference: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme (Banner)
Subject: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme
Keywords: None
Abstract: Environmental information awareness capacity building and livelihood programme, CES, EWRG, IISc, Bangalore (Banner)
Location: None
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ID: 65977
Title: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats
Author: T.V.Ramachandra, Bharath Setturu, S.Vinay,M.D. Subash Chandran and H. Bharath Aithal
Editor: T.V. Ramachandra
Year: 2024
Publisher: Energy &Wetlands Research Group
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats (Banner)
Subject: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats
Keywords: None
Abstract: Ecologically sensitive regions in the western Ghats (Banner), CES, EWRG, IISc, Bangalore
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 65976
Title: Parasite-Faunas of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh (Indian Himalayas): Diversity, Impact & Importance
Author: Ramesh Chander Bhagat reviewed by Khurshid A.Tariq
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 365-366 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Parasite-Faunas of Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh (Indian Himalayas): Diversity, Impact & Importance
Keywords: None
Abstract: The book under review begins with a preface documenting the background and importance behind writing this book on diversity of parasite fauna of Kashmir Himalayas. Considering the biological and ecological significance of parasites around which the contents of the book are centred, the book assumes high-order value in the field of academia in general and biological diversity in particular to increase awareness and understanding of parasite diversity. This reference book based on up-to-date research work of last few decades has the potential to fill the existing critical information gap in the field of parasite biodiversity and overall biological diversity in Kashmir Himalayas. It is interesting to know that about 40–50% of the living organisms live as either ectoparasites or endoparasites on/in different kinds of other living organisms (hosts) to fulfil their metabolic needs/ other life requirements and at the same time are responsible for causing a variety of parasitic diseases in their hosts.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
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ID: 65975
Title: Invasive plant in an anthropogenic disturbed and a community protected forest and their means as bio-resources
Author: Khikeya Semy, M. R. Singh and Maongkala Walling
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 359-363 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Invasive plant in an anthropogenic disturbed and a community protected forest and their means as bio-resources
Keywords: Bioresources, Eastern Himalayas, invasive alien plants
Abstract: The present study deals with an exploratory survey on the uses and role of invasive alien species (IAS) in the local Naga livelihoods in the mountainous region of eastern Himalayas. IAS was randomly sampled from an anthropogenic disturbed forest and a community protected forest to comparatively analyse the type of IAS prevailing in those conditions. Later, group discussions were arranged with local inhabitants to distinguish and identify the various uses of IAS. A total of 31 plant species belonging to 18 different families were identified, out of which 21 species were reported to be used as bio-resources. The majority of the identified species were found to possess medicinal or curative properties. Considering the importance of IAS despite some of their negative impacts, it is important to impart traditional knowledge of their uses to the upcoming generations and initiate necessary steps to distinguish harmful species from harmless ones for better ecological sustenance.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: McNeely, J. A., The Great Reshuffling: Human Dimensions of Invasive Alien Species, IUCN, Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK, 2001, p. 242. Reddy, C. S., Bagyanarayana, G., Reddy, K. N. and Raju, V. S., Invasive alien flora of India, National Biological Information Infrastructure, US Geological Surv
Literature cited 2: Mooney, H. A. and Hobbs, R. J. (eds), Invasive Species in a Changing World, Island Press, Washington, DC, USA, 2000. Gentili, R., Schaffner, U., Martinoli, A. and Citterio, S., Invasive alien species and biodiversity: impacts and management. Biodiversity, 2021, 22(1–2), 1–3.

ID: 65974
Title: Evaluating environmental and remote sensing factors in theileriosis risk prediction for bovine in Kerala, India: navigating post-flood climate dynamics
Author: Kuralayanapalya Puttahonnappa Suresh, Siju Susan Jacob*, Pinaki Prasad Sengupta, Tarushree Bari, Dikshitha Jagadish, Paramanandham Krishnamoorthy and Sharanagouda Shiddanagouda Patil
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 352-358 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Evaluating environmental and remote sensing factors in theileriosis risk prediction for bovine in Kerala, India: navigating post-flood climate dynamics
Keywords: Disease prediction, Kerala, livestock, machine learning, outbreak, theileriosis.
