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Item A Research Analysis on Phytochemical and the Activities of Antibacterial in Piper betel varieties (Kaara Vetrilai and Vellai Vetrilai)(International Journal on Recent Advancement in Biotechnology & Nanotechnology, 2019) Ramasamy, SakthivelPiper betel is a well-known ethno-botanical medicinal plant whose leaf is known to possess antiseptic, antileslmian and antimicrobial properties. Considering these properties a preliminary study on the phytochemical present in Piper betel was carried to find the presence of any new antibacterial compounds .Two varieties (Kaaravetrilai and Vellaivetrilai) of Piper betel leaves were collected from the various local markets. Fresh and dry leaf sample were used for phytochemical analysis and antibacterial activity. Based on the qualitative analysis of Piper betel it was found to contain Tannins, Flavanoids, Alkaloids, Terpenoids, Saponins, Cardiac Glycosides and Glycosides .The extract was obtained from dried leaves using ethanol, ethyl acetate and chloroform and also aqueous extract was obtained using these crude extract an attempt was made to find out their antibacterial activity. The antibacterial activity studies showed the prominent zone of inhibition against Bacillus subtilis and Escherichia coli. Further, the isolation and identification of the extract using GC-MASS, HPTLC, NMR etc., will be carried out in future.Item A Study on Phytochemical Analysis and Antibacterial Activity of Piper betel varieties (Kamar and Kumbakonam Vetrilai)(International Journal on Recent Advancement in Biotechnology & Nanotechnology, 2019) Ramasamy, SakthivelPiper betel is a well-known ethno-botanical medicinal plant whose leaf is known to possess antiseptic, antileshmian and antimicrobial properties. Considering these properties a preliminary study on the phytochemicals presentin Piper betel was carried to find the presence of any new antibacterial compounds. Two varieties (Kamar and Kumbakonamvetrilai) of Piper betel leaves were collected from various local markets. Fresh and dry leaf samples were used for phytochemical analysis and antibacterial activity. Based on the qualitative analysis of Piper betel it was found to contain Tannins, Flavanoids, Alkaloids, Terpenoids, Saponins, Cardiac Glycosides and Glycosides. The extract was obtained from dried leaves using ethanol, ethyl acetate and chloroform and also aqueous extract was obtained. Using these crude extracts an attempt was made to find out their antibacterial activity. The antibacterial activity studies showed the prominent zone of inhibition against Bacillus subtilis and Escherichia coli.Further, the isolation and identification of the extract using GC-MASS, HPTLC, NMR etc., will be carried out in future.Item A Study on Portfolio Evaluation and Investment Decision With Reference To Sharekhan Limited, Chennai(Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (IJIR), 2017) Ramasamy, SakthivelPortfolio management can be defined and used in many a ways, because the basic meaning of the word is “combination of the various things keeping intact”. So I considered and evaluated this from the perspective of the investment part in the securities segment. From the investor point of view this portfolio followed by him is very important since through this way one can manage the risk of investing in securities and thereby managing to get good returns from the investment in diversified securities instead of putting all the money into one basket. Now a day’s investors are very cautious in choosing the right portfolio of securities to avoid the risks from the market forces and economic forces. So this topic is chosen because in portfolio management one has to follow certain steps in choosing the right portfolio in order to get good and effective returns by managing all the risks. This topic covers the how a particular portfolio has to be chosen concerning all the securities individual return and thereby arriving at the overall portfolio return. This also covers the various techniques of evaluation of the portfolio with regarding to all the uncertainties and gives an edge to select the right one. The purpose of choosing this topic is to know how the portfolio management has to be done in arriving at the effective one and at the same time make aware the investors to choose the securities which they want to put them in their portfolio. This also gives an edge in arriving at the right portfolio in consideration to different securities rather than one single security. The project is undertaken for the study of my subject thoroughly while understanding the different case studies for the better understanding of the investors and myself.Item A Study on Psycho-Social Problems Faced by the Children in Alcoholic Family(International Journal of Recent Advances in Psychology & Psychotherapy, 2018) Ramasamy, SakthivelAlcoholism affects the drinking individual physically in the way they behave, think, feel and it can affect family members. Alcohol may be the central guiding principle of family life, causing trauma and shaping each individual’s development. This study highlights the “Psycho-Social problems faced by the children in alcoholic family”. This study draws upon Primary Source were collected which children in We Care organization Adyar, Chennai and Secondary Sources including memories, published letters, journals and a complete collection of the little review. Descriptive design is used in this research. The tool used to collect data for this study is interview schedule. 