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Cold Plasma Treatment in Food Processing
(CRC Press, 2026) Tripti Singh, Zaryab Shafi, Umme Habiba, Vinay Kumar Pandey, Rahul Singh
Cold plasma (CP) treatment has surfaced as a notable development as an innovative technology within the food-processing sector, providing a novel approach to augment the safety, quality, and shelf stability of food commodities. The application of non-thermal CP technology offers an alternative to conventional methodologies, mitigating issues associated with thermal decomposition and chemical residues. The scope of this study encompasses a thorough investigation of the applications and implications of CP treatment in the food-processing industry. Various aspects, including microbial inactivation, preservation, and quality improvement, were examined. This methodology entails evaluating the influence of CP treatment on diverse categories of food commodities and exploring its potential as a sustainable and efficient processing tool. CP treatment demonstrated notable effectiveness in microbial inactivation, presenting a viable method for enhancing food safety. This technology shows versatility in its applications, from decontamination of surfaces to modification of food properties, contributing to extended shelf life and improved product quality. These results highlight the considerable influence of CP treatment as an emerging modality within the food-processing sector. The non-thermal nature of this technology, coupled with its efficacy in microbial control and quality improvement, makes it a promising tool for food processing. As CP treatment continues to evolve, its integration into existing processing lines could contribute to enhanced food safety, reduced reliance on chemical interventions, and increased sustainability in the food sector. This chapter comprises a critical study of the applications and explores the mechanisms of CP in the food manufacturing sector.
Dynamism in Criminal Justice System: A way Forward
(Book Rivers, 2023) Abhishek Kumar Singh, Shipra Mishra, Akshaya Kishor Srivastava
Stress-Responsive Mechanisms in Cyanobacteria: Implications for Bioremediation and Crop Enhancement
(Book Rivers, 2026) Pratibha, Alvina Farooqui
Cyanobacteria, a group of oxygenic photosynthetic prokaryotes, have emerged as pivotal organisms in ecological sustainability due to their remarkable resilience under environmental stress. Found across diverse habitats, they possess the ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen and synthesize protective extracellular polymeric substances (EPS) in response to abiotic and biotic challenges. This chapter explores the structural classification, stress response mechanisms, and biotechnological roles of cyanobacteria. Special attention is given to their applications in agriculture, including biofertilization, soil enrichment, and crop protection, as well as their role in bioremediation by sequestering toxic metals. The chapter also emphasizes how cyanobacteria's molecular and biochemical strategies, such as ROS signaling, EPS production, and stress protein expression, position them as key contributors to sustainable agriculture and environmental management.
Behavioural Biases of Gen Z and Millennial Investors: A Review of Risk Perceptions and Decision-Making in Financial Markets
(Shodh Sandarsh, 2025) Mohd Faiz Khan, Shujauddin Khan
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the behavioural biases influencing Generation Z and Millennial investors, emphasizing their distinct risk perceptions and financial decisions in contemporary markets. In contrast to traditional investors, these generations exhibit significant digital exposure, reliance on FinTech platforms, and heightened social influence, which amplify cognitive and emotional biases. The paper highlights key biases such as overconfidence, herding, loss aversion, anchoring, confirmation bias, disposition effect, and mental accounting, examining their impact on portfolio decisions, trading frequency, and long-term investing success. The influence of social media, gamification in investment applications, and peer-based financial communities on altering risk perceptions is particularly noteworthy. Evidence suggests that while younger investors exhibit a greater propensity for adopting novel financial products and demonstrate higher risk tolerance, they remain significantly susceptible to behavioural biases that may distort rational decision-making. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on behavioural finance by synthesizing evidence regarding investment psychology across generations and offers implications for policymakers, educators, and financial institutions to formulate targeted interventions that foster informed and resilient investing behaviours among future generations.
Essential Oils from Cymbopogon Flexuosus: Biosynthesis, Extraction, Phytochemistry, Applications, And Cultivation
(Book Rivers, 2026) Nargis Aftab, Ahamad Faiz Khan
Cymbopogon flexuosus, commonly known as lemongrass, is an aromatic plant widely appreciated for its diverse therapeutic, culinary, and industrial applications. Belonging to the Poaceae family, this herb is a rich source of essential oils (EOs), primarily citral, which is extensively used in perfumery, pharmaceuticals, and the flavor industry. Historically used in traditional medicine, lemongrass exhibits a broad spectrum of bioactivities including antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and insect-repellent properties. Its cultivation spans tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, with India being a major producer and exporter. Recent research emphasizes the potential of its EOs as a natural alternative to synthetic additives in both human and animal health. This chapter highlights the biosynthesis, extraction and impact of plant growth retardants on the production of essential oil. It also explores the taxonomy, morphology, phytochemical composition, cultivation practices, pharmacological relevance, and global economic importance of C. flexuosus, advocating its role in sustainable agriculture and natural product development.