Pondicherry University

Geopolitics of the Indo-Pacific Security: Navigating the Contours of Power, Contestations and Cooperation

The geopolitics of Indo-Pacific have gained considerable traction in recent years, with the rise of competition between the US and China to shape the course of the 21st century. The regional players adopt diverse approaches to the region based on their strategic interests amid US...

Diastereo- and Regioselective Assembly of Furan-Fused Piperidine Frameworks via Rhodium-Catalyzed Intramolecular Carbonyl Ylide Cycloaddition

Abstract A new synthetic strategy for the diastereo- and regioselective construction of furano-fused piperidine and piperidinone scaffolds is described. The method proceeds via a rhodium-catalyzed intramolecular carbonyl ylide cycloaddition between readily accessible N-allylated...

Colonial legacies and branded identities: labour market exclusion among India’s Denotified Tribes

After the 1857 rebellion against colonial rule, the British Colonial government enacted Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 to control some sections of Indian society. The Act notified the nomadic, semi-nomadic, and tribes as hereditary criminals. This CT Act was later repealed in 1952,...

A novel physics-guided graph transformer (PHY-GT) for multimodal brain tumor classification

Abstract Background Accurate classification of brain tumors from magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is critical for effective clinical diagnosis and treatment planning. Although deep learning models such as convolutional neural networks and vision transformers have demonstrated str...

Rapid and Enhanced Adsorptive Removal of Malachite Green Dye by Chemically Synthesized Magnesium Hydroxide Nanomaterials

Abstract The design of resilient and sustainable adsorbents for effective wastewater management has become a key priority in recent times. Herein, we report the preparation of Mg(OH)2 nanostructures by co-precipitation and hydrothermal methods for the evaluation of their adsorpti...

Core-self evaluation as a buffer against workplace bullying induced turnover intention of the IT professionals

Purpose The purpose of this study is to examine how different dimensions of workplace bullying (physical intimidation bullying, person-related bullying and work-related bullying) affect turnover intentions of the employees and moreover, the role of core self-evaluation (CSE) in t...

Isoindole-Based Multicomponent Synthesis of Pyrimido[6,1,2- cd ]pyrrolizine Fluorophores with Unsymmetrical Urea Handles: Photophysical, Theoretical, and Antifungal Imaging Studies

Abstract A diversity-oriented, one-pot synthetic strategy was successfully employed to generate a library of pyrimido[6,1,2-cd]pyrrolizine (PP)-based fluorophores incorporating unsymmetrical urea functionality, which function as versatile fluorescent probes and pharmacophores. Th...

Nexus between ESG disclosures and asset pricing efficiency in BRICS markets

This study investigates whether the Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) factor serves as a priced risk factor in explaining the portfolio returns of asset pricing models across the BRICS markets. Utilizing a characteristic-based portfolio construction approach, the study in...

A new species of the genus Gekko Laurenti, 1768 (Squamata: Gekkonidae) from the Nicobar Archipelago, with an overview of congeners from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands

This dataset contains the digitized treatments in Plazi based on the original journal article Chandramouli, S. R., Gokulakrishnan, G., Sivaperuman, C., Grismer, L. Lee (2021): A new species of the genus Gekko Laurenti, 1768 (Squamata: Gekkonidae) from the Nicobar Archipelago, wit...

Work and Leisure Oriented Time Use Pattern among Male, Female and Third Gender

One of the long-standing social issues extending to everyday activity is gender-based inequality. An appropriate method to study gender inequality would be to observe how different genders spend their time on various activities. The core purpose of the study is to check whether t...

Bimetallic Silver-Copper Micro Flower Nanozyme-Based Colorimetric Sensor Assisted by Artificial Neural Network for Point-of-Care Uric Acid Detection

Abstract The current investigation aims to offer a ready-to-use biosensor with the aid of an artificial neural network (ANN)-powered point-of-care solution model for the detection of uric acid (UA). This mechanism is based on the enzyme-like activity of a bimetallic silver–copper...

SACNN: a spatial attentive 2D CNN for improved accuracy and interpretability in ECG image classification

Abstract Deep Learning models have shown strong performance in ECG analysis. However, many existing models operate as black-box systems or depend on post-hoc explainable techniques, limiting transparency. Moreover, attention-based mechanisms have focused on 1D ECG signals with li...

The Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Interventions in Enhancing Psychological Well-Being in Athletes: A Scoping Review of Randomised Controlled Trials

Background/Objectives: Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have gained increasing attention in sport psychology due to their potential to enhance psychological well-being and performance-related outcomes among athletes. Despite various systematic reviews and meta-analyses exam...

A Computational Outlook on Ascertaining the Reactivity of Transition Metal-Based Olefin Metathesis Catalysts

Abstract Density functional theory (DFT) calculations were performed to evaluate the relative efficiencies of Nb-, Mo-, and W-based Schrock-type alkylidene complexes (1–11) in olefin metathesis. The study reveals that catalytic efficiency is strongly governed by the electrostatic...

Performance, Biomechanical Demands, Injury Burden, and Health Surveillance in Wheelchair Court Sports and Selected Para Sport Cohorts: A Systematic Review

Background: Research examining performance, biomechanics, workload, injury, and health in Para sport is heterogeneous and is particularly focused on wheelchair-based sports. This systematic review synthesized quantitative evidence focused predominantly on wheelchair basketball, w...

Smarter Chatbots, Strong Adoption: Analyzing the Key Drivers of Adoption Intention in Indian Higher Education

Chatbots powered by artificial intelligence are becoming a part of higher education, supplementing teaching and learning as well as student services. Nevertheless, there is only limited evidence regarding the factors influencing students’ intention to use these technologies in th...

Development of a Prosopis Juliflora -derived biochar composite for energy storage applications

Phase change materials (PCMs) have great potential for thermal energy storage; however, their practical use is often limited by low thermal conductivity and the risk of leakage during phase transitions. This study aimed to develop a low-cost, form-stable composite PCM utilising b...

Digital Paradox Navigation: A Second‐Order Cybernetic Framework for Organisational Reflexivity in Digital Transformation

ABSTRACT This study develops and empirically examines the Digital Paradox Navigation (DPN) framework, which integrates second‐order cybernetics with digital transformation theory to explain how organisations manage paradoxical tensions through reflexive self‐observation. Using a...

Digitalization to Intelligent Insurance: A Longitudinal Study of AI Transformation on Private General Insurance in India

The insurance industry is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance operational efficiency, customer experience, and decision-making capabilities. While existing studies have predominantly focused on AI adoption determinants and specific application areas, l...

Cybersecurity Challenges in Indian Fintech Start-Ups: A Regulatory Lens

The rapid growth of fintech start-ups in India has transformed the financial services landscape by accelerating innovation in payments, digital lending, wealth management, and insurance while promoting financial inclusion. However, this digital expansion has simultaneously expose...