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Literacy and Cognition project (MPI)
13/11/2018
Inventors: Veeky Baths, Falk Huettig
The Literacy and Cognition project (MPI) likely refers to an initiative focusing on understanding the relationship between literacy skills and cognitive development. This research project is likely conducted under the auspices of the Max Planck Institute (MPI), known for its multidisciplinary research in cognitive sciences. The project aims to investigate...
The Literacy and Cognition project (MPI) likely refers to an initiative focusing on understanding the relationship between literacy skills and cognitive development. This research project is likely conducted under the auspices of the Max Planck Institute (MPI), known for its multidisciplinary research in cognitive sciences. The project aims to investigate how literacy impacts cognitive processes such as memory, attention, and reasoning across different age groups and populations. By examining these interactions, researchers seek to uncover insights into educational strategies, brain plasticity, and cognitive enhancement, potentially influencing educational policies and practices worldwide. (Biological Science)
Process Improvements in Urrakh and Feni Production in Goa (Pilot Scale Process and Thermal Efficiency Improvement Measures)
13/10/2017
Inventors: S. D. Manjare, Pramod V. Pathak
The project aims to enhance process efficiency in Urrakh and Feni production in Goa through pilot-scale process improvements and thermal efficiency measures. This involves optimizing production techniques to increase yield and quality while reducing energy consumption and waste. Key focus areas include refining distillation processes, upgrading equipment for better heat...
The project aims to enhance process efficiency in Urrakh and Feni production in Goa through pilot-scale process improvements and thermal efficiency measures. This involves optimizing production techniques to increase yield and quality while reducing energy consumption and waste. Key focus areas include refining distillation processes, upgrading equipment for better heat transfer, and implementing advanced control systems for temperature and humidity. By piloting these improvements, the project aims to establish more sustainable and cost-effective production practices, supporting Goa's traditional alcohol industries and promoting environmental stewardship through efficient resource utilization. (Chemical Engineering)
Understanding the Role of Long Non-Coding RNAs (IncRNAs) During Gene Regulation
28/05/2024
Inventors: Vivek Sharma
Understanding the role of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) during gene regulation is crucial for unraveling their functional significance in various biological processes. These RNA molecules, despite not encoding proteins, play key roles in gene expression regulation, chromatin remodeling, and epigenetic modifications. By investigating their interactions with DNA, RNA, and proteins,...
Understanding the role of long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) during gene regulation is crucial for unraveling their functional significance in various biological processes. These RNA molecules, despite not encoding proteins, play key roles in gene expression regulation, chromatin remodeling, and epigenetic modifications. By investigating their interactions with DNA, RNA, and proteins, researchers aim to elucidate how lncRNAs contribute to cellular differentiation, development, and disease progression. This exploration advances our understanding of complex molecular mechanisms underlying gene regulation and offers potential insights into therapeutic strategies targeting lncRNAs in various human diseases. (Biological Science)
Ensuring Food Security through A1 and Satellite imaging Technology assisted Robust Agriculture at Seale
09/05/2024
Inventors: Navneet Goyal, Aneesh C
Ensuring food security through A1 and satellite imaging technology-assisted robust agriculture at scale involves integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and satellite imaging to optimize agricultural practices. This approach utilizes AI algorithms to analyze satellite data, providing farmers with real-time information on crop health, soil moisture levels, and weather patterns. By enhancing...
Ensuring food security through A1 and satellite imaging technology-assisted robust agriculture at scale involves integrating artificial intelligence (AI) and satellite imaging to optimize agricultural practices. This approach utilizes AI algorithms to analyze satellite data, providing farmers with real-time information on crop health, soil moisture levels, and weather patterns. By enhancing precision agriculture techniques, such as irrigation scheduling and pest management, this technology promotes efficient resource use and higher crop yields. It contributes to sustainable food production and resilience against climate variability, crucial for ensuring food security in challenging environments like coastal regions. (CS&IS)
Cross Fertilization between Academia and Industry: Towards Safer and Efficient Catalytic Process
29/05/2024
Inventors: Sounak Roy
The concept explores cross-fertilization between academia and industry to enhance safer and more efficient catalytic processes. This collaboration aims to leverage academic research insights and industrial expertise to develop advanced catalytic technologies. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application, researchers and industry professionals aim to design catalysts that are not...