Abstract: Theileriosis, a parasitic disease, caused by Theileria spp. and transmitted through ticks, poses a significant threat to livestock, leading to elevated morbidity and mortality rates. This study investigated the incidence trend of theileriosis in Kerala, India, over three years (2019–21). Notably, the research unveiled a substantial upsurge in bovine theileriosis cases within Kerala during this period, partly attributed to the state’s severe flooding and landslides in 2018, triggered by incessant monsoon rains. The present study envisaged pinpointing the risk factors underlying the prevalence of theileriosis in Kerala. Employing linear discriminant analysis, key environmental and remote sensing variables influencing the disease’s incidence were identified. Subsequently, these risk factors underwent climate disease modelling, leading to the creation of risk maps. To predict areas sensitive to theileriosis outbreaks in Kerala, two regression models and nine machine learning models were employed. The gradient boost and random forest models demonstrated the most accurate fit among these. The study also estimated the basic reproduction number (R0), which ranged from 0.89 to 1.8. This value indicates a high potential for Theileria spp. transmission within the study area. Consequently, the research outcomes offer valuable insights into pinpointing high risk theileriosis locations in livestock in Kerala.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Chamuah, J. K. et al., First report of Ikeda genotype of Theileria orientalis in Mithun (Bos frontalis) from northeastern hilly region of India. Parasitol. Res., 2024, 123, 36. Nene, V., Kiara, H., Lacasta, A., Pelle, R., Svitek, N. and Steinaa, L., The biology of Theileria parva and control of East Coast fever – current status and future trends. Ticks Tick-Borne Dis., 2016, 7, 549–564.
Literature cited 2: Sivakumar, T., Hayashida, K., Sugimoto, C. and Yokoyama, N., Evolution and genetic diversity of Theileria. Infect. Genet. Evol., 2014, 27, 250–263. Tiwari, A., Singh, N. K., Singh, H., Jyoti, Bhat, S. A. and Rath, S. S., Prevalence of Theileria annulata infection in Hyalomma anatolicum anatolicum collected from crossbred cattle of Ludhiana, Punjab. J. Parasit, Dis., 2015, 39, 57–61

ID: 65973
Title: Prediction of drought – risk zones in Tamil Nadu using historical and global climate model data
Author: B. Santhoshkumar , N. K. Sathyamoorthy, V. Geethalakshmi , Ga Dheebakaran , K. Boomiraj , N. Manikandan and M. Selva Kumar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 340-351 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Prediction of drought – risk zones in Tamil Nadu using historical and global climate model data
Keywords: Drought events, drought forecast, Indian Meteorological Department, standardized precipitation index
Abstract: Global climate change has increased the events and intensity of extreme events. Tamil Nadu is located in the southern peninsula region of India, which has benefitted both from the south-west monsoon (SWM) and the north-east monsoon (NEM). Although variations in the monsoon pattern increased events of drought. The IMD gridded (1991–2020) and projected global climate model data (EC_Earth3_Veg_LR) were used to anticipate the drought-risk-prone zones over Tamil Nadu by using the standardized precipitation index. During both the SSP245 and SSP585 scenarios of the near (2021–2050) and mid (2051–2080) century periods, an increase in rainfall amount was expected with a high coefficient of variation (CV) across the region. The CVs of the future SWM and NEM seasons were expected to range from 20% to 60% and 25% to 50% respectively. Increased variability often leads to an increase in number of drought events. Regardless of scenarios, the southern zone was expected to experience more drought events, followed by the northwestern zone during SWM. Drought events during the NEM were expected to increase in northeastern zone districts. Changes in cropping patterns and policymaking for future risk-prone areas were undertaken as a proactive response to mitigate potential agricultural challenges.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: IPCC, Working Group I, Contribution to the IPCC Fifth Assessment Report on Climate Change: The Physical Science Basis – Summary for Policymakers, Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Stockholm, 2013, pp. 72–74. Lesk, C., Rowhani, P. and Ramankutty, N., Influence of extreme weather disasters on global crop production. Nature, 2016, 529(7584), 84–87
Literature cited 2: National Research Council, Adapting to the impacts of climate change, National Academies Press, 2011. Agha, K. A., Feldman, D., Hoerling, M., Huxman, T. and Lund, J., Water and climate: recognize anthropogenic drought. Nature, 2015, 524(7566), 409–411.