68% respondents are between the ages of 10-13. The results and discussion fined that 50% of the respondents replied that mentally affected by Alcoholic father. The suggestions given in the study can be cited to effects of Alcohol should be adding in the lesson plan to aware the children and children of alcoholics should not be neglected instead essential care needs to be given by the parents or care takers.Item Advanced Biology(Skyfox Publishing Group, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelA cell is the structural and fundamental unit of life. The study of cells from its basic structure to the functions of every cell organelle is called Cell Biology. Robert Hooke was the first Biologist who discovered cells. All organisms are made up of cells. They may be made up of a single cell (unicellular), or many cells (multicellular). Mycoplasmas are the smallest known cells. Cells are the building blocks of all living beings. They provide structure to the body and convert the nutrients taken from the food into energy. Cells are complex, and their components perform various functions in an organism. They are of different shapes and sizes, pretty much like bricks of the buildings. Our body is made up of cells of different shapes and sizes. Cells are the lowest level of organisation in every life form. From organism to organism, the count of cells may vary. Humans have the number of cells compared to that of bacteria. Cells comprise several cell organelles that perform specialised functions to carry out life processes. Every organelle has a specific structure. The hereditary material of the organisms is also present in the cells.Item An Empirical Study on Assessment of Knowledge on Diabetes Mellitus, Medication Usage and Complications for Type 2 Diabetic Patients at Kafue General Hospital, Zambia(GIS SCIENCE JOURNAL, 2021) Ramasamy, SakthivelThe research articles is to measure the knowledge on Diabetes, medication usage and its complications for type 2 diabetic patients at the Kafue General Hospital. 50 patients with Diabetes mellitus type 2 were taken in this research. The paper was used by Random sampling method. A cross-sectional and descriptive study as taken on the diabetic type 2 patients. 50 questionnaires were administered to the diabetic type 2 patients to assess their knowledge on Diabetes type 2, its medication usage and complications. Data was entered and analyzed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 16.0. The level of knowledge of the patients’ were asked through the questions about on symptoms of hypoglycemia, type of medication taken and when to take their medication in regards to food as well as complications of type 2 Diabetes mellitus. Knowledge about hypoglycemia was considered to be adequate if the patient could correctly identify eating sugary foods as an action to take when the patient’s blood sugar level had gone low. Knowledge in terms of gender, more females 26 (58%) than males 24 (48%) contributed to the study. The knowledge about diabetes was higher in patients with tertiary qualification, those with positive family history of diabetes, those with long length of diagnosis and those with type 2 diabetic complications. The present study has shown that type 2 Diabetic patient’s diabetic patients in the area under study had a poor level of knowledge about complications, management of hypoglycemia, consumption of alcohol in relation to medication and the regular checkup of blood sugar.Item An Impact of Diversification on Multinational Organisations- A Case Study Conducted In Trade Kings, Zambia(International Journal of Transformation in Operational & Marketing Management, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelDiversification to a business that operates in many nations puts it out in a safe place because when it comes to the economy of the different nations, because if one product fails they can rely on the other products that they offer and if they fail in one country they are not likely to fail in all the countries that purchase their goods hence the result of diversification is that they will not suffer a loss even if they didn’t not manage to be successfully, we can use an example of a family, they may be two children but they are both not likely to go to school for the same thing which is also an act of diversification. The manufacturing sector/ industry is of great importance to all nations because it holds the nations unique products that contribute largely to the economic structure of the nation.Item Biodiversity of Chlorococcales (Chlorophyceae) from Cement Factories in and arounded areas of Ariyalur District, Tamil Nadu.