Symbiosis International University

Perceptions of medical students on the utility of Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) tools for community learning and communication skill development in a rural health setting

Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) is a field-based approach used to gather data or gain insights into the conditions and realities of rural communities. The methods and tools employed in PRA are chosen based on the specific type of data needed. It is a systematic yet adaptable...

A Unified Hybrid Framework for Full-Reference and No-Reference Quality Assessment

Practical deployment of Image Quality Assessment (IQA) systems increasingly demands models that handle both full-reference (FR) and no-reference (NR) scenarios within a single deployable architecture, without compromising accuracy in either mode. Existing frameworks such as DisQU...

Deep reinforcement learning-based adaptive FOPID tuning for power system stability enhancement: A twin delayed deep deterministic policy gradient approach

Abstract This paper proposes a Twin Delayed Deep Deterministic Policy Gradient (TD3)-based adaptive fractional-order proportional-integral-derivative (FOPID) controller for joint load-frequency and voltage regulation in a renewable-rich power system. The proposed controller adapt...

Segmentation-free hybrid CNN–transformer CAD framework with handcrafted feature fusion for explainable Leukaemia diagnosis

Diagnosing leukaemia from microscopic blood smear images is nevertheless challenging for traditional Computer-Aided Diagnosis (CAD) systems. Many current methods depend on segmentation and basic feature representations. This makes it hard to tell apart morphologically similar sub...

The impact of authenticity and transparency of eco-labeling in cosmetic product purchase decision

The research examines relationship between the perceived green authenticity and eco-label transparency of cosmetic products, and whether the green trust mediates these connections based on the principles of Signaling Theory and Commitment-Trust Theory. The data has been collected...

Quantum Rigidity of Cayley Graphs: An Algebraic Approach via Schur Ring

A Cayley graph Γ=Cay(G,S) is a graphical regular representation (GRR) of G if Aut(Γ)=G acts regularly. We call Γ a quantum rigid if its quantum automorphism group also satisfies QAut(Γ)=G. We prove that a Cayley graph whose coherent (two-dimensional Weisfeiler–Leman) closure is t...

A Comprehensive Review on CAN Protocol Security: Current Trends and Future Directions

ABSTRACT The controller area network (CAN) is a core component of the communication systems in industrial, vehicle and embedded applications, which connects the electronic components and allows them to communicate between several electronic control units (ECU). However, the absen...

Optimized AI‐Driven Intelligent Transportation Systems for Secure Communication and Traffic Management in Post‐5G Networks

ABSTRACT After 5G vehicular networks, an intelligent transportation system with an AI‐based framework encompasses the real‐time traffic management, security, and quality of service for safer communication. This paper proposes a new comprehensive framework for improving vehicular...

Green technological development and energy transition for climate sustainability in India

This study examines the asymmetric effects of innovation, renewable energy, and technological know-how on greenhouse gas emissions in India over the period 1990–2018. Using annual data from the World Development Indicators, the study employs the nonlinear autoregressive distribut...

A PCA-based deep feature optimization framework for explainable orange fruit disease classification

Accurate classification of orange fruit diseases is important for precision agriculture and yield protection. This study develops and rigorously benchmarks a hybrid deep-feature framework for classifying Black Spot, Canker, Fresh, and Greening oranges (1,090 images), combining de...

Numerical analysis and Investigation of the compatibility of kesterite hole transport layers with MASnI3 perovskite solar cells

This study focuses on the design, performance optimization, and comparative analysis of MASnI 3 -based solar cells with various quaternary kesterite hole transport layers (HTLs). The influence of key parameters, such as absorber thickness, acceptor concentration, defect density,...

Gold and silver nanoparticles for safe and effective biomedical applications

Metallic gold and silver nanoparticles have been extensively studied as nanoscale technologies for targeted gene and drug delivery agents. This narrative review incorporates the latest advances in the therapeutic and diagnostic potential of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) and silver n...

Evaluation of laparoscopic surgery and medical management in ectopic pregnancy: experience from a tertiary healthcare center

Ectopic pregnancy is a major gynecological emergency and an important cause of maternal morbidity during the first trimester of pregnancy. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential to reduce complications and preserve fertility. Laparoscopic surgery and methotrexate...

An adaptive multi-objective differential evolution algorithm to fine-tune the constructive cost model constants for software effort estimation

Abstract The primary goals of software effort and cost estimation are to determine project cost, shorten development time, and provide a reliable prediction. This issue is also classified as a multi-objective optimization problem. A new adaptation-based multi-objective differenti...

Artificial intelligence driven digital twin for dynamic reconfigurable intelligent surface control in terahertz internet of things mesh networks

Terahertz communication is a key enabler for the sixth-generation wireless networks, offering ultra-high data rates and massive connectivity for the Internet of Things applications. However, its practical deployment is very limited due to severe propagation losses, molecular abso...

Bridging the gap: feasibility and mixed-methods refinement of a comprehensive school health promotion instrument in India

School based health promotion programs have become a popular means to enhance the health and well being of adolescents. The evaluation effectiveness of these programs greatly depends on the clarity, reliability, and contextual appropriateness of the instruments utilized. It is tr...

Enhancing security in IoT consumer electronics through hybrid encryption and blockchain technology

Ensuring the safety of internet-connected Consumer Electronics has become a top priority in home automation industry due to the growing number of devices connected to the Internet and Consumer Electronics market. There are loopholes in wireless security that allow bad actors to a...

Leakage-aware hybrid tabular deep learning with target-provenance auditing for calorie-expenditure prediction and constrained exercise food recommendation

Abstract Personalised exercise planning depends on calorie expenditure estimates derived from valid predictors. Published tabular recommenders rarely scrutinise the provenance of their outcome variable. We propose a leakage-aware, audit-first framework that combines hybrid tabula...

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...

Machine learning-based pre-print build adhesion prediction in FDM using STL geometric features

Build adhesion failure is one of the major causes of defects and print loss in fused deposition modelling (FDM). This study proposes an automated framework to extract layer-wise geometric features from STL models and predict build adhesion requirements before printing begins. A P...