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Revitalizing Freshwater Ponds: Assessing Physical Structures, Water Quality Parameters and Sustainable Bio- Recharging Strategies Through Community Engagement

Athira M. — 2024-06-28

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to revitalize the freshwater ponds by assessing physical structures, water quality parameters and sustainable bio- recharging strategies through community engagement.

Research Design: The study employs a combination of exploratory and descriptive research approaches. Sampling was conducted among the individuals who are in direct access with the freshwater ponds.

Methodology: Data collection involved direct surveys using a structured questionnaire and the water samples were collected from the selected regions

Results: The results reveal that there are ponds that need immediate restoration and rejuvenation in order to sustainably take up the matter of a balanced ecosystem for the better survival and coexistence of individual species along with mankind by proper maintenance of the water body for a better tomorrow. The water quality analysis shows significant causes of deterioration due to ecological instability and overuse of the resources by improper management strategies which resulted in loss of biodiversity and habitat loss.

Originality of Research: This study records the revitalization of freshwater ponds by assessing physical structures, water quality parameters, and sustainable bio- recharging strategies through community engagement.

Keywords: Revitalization, Biodiversity, Bio- recharging, Water quality

The Socio-Economic and Ecological Impacts of Water Hyacinth Proliferation in water bodies: A Case from Greater Kochi area in South India

Vinod V Namitha — 2024-06-28

Purpose of this study is to critically analyze the socio-ecological impact of water hyacinth on the water bodies passing through 7 wards of the Thrippunithura Municipality in the Ernakulam district of the state of Kerala, India, by checking the quality of water and conducting surveys among the people.

Research Design The study employs a combination of exploratory and descriptive research approaches. Purposive sampling targets individuals directly impacted by water hyacinth proliferation.

Methodology Data collection involved direct surveys using a structured questionnaire and water samples from selected regions.

Results: reveal significant socio-economic ramifications of water hyacinth proliferation, particularly impacting fishing communities. Challenges include job losses, diminished access to fishing grounds, navigational hindrances, reduced catches, and fish scarcity. Ecologically, water quality parameters show notable disparities between heavily-infested and less-infested areas, highlighting the weed's impact on aquatic ecosystems. The phytoremediation potential of water hyacinth was also explored, revealing its ability to accumulate heavy metals such as chromium, cadmium, copper, zinc, lead, iron, and arsenic.

Originality of Research This study records the socio-ecological impact of water hyacinths on the communities and environment, particularly the water bodies, of the Greater Cochin area, Kerala, India.

Keywords: Water hyacinth, social and ecological effects, alternative uses, heavy metal

Determinants of successful virtual teams with special reference to the information technology sector in Sri Lanka

Vishmika Diwyanjalee Dewage — 2024-06-28

Purpose: Technological advancements, globalization, and crisis situations have compelled society to adopt a virtual platform. In light of this scenario, the purpose of this study was to ascertain the determinants that influence the success of virtual teams in the Sri Lankan context in order to enhance the benefits of the virtual platform.

Design and approach: Research study was based on quantitative approach and focused on the actual data that received from the respondents.

Methodology: This was a cross-sectional study involving employees in the Information Technology (IT) sector. The data collection technique used was a structured questionnaire combined with a simple random sampling technique. Correlation and simple linear regression analysis were used to analyze the data.

Findings: The research reveals that trust, leadership, and communication all have a significant positive impact on successful virtual teamwork independently, while also ensuring a positive relationship between the variables.

Originality of the research: The uniqueness of this study is demonstrating how those factors contribute to the conversion of traditional teams to modern teams, thereby increasing the likelihood of the final outcome in a fruitful manner.

Keywords: Virtual Teams, Globalization, Trust, Leadership, Communication

Marketing Metrics in private healthcare institution

Ines Škoko — 2024-06-28

Public health care institutions same as private health care institutions are present in almost every city in Croatia. Public health care institutions provide stability, security, and most of all they are traditionally among the people in Croatia. Private health care institutions are basically young and modern institutions with different and new management system. Main analyses and metrics which Policlinic Intermed uses in its business are SWOT analyses and BCG metrics. Through those methods and analyses this polyclinic can make right decisions in order to bring required marketing activities for this kind of business. A purpose of this research is to bring out strategies that are necessary for making marketing decisions and activities and clarify that private institutions are different then public ones and their need to be advertise and promote in order to survive on the market.

Key words: Marketing, private health care institution, public health care institution, Polyclinic Intermed,
SWOT analyze, BCG matrix.

Factors Influencing the Utilization of Cloud Optimization Tools Among DevOps Engineers

Rajitha Mawananehewa Jayasekera — 2024-06-28

Purpose:The purpose of this study is to investigate the reasons why DevOps engineers utilize cloud optimization technologies. The goal is to help decision-makers improve the utilization of cloud technology, ensure cost-effectiveness, and simplify management within the organization.

Design: Two hundred individuals were randomly selected from a pool of eight hundred DevOps experts for quantitative research. Ethical issues were given top priority throughout the study process.

Methodology: Rigorous regression and correlation studies were carried out with a 95% confidence level. The study delved into significant correlations between independent factors and the company's cloud optimisation.

Approach: The study focused on reducing maintenance costs, improving scalability, and efficient resource utilisation as major goals. Participants emphasised the significance of cost savings, scalability, and simpler management.

Findings: The research showed significant correlations between independent factors and the company's cloud optimisation.The findings suggest that firm decision-makers focus on reducing maintenance costs, improving scalability, and efficiently utilizing resources to help their DevOps teams successfully use cloud optimization technologies.

Originality:The study offers practical recommendations for organizational tactics that promote the efficient use of cloud technologies.It illuminates the unique preferences of DevOps engineers regarding cloud optimisation technologies.

Keywords: DevOps, Cloud Optimization Tools, Cloud Computing, Cloud Optimization Technologies