(European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016) Ramasamy, SakthivelThe present paper deals with 114 taxa of Chlorococcales were recorded from different water bodies of Eight Cement factories and nearby Twenty sites of Ariyalur District, Tamil Nadu. These belong to 28 genera. e.g. Chlamydomonas (3), Pandorina (2), Volvox (1), Chlorosarcina (1), Characium (1), Chlorococcum (3), Ettlia (1), Chlorella (6), Golenkinia (1), Tetraedron (11), Keratococcus (1), Oocystis (2), Actinastrum (2), Ankistrodesmus (4), Dactylococcus (1), Kirchneriella (3), Monoraphidium (4), Selenastrum (3), Dictyosphaerium (4), Dimorphococcus (1), Westella (2), Pediastrum (13), Coelastrum (7), Crucigenia (4), Tetrastrum (1), Tedrastrum (1), Desmodesmus (3), Scenedesmus (28). All these microalgal species were recorded first time from this region and out of these 44 species reported first from Tamil Nadu.Item Challenges In Education(Skyfox Publishing Group, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelA great emphasis, now a day, is placed on achievement right from the beginning of formal education. Achievement is a paramount importance, particularly in the present socio-economic and cultural contexts. It is a task-oriented behavior that allows the individual’s performance to be evaluated according to some internally or externally imposed criterion that involves some standard of excellence. Many teachers face several challenges in teaching. These problems show their impact on achievement of pupils. Realizing the inter-relationship between problems of teaching and teachers and achievement of pupils, a research study has been undertaken on a large scale. This book gives all details of the study which help the administrators and teachers in enhancing the achievement of pupils. This particular book is titled: Challenges in Education. We hope that the book will prove its worth by fulfilling the needs of those for whom it has been specifically designed. Any suggestion for its improvement in future will be gratefully acknowledged and warmly appreciated.Item Comparison of Nutritional Status of Under-Five Children between Two Different Socio-Economic Areas of Lusaka District-Chipata and Matero Compounds(International Journal of Recent Innovation in Food Science & Nutrition, 2023) Ramasamy, SakthivelAccording to the World Health Organization, over three million children under the age of five die each year from environment-related conditions, such as malnutrition, lack of accessto clean water, and the risk of infections. To better understand this issue, a cross-sectional study was conducted to compare the nutritional status of under five children in two different socio-economic areas of Lusaka: Chipata and Matero compounds. The study aimed to assess the nutritional status of under five children, the socio-economic level of the parents, and the dietary history of the children. Data was collected using a questionnaire and anthropometric measurements for 50 children, whose mothers/caregivers were also interviewed. The results showed that 16% of under five children in Chipata had severe acute malnutrition, while only 4% in Matero had this condition. On the other hand, 64% of children in Matero were well-nourished, compared to 48% in Chipata. Additionally, 64% of children in Chipata were stunted (16% severely stunted, 12% moderately stunted, and 36% mildly stunted), while 56% of children in Matero were stunted (28% severely stunted and 28% mildly stunted). The dietary history of the children revealed that Matero had a higher proportion of children who ate more than four meals a day (60%) compared to Chipata (36%). The study also looked at the socio-economic status of the parents. Out of 50 mothers, 42% in Matero had completed a high level of education (36% college and 8% university), while 88% in Chipata had completed a low level of education (36% primary and 52% secondary). Moreover, Matero had a higher proportion of employed mothers (48%) and those who received a high monthly income (24%) compared to Chipata, which had only 16% employed mothers and 12% who received a high monthly income.Item Effects of Alcoholism on Nutrition and Recovery using Nutrition Management in Roma Township- Lusaka(International Journal of Recent Innovation in Food Science & Nutrition, 2023) Ramasamy, SakthivelAlcohol is a product that has provided a variety of functions for people throughout all history. From the ancient times to the modern world, alcohol has played an significant role in religion and worship. In the past, alcoholic beverages have been provided as sources of required nutrients and have been widely utilized as for their medicinal, antiseptic and analgesic properties. The aim and objective of this project was to look at nutritional problems created by consumption of alcoholic beverages, to look at the effect of alcohol on vitamins and to show how ones genes will affect their response to alcohol. This research was conducted in Serenity Harm Reduction Program Zambia (SHARPZ).Item Effects of Kaizen Solutions on Organization performance A case study on road development agency & specilaized systems ltd, Zambia(International Journal of Scientific Research and Engineering Development-–, 2022) Kamwale, Kalonga; Ramasamy, SakthivelKaizenis a Japanese word which mean continuous improvement. In Japan most of the organizations, for example Toyota Motor Corporation, employed Kaizen over a long period of time and it is now part of the company’s culture and daily operation (Meldi S., 2018). In 1950 Toyota implemented quality circles leading to the development of Toyota’s unique “Toyota Production Systems.” Toyota production System is “a system of continuous improvement in quality, technology, processes, company culture, productivity, safety and leadership (Qualitiamo K., 2016).The study determined that Kaizen solutions improves organisational performance in terms of employee’s motivation, quality of products and service etc. The respondents were selected using stratified random sampling at all levels of the organization hierarch in order to reach a wide area and