The concept explores cross-fertilization between academia and industry to enhance safer and more efficient catalytic processes. This collaboration aims to leverage academic research insights and industrial expertise to develop advanced catalytic technologies. By integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application, researchers and industry professionals aim to design catalysts that are not only highly effective but also environmentally friendly and safe. This approach facilitates innovation in chemical manufacturing, improving process efficiency, reducing waste, and enhancing product quality. Ultimately, this synergy between academia and industry drives sustainable development in catalysis, benefiting sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals to energy production. (Chemistry)
Dynamical Complexity of Teleparallel Gravity: The Cosmological Implications
16/05/2024
Inventors: Bivudutta Mishra
The study explores the dynamical complexity of teleparallel gravity and its cosmological implications. Teleparallel gravity is an alternative theory to general relativity, where gravitational interactions are described by the curvature-free Weitzenböck connection instead of spacetime curvature. The research investigates how this framework influences the dynamics of the universe on cosmological...
The study explores the dynamical complexity of teleparallel gravity and its cosmological implications. Teleparallel gravity is an alternative theory to general relativity, where gravitational interactions are described by the curvature-free Weitzenböck connection instead of spacetime curvature. The research investigates how this framework influences the dynamics of the universe on cosmological scales. By analyzing the equations of motion and observational implications, such as the expansion rate and structure formation, the study aims to understand how teleparallel gravity can explain or contrast with existing cosmological models. This exploration contributes to broader theories of gravity and cosmology, potentially offering insights into the nature of dark energy and cosmic acceleration. (Mathematics)
Development of Intelligent Algorithm to Predict Surface Location Error in Micromilling of Thin-walled Ti6Al4V for Low Cost Biofabrication
18/02/2024
Inventors: Kundan Kumar Singh
The development focuses on creating an intelligent algorithm to predict surface location errors during micromilling of thin-walled Ti6Al4V for cost-effective biofabrication. This algorithm integrates advanced machine learning techniques and process modeling to anticipate and mitigate errors in machining accuracy. By analyzing variables such as tool wear, material properties, and machining...
The development focuses on creating an intelligent algorithm to predict surface location errors during micromilling of thin-walled Ti6Al4V for cost-effective biofabrication. This algorithm integrates advanced machine learning techniques and process modeling to anticipate and mitigate errors in machining accuracy. By analyzing variables such as tool wear, material properties, and machining parameters, the algorithm aims to optimize milling processes, ensuring precise fabrication of intricate biomedical components. This approach aims to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce material wastage, and facilitate the production of complex structures critical for biomedical applications, ultimately advancing the field of low-cost biofabrication. (Mechanical Engineering)
Solar Fuels: Green H2 via Solar Thermochemical Splitting of Water and Conversion of CO2 to CO over Reducible Oxides
12/01/2024
Inventors: Sounak Roy
Solar fuels refer to the production of renewable hydrogen (H2) through solar thermochemical splitting of water and the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) to carbon monoxide (CO) using reducible oxides. This process utilizes concentrated solar energy to drive high-temperature reactions, where water is split into hydrogen and oxygen through thermochemical...
Solar fuels refer to the production of renewable hydrogen (H2) through solar thermochemical splitting of water and the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) to carbon monoxide (CO) using reducible oxides. This process utilizes concentrated solar energy to drive high-temperature reactions, where water is split into hydrogen and oxygen through thermochemical cycles involving metal oxides. Simultaneously, CO2 is reduced to CO using these oxides as catalysts, which can then be further processed into synthetic fuels or chemicals. This approach offers a sustainable pathway for generating clean H2 and reducing CO2 emissions, contributing to the development of carbon-neutral energy technologies. (Chemistry)
Enhancing Gas Barrier Properties of Type IV Pressure Vessel Liner for Hydrogen Storage
29/04/2024
Inventors: Phaneendrakiran Chaganti
Improving gas barrier properties in Type IV pressure vessel liners for hydrogen storage involves optimizing materials and structural design to minimize hydrogen permeation. This includes selecting advanced composites or alloys with superior barrier capabilities, refining liner structures to mitigate defects, applying specialized coatings, and rigorous testing to ensure safety and...