ID: 65972
Title: Evaluation of farmers’ contentment with climate resilient agricultural technologies in Telangana, India
Author: Boda Mahesh Naik, A. K. Singh , Saikat Maji , P. Venkatesan and Rohit Shelar
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 333-339 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Evaluation of farmers’ contentment with climate resilient agricultural technologies in Telangana, India
Keywords: Climate change, NICRA, path analysis, resilience, technologies.
Abstract: National Innovations on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) is a flagship project of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) to mitigate climate change in vulnerable districts of India. The present study assessed farmers’ satisfaction with climate-resilient agricultural technologies following their adoption in two vulnerable districts of Telangana, India, identified under the NICRA project. Results showed that most farmers in the Suryapet and Khammam (62.67% and 90.00%) districts of Telangana state expressed high satisfaction with these technologies. Additionally, a significant proportion had a highly favourable perception of the technology promoters (71.33% and 82.00%), high perceived expectations (52.67% and 74.00%), high perceived quality (58.00% and 86.00%), and a high perceived value (68.00% and 84.00%) associated with climateresilient agricultural technologies. Importantly, the vast majority of the farmers in both districts expressed their intent to use these technologies when the need arises. Path analysis revealed that variables like perceived image, perceived expectation, perceived quality and perceived value had a significant direct impact on satisfaction, while there was no indirect effect on behavioural intention.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: The Economic Times, Food grain output seen at record 330.5 MT in 2022–23, 26 May 2023. Godfray, H. C. J. et al., Food security: the challenge of feeding nine billion people. Science, 2010, 327, 812–818.
Literature cited 2: Mbow, C. et al., Food security. In Climate Change and Land: An IPCC Special Report on Climate Change, Desertification, Land Degradation, Sustainable Land Management, Food Security, and Greenhouse Gas Fluxes in Terrestrial Ecosystems (eds Delmotte, V. M. et al.), Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK and New York, USA, 2019, pp. 437–450; doi:10.10171978/009157988. FAO, The state of food security and nutrition in the world. Building climate resilience for food security and nutrition. Food and Agriculture Organization

ID: 65971
Title: Complete mitochondrial genome profile of Randall’s threadfin bream, Nemipterus randalli and its phylogenetic analysis
Author: Neenu Raj, Sandhya Sukumaran , Lakshmi P. Mukundan , Anjaly Jose , Sujitha Mary , K. Nisha and A. Gopalakrishnan
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 322-332 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Complete mitochondrial genome profile of Randall’s threadfin bream, Nemipterus randalli and its phylogenetic analysis
Keywords: Mitogenome, Nemipterus randalli, nemipteridae, phylogeny, protein coding genes.