collect the desired information relating to Kaizen solutions and organization performance. Obtained results from the study indicate that there is a significant relationship between Kaizen solutions and organizational performance since the p-value = 0.00 was less than 0.05.This implies that Kaizen has an impact on organization performance through organization culture, employee motivation, and product and service quality to attain customer satisfaction. The study further recommends that it is vital to implement and educate or organizations on the key benefits of Kaizen solutions to improve organizational performance.Item Enumeration of Total Coliform Faecel Bacteria at two different Fish Landing Centres of Tuticorin(European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016) Ramasamy, SakthivelThe present investigation was aimed to explore the total coliform, Streptococcus aureus and faecel Streptococcus counts of the sea water from two selected fish landing stations of Tuticorin viz., Thirespuram and Sinthathirai matha kovil areas during 2007-2008. Formation of coliforms are analysed by standard procedure of MPN (Oblinger and Koburger, 1975) and IMVIC test (Poers and Latt, 1977). Enumeration of faecel coliform was detected by membrane filter technique (Bernasoni et al., 2006). The faecel streptococcal screening was carried out using multiple tube dilution method explained by Grasso et al., (2000). The results of two studied stations revealed that, station 2 encountered maximum Streptococcus aureus and faecel Streptococcus count in sea water [1400 MPN/100ml]. At station 1 and 2, maximum coliform count in sea water is 1600 MPN / 100 ml. The sediment samples at station 2 showed maximum total coliform counts [50 cfu / g]. The flesh of fin fish sample also showed invariably higher total coliform and fecal Streptococcus counts at station 2. The total coliform count of fish sample at both stations is recorded above the maximum permissible limit [5200 cfu /g]. Station 1 showed maximum Streptococcous aureus count in fish sample. Of the 2 stations studied, station 2 Sinthathirai matha kovil recorded maximum total coliform and faecel bacteria counts in water than the other station. Thus the results of present study is a preliminary account and it clearly indicates that a systematic study at these two important landing centres viz., Thirespuram and Sinthathirai matha kovil areas over the period of time during 2007-2008.Item Evaluating the Genetic Affinity of Selaginella species Using Different Isozymic Profiles(European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016) Ramasamy, SakthivelThe present study was intended to identify the genetic variability among the selected species of Selaginella viz., Selaginella intermedia (Bl.) Spring, Selaginella inaequalifolia (Hook. et Grev.) Spring, Selaginella involvens (Sw.) Spring & Selaginella tenera (Hook & Grev.) Spring), Selaginella wightii Hieron., Selaginella brachystachya (Hook. & Grev.) Spring & Selaginella repanda (Desv.) Spring, Selaginella radicata (Hook. & Grev.) Spring, Selaginella bryopteris (L.) Bak, Selaginella delicatula (Desv.) Alston with cones), Selaginella delicatula (Desv.) Alston without cones were collected from Western Ghats, South India using different isozymic profiles. PAGE was carried out using standard procedure of Sadasivam and Manickam (1991). The isoenzymes selected for the study includes, esterase, peroxidase, acid phosphatase, alkaline phosphatase and polyphenol oxidase. Multiple regions of activity with a total of thirty eight esterase bands, sixty six peroxidase bands, sixty three acid phosphatase bands, forty eight alkaline phosphatase bands and twelve polyphenol oxidase bands were observed in the isozymic system of studied Selaginella species. Unique banding profiles of esterase, peroxidase, acid phosphatase, alkaline phosphatase and polyphenol oxidase which observed in the studied Selaginella species were used to distinguish the selected Selaginella species and these isozymic profiles will act as biochemical fingerprint for the studied species in plant systematic studies.Item First report of freshwater microalgae from Ruvuma river, Songea, Tanzania, East Africa(European Journal of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016) Ramasamy, SakthivelThe present work deals with the 24 fresh water algal samples and description of 46 taxa of biodiversity of fresh water algae from Ruvuma river, Songea, Tanzania, East Africa. Collection of 24 fresh water algal samples were carried out during September 2015 to December 2015. Samples were examined in the laboratory and identified. The following micro algae were present Actinastrum (1), Pediastrum (3), Desmodesmus (1), Scenedesmus (2), Spirogyra (3), Penium (1), Closterium (3), Cosmarium (5), Euastrum (1), Staurastrum (1), Melosira (1), Synedra (2), Fragilaria (1), Nitzschia (1), Caloneis (1), Stauronesis (1), Navicula (2), Gomphonema (3), Euglena (2), Phacus (2), Trachelomonas (3), Chroococcus (1), Gomphosphaeria (1), Oscillatoria (3), Anabaena (1) were first time recorded and report. Algae are described with photographs.Item Hepatoprotective and Antioxidant Effects of Ecbolium viride, Gendarussa vulgaris and Sphaeranthus amaranthoides in NASH Induced Hepatotoxicity in Albino Wister Rats(Parishodh Journal, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelNon-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) caused due to