121 research outputs found
Electrochemical Evaluation of Human Hair Derived Carbon Particles
Full text linkPollution has become a great challenge for modern world. Hence, recycling trend is growing worldwide. Human hair, a fancy part of human body, creates a bulk of litter on trimming, yet has wide spectrum of applications. A facile thermal approach has been implemented in this research to synthesize carbon particles (CP) from waste human hair. CP surface analyses was made through SEM, ATR-FTIR, TGA & Raman. Efficient adsorptive behavior of synthesized CP against Zn and Pb has been observed with 70% Pb (9.325 mg/10 mg CP) and 90% Zn (37 mg/10 mg CP) adsorption. The augmented adsorptive capacity of CP ultimately finds its application in heavy metal removal from waste water. Cyclic voltammetry (CV) justified outstanding adsorption behavior of CP by speedy electron transfer, better charge storage and swift ionic diffusion; with 53 mC current carrying capacity and 1.98 to 4.37 cm(2) effective surface area. CV data has shown electrochemical irreversibility and double layer capacitance. CP conductivity has been observed from 19.78 mu S to 38.4 mu S, with. values between -17.4 mV and -28.6 mV. (c) 2020 The Electrochemical Society ("ECS"). Published on behalf of ECS by IOP Publishing Limited
Experiencing and writing Indigeneity, rurality and gender: Australian reflections
No full textThis paper has two interrelated aims. The first is to contribute to knowledge about rurality, gender and Indigeneity. This is undertaken by the first author, Bebe Ramzan, an Indigenous woman living in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. Bebe shows similarities across rural and remote areas in Australia and details her knowledge and experience of home, rurality, rural communities, land and gender. The second aim of the paper is to examine issues surrounding the involvement of academic white women in Indigenous research. Writing from the position of feminist white women Barbara Pini and Lia Bryant reflect on theories of whiteness as cultural practice and in this paper contest representations of rurality in rural studies as white.No Full Tex
Dynamics of the Media Image of the Head of the Chechen Republic Ramzan Kadyrov in the Context of Political Media Communication in Russia
Full text linkThe theoretical aspects of the media image of the Russian region and its components are considered, the role of the image of the head of the republic in the context of the dynamics of political communications is indicated. The object of study is the image of the head of the Chechen Republic Ramzan Kadyrov, the features of positioning within the framework of the paradigm shift of the idea of Chechnya and its leader are revealed. In order to confirm the hypothesis, the data of the conducted studies are presented: media monitoring, dissacrs analysis of texts about Ramzan Kadyrov (chronological framework — February–August 2022). The author notes that the most important characteristics of the media image of a modern leader, identified by theoretical and practical research, are the behavioral actions of the leader, his ideological position, commitment to the ideology of the Russian state. Along with the description of the identified strategies, the author describes the causes and forecast of the dynamics of the media image of the regional leader
Defense expenditures and economic growth in Pakistan and India: An augmented Feder-type model
No full textTo discover defense-growth nexus, this study has used Feder type model to capture the supply-side impacts for Pakistan and India. In Feder-type model, this study has used four sectors to find out total effects of defense spending on growth by using OLS technique. The findings of the study show that there is positive association between the total effect of defense and growth in all the sectors for both the countries. In augmented Feder type model, the total effects along with externality effects and productivity differential have been re-estimated. The sign of the total effects of defense sector remain the same for both the countries whereas externality effects of defense sector have been observed negative for both the countries except in four-sector for Pakistan. The results of productivity differential of defense sector appear with negative sign throughout the analysi
Folio: The Magazine of Forman Christian College
No full textEditorial. pp. 5; Sheets, S. L.-Poetry-The Departure. pp. 7; Ghaisuddin-Article-Nature in Hardy. pp. 8-10; Bede, Z.-Poetry-Be Worthy of Your Query. pp. 11; Suleman Ghani-Story-At First Sight. pp. 12-16; Fazal, S. K.-Poetry-Oblivision is Red. pp. 17-18; Khawaja Fayyaz Mahmud-Article-Tourism in Kenya. pp. 19-22; Shahid Ikram-Poetry-A Morning Walk. pp. 22; Bede, Z.-Poetry-Dragons. pp. 23; Syed Arif Ahmad-Article-Cultural Awareness and Modern Youth. pp. 24-26; Toheed Ahmad-Poetry-On Meeting a Dead Formanite. pp. 27-29; Muhammad Ramzan Malik-Article-Polygamy. pp. 30-34; Barratt, D. J.-Poetry-Sonnet Sequence. pp. 35-39; Saadat Ali Khan-Article-The Secret of Contentment. pp. 40-41; Shahid Hasan-Poetry-Modern Poetry. pp. 41; Zaki-ud-Din Sheikh-Poetry-HICO. pp. 42; Javed, A. Aziz-Story-I Love You. pp. 43-45; Ghais-ud-Din-Poetry-The Lover. pp. 46; Anon-Poetry-Despair. pp. 47; Mohammad Riaz Shafi-Poetry-A Love Poem. pp. 48; JED-Poetry-The Journey. pp. 49-61; Toheed Ahmad-Kaleidoscope. pp. 62-65; Hamid, S. A.-In Memoriam. pp. 66-69; Folio [Urdu]. 58 p.Professor E. J. Sinclair. before contents page; Dr S. L. Sheets. before Editoria
Role of Gender Asset Ownership and Poverty in Determining Women Empowerment: A Village-based Study in South Punjab, Pakistan
Full text linkThis study investigates the determinants of women's empowerment in the agriculture sector of South Punjab, Pakistan, using a cross-sectional analysis. Specifically, the study aims to identify the socio-demographic and economic factors that promote or hinder women's empowerment in this sector, to inform policies and programs that can support gender equality in the region. To estimate the results, we are utilizing data from 900 households located in the Multan, Bahawalpur, and DG Khan divisions of South Punjab Province in Pakistan in 2022 while employing the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) method for analysis. The study also explored the impact of empowerment on women's socio-demographics, economic status, and well-being. The study found that women's empowerment in South Punjab is influenced by a range of factors, including age, marital status, education, income, poverty, and asset ownership prevalence. The study focuses on improving women's education, income, and access to credit, as these factors are found to positively impact women's empowerment in the agriculture sector of South Punjab, Pakistan. Additionally, policies that promote women's participation in decision-making at the household and community levels can contribute to greater gender equality in the region
Demand-Driven Challenges to Food Security: A Developing World Perspective
Full text linkObjective: This study explores the impact of short-run and long-run demand-side drivers on the food security in developing countries.