Abstract: We characterized the complete mitogenome of Nemipterus randalli and performed comparative mitogenomic analysis with previously determined mitochondrial genomes belonging to the family Nemipteridae. Using Sanger sequencing, we identified a 16,642 bp mitogenome containing 37 genes (13 protein-coding, 2 rRNA, 22 tRNA) and a non-coding region. Its gene organization, nucleotide composition, tRNA secondary structure and codon usage are similar to other Nemipteridae mitogenomes. The phylogenetic analysis indicated that Nemipteridae is a monophyletic group. The present study forms the basis for further studies on the population genetics, evolution and phylogeny of N. randalli and its family.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Russell, B. C., FAO species catalogue. Nemipterid fishes of the world (Threadfin breams, Whiptail breams, Monocle breams, Dwarf monocle breams and Coral breams) family Nemipteridae. An annotated and illustrated catalogue of Nemipterid species known to date, FAO Fisheries Synopsis, FAO Rome, 1990, vol. 12, pp. 1–149. Karuppasamy, K., Kingston, S. D., Jawahar, P. and Vidhya, V., Spatio-temporal variation in the diversity of threadfin breams (Family: Nemipteridae) from Wadge Bank, South India. J. Entomol. Zool. Stud., 2018, 6, 450–454.
Literature cited 2: CMFRI, Annual Report 2018–19, 2018. IUCN, The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, 2019; https://www.iucnredlist.org/en

ID: 65970
Title: Challenges and dynamics of athaphum: a longitudinal study of Loktak lake in northeast India
Author: Stutee Gupta, T. Dharmaraj and K. Mruthyunjaya Reddy
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 315-321 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Challenges and dynamics of athaphum: a longitudinal study of Loktak lake in northeast India
Keywords: Athaphum, Loktak, Meitei, Ramsar, spatiotemporal dynamics
Abstract: As the largest freshwater lake in the region and a designated Ramsar site, Loktak lake in northeast India holds paramount ecological and socioeconomic significance, particularly for the indigenous Meitei community. This study delves into the intricate spatiotemporal dynamics of a traditional fishing technique called athaphum practised by the Meitei community in the Loktak. It utilizes the normalized difference vegetation index derived from the remote sensing satellite images to discern the athaphum and its trend over the past three decades (1988–2023). Our findings reveal significant fluctuations in athaphum due to ecological, hydrological and human factors. The findings of this study enhance our understanding of the complexities involved in safeguarding Loktak lake. They shed light on the intricate balance needed to sustain environmental integrity and socioeconomic well-being in the Loktak region.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Taylor, K. and Lennon, J., Cultural landscapes: a bridge between culture and nature? Int. J. Herit. Stud., 2011, 17(6), 537–554. Brown, B. J., Hanson, M. E., Liverman, D. M. and Merideth, R. W., Global sustainability: toward definition. Environ. Manage., 1987, 11, 713–719.
Literature cited 2: Singh, T. H. and Singh, R. K. S., Ramsar sites of India, Loktak lake. World Wide Fund – India, New Delhi, India, 1994. Kangabam, R. D., Boominathan, S. D. and Govindaraju, M., Ecology, disturbance, and restoration of Loktak Lake in Indo–Burma biodiversity hotspot – an overview. NeBIO Int. J. Environ. Biodivers., 2015, 6(2), 9–15

ID: 65969
Title: Empirical evidence for shifting cultivation’s role in indigenous food sovereignty in Manipur, Northeast India
Author: Dileep Kumar Pandey, Francis Q. Brearley , Chabungbam Victoria Devi , Nongthombam Devachandra and Mark Haominthang Lhungdim
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 307-314 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Empirical evidence for shifting cultivation’s role in indigenous food sovereignty in Manipur, Northeast India
Keywords: Agrobiodiversity, ethnic foods, indigenous food sovereignty, jhum cultivation, Northeast India.