over-nutrition, decreased physical activity with disproportionate high-fat food intake, obesity, type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM), and the metabolic syndrome characterized by steatosis, lobular inflammation and progressive pericellular fibrosis. This hepatic disease cannot be remedied by chemicals its addition may lead to complication. Hence herbal drug is the possible remedy. The hepatoprotective effect of Ecbolium viride, Gendarussa vulgaris and Sphaeranthus amaranthoides were monitored by estimating the Triglycerides(TG),Total cholesterol(TC),Low density lipoprotein(LDL), High density lipoprotein (HDL), Aspartate transaminases (AST), Alanine transaminases (ALT), Alkaline phospatases (ALP), and Lactate dehydrogenases (LDH).Plant extracts singly or in combination at a dose of 2g/kg significantly prevented the increase in serum level inliver. Theantioxidant enzymes following D- Galactosamine and diet induced hepatoxicity in albino rats was reversed by plant extracts.Item Launching of a New Product with the Co-Branding Strategy A Case Study of Indian Brands(International Journal of Management, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelIn recent years, the practice of co-branding has attracted a large number of research scholars and practitioners. Many of the researchers are also done their research articles with branding or co-branding. Commonly co-branding deals with the combination of two or more brands into a single product. Where co-branding is concerned with a marketing plan to associate with multiple brand names in a single product. The researcher discussed the general classification of brand associations. The paper reveals two classifications of the statements. The first is to form the general classification of Co-branding. The second aims of this paper are to promote the model of co-branding. The paper is also dealing with analyzing the theories of brand association and brand extension. The paper discussed, along with various case studies of co-branding of products and services.Item Low-cost, post-harvest preservation of fresh Ginger - Zingiber officinale rhizome during winter in Lusaka, Zambia(2020) K. Sripathi, Sumathi; Ramasamy, SakthivelIn Zambia, fresh ginger is the ultimate home remedy to many common ailments as common cold, sore throat and indigestion. They supply and availability of Ginger are greatly curtailed to the common man by lack of post-harvest and storage facilities coupled with high cost. Thus, the aim of the study was to identify a low-cost post-harvest technology to preserve ginger during the winter season of Lusaka, Zambia. The current study found that the clay-covered ginger can be stored up to 6 months at room temperature during the winter months from May to October in Lusaka, Zambia. Thus, the keeping quality of fresh ginger was extended the availability of fresh ginger rhizome in off-seasons for all walks of people.Item On Effective Analysis of Employee Performance Appraisal System in DMI – St. Eugene University, Zambia(International Journal of HR & Organizational Management Insights & Transformations, 2020) Ramasamy, SakthivelEmployee performance has drawn attention by numerous human resource managers. As a result, a number of performance appraisal and its techniques have over time been devised to help establish employee‘s performance. In the recent times, there has been the usage of this appraisal in assessing employee’s performance in most of the organizations in Zambia. Other organizations have sort to motivate their work force as a way of enhancing their performance towards goal achievement of organizational goals. This study‘s main objectives pertained to establishing the moderating role of performance appraisal as a motivation tool as well as potential challenges. The specific aspects of performance appraisal systems (PAS) that help improve motivation include the linking of performance to rewards; using the PAS to help set objectives and benchmarks; as well as the use of PA to help identify employee‘s strength and weaknesses.Item Organic Liquid Detegent Formulation and its Biodegradability Potential – An Evaluation(Journal of Fundamental & Comparative Research, 2022) Ramasamy, SakthivelHuge quantities of water are wasted due to poor management of the water system by humans. Water is used in two different ways, consumptive use and non-consumptive use. Depletion of energy reserves, ecosystem health, water security and other sustainability challenges are undermined behind wasting the water. Hence there is a threat to the freshwater resources all over the world in both developed and developing countries. It is also recorded that numerous strategies have been adopted to reduce, recycle and reuse the freshwater so as a conserved sustainable utility (Stanley et al., 2012). It is also recorded that an estimated 1 billion lack access to drinking water and 2.7 billion people lack access to sanitation (Varosmarthyet al., 2011). Both in developed and developing countries overlapping challenges are felt with reference to the freshwater management biodiversity (WHO 2008). The study involving the formulation of an organic liquid detergent was carried out in accordance with the standard protocol. Realising the need for effective conservation, the paper aims at encouraging people to adopt a cost-effective product that will be eco-friendly and inert the water conservation for future and present generations.