Research Gap: The paper utilizes a rich dataset consisting on 89 nations spanning from the years 1990 to 2020. A research gap exists in the collective exploration of all four dimensions of food security. Prior to the present study, there was a scanty literature addressing this comprehensive approach.
Methodology: The present study employs Method of Moments Quantile Regression (MMQR). The application of the MMQR technique to analyze the interconnections among food security, agricultural exports, income inequality, economic growth and demand-driven forces of food security has limited in previous literature. This underscores the need for a more nuanced understanding of the relationships between these variables.
The Main Findings: The results reveal that overall population growth (PG) as well as urban population growth (UPG) serves as the persistent impediment towards the achievement of sustainable food security. However, official development assistance (ODA) shows a positive impact on availability and utilization dimensions. As well as, ODA can reduce undernourishment leading to improved access to nutritious food in developing countries.
Implications of Findings: The study recommends promoting family planning to address population pressures and emphasizes active engagement with international donors for technical and financial support in enhancing food security.
Originality/Value: The existing literature was limited in its coverage of this holistic approach prior to the current research. Additionally, this study applied the MMQR, a novel technique in this field, to assess such associations
A Cross-Sectional Analysis of Determinants of Poverty: Evidence from the Agriculture Sector in South Punjab, Pakistan
Full text linkPurpose: This study investigates the factors contributing to poverty in South Punjab's agricultural region in Pakistan. By conducting a cross-sectional analysis, it examines how household characteristics, agricultural productivity, and socioeconomic factors impact poverty levels. The primary objective is to identify the root causes of poverty in the region, aiming to alleviate it and enhance the well-being of rural communities. The study serves as a valuable resource for policymakers seeking to address poverty in South Punjab's agricultural sector.
Research Gap:The existing literature lacks comprehensive insights into factors such as asset ownership, women's empowerment, and various access to services variables in this specific regional context.
Design/Methodology/Approach: We employed the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) method to analyze data gathered from 900 households in South Punjab's Multan, Bahawalpur, and DG Khan divisions in 2022.
The Main Findings: The study focused on three categories of independent variables: socio-demographic, economic, asset ownership, and women's empowerment determinants of poverty. Various factors were found to influence poverty in South Punjab, including age, marital status, dependency burden, distance from home to workplaces and healthcare facilities, access to safe drinking water and sanitation, employment status, education, asset ownership, and women's empowerment. The results indicate a positive association between age, dependency burden, distance from home to workplaces and healthcare facilities, and overall women's empowerment with poverty. Conversely, having a spouse, being widowed, and female asset ownership showed a negative association with poverty.
Theoretical/Practical Implications of the Findings: This study provides essential insights into the underlying causes of poverty in South Punjab's agricultural sector, offering valuable guidance for policymakers and stakeholders working towards poverty eradication in the region.
Originality/Value: Unlike previous research focusing on limited determinants of poverty alleviation, our comprehensive analysis utilizes data from these divisions, offering a more thorough examination across varied variables
NATURE AND SALIENT FEATURES OF PAKISTAN’S MANUFACTURING SECTOR: A COMPREHENSIVE INSIGHT
Full text linkThe study investigates the nature and salient features of Pakistan’s manufacturing sector by focusing on the structure, conduct and performance aspects for 2004-2018. In structural analysis, Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd has turned out to be the largest firm according to gross sales criterion while Oil & Gas Development. Co. Ltd is classified as the largest firm according to the total assets criterion. Six industries are categorized as most heavily concentrated industries, five industries are in moderately concentrated industries while four industries are placed in the least heavily concentrated industries according to four-firm concentration criterion while according to Herfindahl-Hirschman Index principle, six industries are characterized as highly concentrated industries, two industries are in moderately concentrated industries while seven industries are placed in low concentrated industries. Demand and market conditions point out the disparity between the own-price elasticity of market demand and the own-price elasticity of a firm’s product. In conduct analysis, Learner’s index shows that there is imperfect competition in Pakistan’s manufacturing sector. The chemicals & Pharmaceuticals industry has come out with high advertising while the Petroleum Products industry has the lowest advisement intensity. In performance analysis, Spinning, Weaving has more gross profit to sales ratio while Electrical Machinery & Apparatus has the lowest gross profit to sales ratio. The Motor Vehicles industry is at the top for Charnes-Cooper-Rhodes (CCR), BankerCharnes-Cooper (BCC) criteria while for scale efficiency, the cement industry stands at the ape
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