Abstract: Indigenous food sovereignty (IFS) is pivotal in enhancing food security and nutritional well-being and preserving governance systems and cultural practices within indigenous communities. Despite its significance, the literature on food sovereignty practices within Indian tribal communities and strategies for bolstering them remains limited. The present study draws upon primary data collected from 97 households in Manipur, Northeast India to address this gap. This study employs a mixedmethods research approach and systematically investigates the intricate dynamics of shifting cultivation (SC), agrobiodiversity and their collective contributions to IFS. Empirical findings underscore that SC provides culturally relevant food resources, thereby amplifying dietary diversity and contributing significantly to IFS. The indigenous SC system in the present study site encompasses 32 crop species and 4 local livestock breeds, featuring numerous landraces that ensure nutritional security and preserve food culture. Integrating wild edible plants from forests and fallow lands supplements the traditional food basket, reinforcing indigenous food culture and promoting biodiversity conservation. This study emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between SC-based agrobiodiversity and dietary diversity and highlights their critical role in fortifying IFS resilience, particularly in the context of climate change.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Forum for Food Sovereignty, Declaration of Nyéléni, 2007; https://nyeleni.org/IMG/pdf/DeclNyeleni-en.pdf (accessed on 11 September 2023). Gunaratne, M. S., Radin Firdaus, R. B. and Rathnasooriya, S. I., Climate change and food security in Sri Lanka: towards food sovereignty. Humanit
Literature cited 2: reignty. Humanit. Soc. Sci. Commun., 2021, 8(1), 229. 3. Leventon, J. and Laudan, J., Local food sovereignty for global food security? Highlighting interplay challenges. Geoforum, 2017, 85, 23–26. Mihesuah, D. A. and Hoover, E. (eds), Indigenous Food Sovereignty in the United States: Restoring Cultural Knowledge, Protecting Environments and Regaining Health, University of Oklahoma Press, Norman, OK, USA, 2019.

ID: 65968
Title: Optimizing the impact of spray characteristics of hybrid drone on spray deposition in cotton crops
Author: P. Rajesh , A. P. Mohankumar, R. Kavitha , B. Suthakar and K. Ganesan
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 297-306 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Optimizing the impact of spray characteristics of hybrid drone on spray deposition in cotton crops
Keywords: Droplet deposition density, operational parameters, spray drift analysis, UAV spraying technology, UAV system
Abstract: The effectiveness of a hybrid unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for optimizing crop booster application on cotton crops (variety Co-14) at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University is evaluated in this research. The hybrid UAV, featuring a 12-litre sprayer tank and powered by an internal combustion engine and brushless direct current motor, was tested at heights of 1 and 2 m and speeds of 3 and 4 m s –1 . The objective was to determine optimal parameters for maximizing droplet deposition and minimizing spray drift. The results indicated that at 1 m and 3 m s –1 , the droplet density in the target area was 148 ± 8 drops/cm2 , compared to 136 ± 4 drops/cm2 at 2 m. The volume median diameter at 1 m and 3 m s –1 was 361 µm, and the number median diameter was 392 µm, showing higher deposition and uniform droplet sizes at lower heights and lower speeds. Spray drift analysis indicated reduced off-target movement at 1 m and 3 m s –1 , showing a non-target droplet density of 54 ± 4 drops/cm2 compared to 42 ± 6 drops/cm2 at 2 m. The study concludes that the optimal UAV operation parameters are 1 m height and 3 m s –1 speed, enhancing droplet deposition, minimizing drift, and improving spray efficiency.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Radoglou-Grammatikis, P. et al., A compilation of UAV applications for precision agriculture. Comput. Netw., 2020, 172, 107148. Yoshida, K. et al., Measurements of surface contamination of spray equipment with pesticides after various methods of application. J. Environ. Sci. Health Part B, 1990, 25(2), 169–183
Literature cited 2: Morales-Rodríguez, P. A. et al., A comparison between conventional sprayers and new UAV sprayers: a study case of vineyards and olives in extremadura (Spain). Agronomy, 2022, 12(6), 1307. Wang, G. et al., Comparison of spray deposition, control efficacy on wheat aphids and working efficiency in the wheat field of the unmanned aerial vehicle with boom sprayer and two conventional knapsack sprayers. Appl. Sci., 2019, 9(2), 218.