Improving gas barrier properties in Type IV pressure vessel liners for hydrogen storage involves optimizing materials and structural design to minimize hydrogen permeation. This includes selecting advanced composites or alloys with superior barrier capabilities, refining liner structures to mitigate defects, applying specialized coatings, and rigorous testing to ensure safety and compliance. These enhancements aim to bolster liner durability and efficiency, crucial for maintaining hydrogen's integrity under varying conditions. Such advancements are pivotal in advancing hydrogen storage technologies, supporting applications across automotive, renewable energy, and industrial sectors with enhanced safety and performance standards. (Mechanical Engineering)
Formulation-Based Strategy to Design Membrane Targeting Antimicrobial Peptide-Based Therapeutics for Cancer and Eye Infections
07/04/2024
Inventors: Swati Biswas, Balaram Ghosh
The formulation-based strategy aims to design membrane-targeting antimicrobial peptide (AMP)-based therapeutics for treating cancer and eye infections. This approach involves developing formulations that optimize AMP delivery to target membranes of cancer cells or pathogens causing eye infections. Key aspects include selecting AMPs with specific membrane affinity, designing drug delivery systems...
The formulation-based strategy aims to design membrane-targeting antimicrobial peptide (AMP)-based therapeutics for treating cancer and eye infections. This approach involves developing formulations that optimize AMP delivery to target membranes of cancer cells or pathogens causing eye infections. Key aspects include selecting AMPs with specific membrane affinity, designing drug delivery systems (e.g., liposomes or nanoparticles) to enhance AMP stability and bioavailability, and incorporating targeting ligands for precise localization. This strategy aims to improve therapeutic efficacy, reduce systemic side effects, and address challenges such as drug resistance. It holds promise for innovative treatments in oncology and ophthalmology by leveraging AMPs' unique properties against membrane-associated targets. (Mechanical Engineering)
Structural Information of Microparticles by Fluorescence Detection and Image Analysis
04/04/2024
Inventors: Swati Biswas, Balaram Ghosh
Structural information of microparticles is analyzed using fluorescence detection and image analysis techniques. This method involves labeling microparticles with fluorescent markers to visualize their morphology and internal structure under a microscope. Fluorescence detection enables precise identification and quantification of specific components or features within the microparticles. Image analysis software is...
Structural information of microparticles is analyzed using fluorescence detection and image analysis techniques. This method involves labeling microparticles with fluorescent markers to visualize their morphology and internal structure under a microscope. Fluorescence detection enables precise identification and quantification of specific components or features within the microparticles. Image analysis software is then employed to analyze fluorescence microscopy images, extracting quantitative data on size, shape, distribution, and composition of the microparticles. This approach facilitates detailed characterization essential for various applications including drug delivery systems, biomaterials, and environmental monitoring, providing insights into microparticle structure and function. (Pharmacy)
Targeting Neurovascular Unit for Therapeutic Modulation of Blood-Brain Barrier Function in CNS Diseases
24/04/2024
Inventors: Kavi Devraj
Targeting the neurovascular unit aims to modulate blood-brain barrier (BBB) function therapeutically in central nervous system (CNS) diseases. This approach focuses on understanding the complex interactions between neurons, glial cells, and the vasculature that regulate BBB integrity. By developing interventions that target specific molecular pathways and cellular components within the...
Targeting the neurovascular unit aims to modulate blood-brain barrier (BBB) function therapeutically in central nervous system (CNS) diseases. This approach focuses on understanding the complex interactions between neurons, glial cells, and the vasculature that regulate BBB integrity. By developing interventions that target specific molecular pathways and cellular components within the neurovascular unit, researchers seek to enhance BBB permeability or restore its barrier function in CNS disorders. These efforts aim to improve drug delivery to the brain, reduce neuroinflammation, and potentially treat conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and brain tumors more effectively. (Biological Science)
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