ID: 65967
Title: Mitigation of environmental pollution using cellulose-based natural rubber latex composites
Author: Amisha Verma and Sanjiv Arora
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 290-296 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Mitigation of environmental pollution using cellulose-based natural rubber latex composites
Keywords: Biodegradability, bio-fillers, mechanical properties, rubber latex
Abstract: In the modern rubber industry, the major problem is the use of petroleum-derived chemical reinforcements that exploit conventional sources of energy. In this review article, we have discussed the importance of some cellulose-based reinforcements as an alternative to harmful chemicals in rubber composites. The employment of natural cellulosic fillers not only improves the biodegradability of rubber latex but also enhances its mechanical and thermal properties. Such reinforced rubber composites can be used effectively in various sectors, i.e. food packaging, footwear, water purification and sensors. In the last, the current outlook and future perspectives of smart rubber composites in commercial areas are also discussed.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: Ahuja, S. and Arora, S., Challenges and practices for effectual waste management during COVID-19. Curr. Sci., 2021, 121, 1281– 1287. Leong, S. Y., Lee, S. Y., Koh, T. Y. and Ang, D. T. C., 4R of rubber waste management: current and outlook. J. Mater. Cycles Waste Manage., 2023, 25, 37–51.
Literature cited 2: Rashad, A. M., A comprehensive overview about recycling rubber as fine aggregate replacement in traditional cementitious materials. Int. J. Sustain. Built Environ., 2016, 5, 46–82. Selvaranjan, K., Navaratnam, S., Rajeev, P. and Ravintherakumaran, N., Environmental challenges induced by extensive use of face masks during COVID-19: a review and potential solutions. Environ. Challenges, 2021, 3, 100039

ID: 65966
Title: In recent years, the focus on methane (CH4) reductions in the global climate negotiations has grown significantly. The 26th session of the Conference of Parties (COP26) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) urged countrie
Author: J. R. Bhatt
Editor: S.K.Satheesh
Year: 2024
Publisher: Current Science Association and Indian Academy of Sciences.
Source: ENVIS, CES & EWRG, CES
Reference: Current Science Vol. 127 (3) 284-289 10 Aug (2024)
Subject: Will the global focus on methane reduction detract from the global attempts to reduce carbon dioxide emissions?
Keywords: Climate change, CH4 vis-à-vis CO2, global food and nutritional security, small and marginal farmers, survival versus luxury emissions
Abstract: In recent years, the focus on methane (CH4) reductions in the global climate negotiations has grown significantly. The 26th session of the Conference of Parties (COP26) of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) urged countries to consider further actions to reduce non-carbon dioxide greenhouse gas emissions, including CH4, by 2030, which was reiterated by COP27 and COP28. This article discusses how an obsessive focus on CH4 reduction is a serious distraction from the real challenge of limiting and reducing CO2 emissions and masks the inability of developed countries to meet their commitments. Further, even with regard to reducing CH4 emissions, the article points out that these efforts need to be placed within national contexts and circumstances. In particular, CH4 emission reductions need to focus on energy, industry, and waste sector emissions rather than the agriculture sector to ensure that there are no adverse consequences for developmental imperatives such as protecting and enhancing small farmer livelihoods and ensuring food security. In this context, the article argues that India’s actions on CH4 are entirely consistent both with her national priorities and circumstances and with the foundational principles of the UNFCCC, which prioritize the importance of poverty alleviation and sustainable development for developing countries.
Location: T E 15 New Biology building
Literature cited 1: IPCC, Climate Change 2021: The Physical Science Basis. Contribution of Working Group I to the Sixth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, United Kingdom and New York, NY, USA, 2021; doi:10.1017/ 9781009157896.001. 2. IPCC, Climate Change 2007: The Physical Science Basis. Contribution of Working Group I to the Fourth Assessment Report of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (eds Solomon, S. et al.), Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, United Kingdom and New York, NY, USA, 2007.
Literature cited 2: Gütschow, J. et al., The PRIMAP-hist national historical emissions time series. Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 2016, 8, 571–603. MoEFCC, India’s Third Biennial Update Report to the UNFCCC. Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India (GoI), 2021, pp. 1–501.