IOSR-JESTFT   Volume-20 ~ Issue-3 ~ March 2026

Abstract: This study examines knowledge as a form of moderation practice, thereby helping to limit the over-exploitation of resources. Based on the Buddhist concept of santuṭṭhi (contentment), the article analyzes the role of knowledge in fostering psychological stability and at the same time forming a sense of awareness towards the environment. On the basis of a simple and adequate lifestyle, the article gives some examples of sustainable ways of living rooted in the spirit of knowledge. Thereby, the study shows that knowledge can be seen as a practical ethical foundation towards ecological harmony in the current social context.

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Abstract: Summary This study analyzes the evolution of the main climatic and water parameters in the city of Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of Congo) over the period 1980—2024. The approach adopted is based on the temporal and spatial analysis of climate and environmental data, including air temperature, precipitation, soil temperature, surface....

Keywords : climate change, air temperature, precipitation, surface runoff, and groundwater

[1]. Arnfield, A.J. (2003). Two Decades Of Urban Climate Research: A Review Of Turbulence, Exchanges Of Energy And Water, And The Urban Heat Island. International Journal Of Climatology, 23 (1), 1—26.
[2]. Cedrick, J. (2021). Urbanization And Groundwater Vulnerability In Central Africa. Hydrogeology Journal, 29, 345—359.
[3]. Cedrick, Mr. M. (2021). Modeling Groundwater Flow Under Chaotic Urbanization Constraints In Kinshasa Capital Region (DR Congo). Physics And Chemistry Of The Earth, 124, 102985.
[4]. Mfumu Kihumba, A., Vanclooster, M., & Ndembo Longo, J. (2017). Assessing Groundwater Vulnerability In The Kinshasa Region Using A Calibrated DRASTIC Model. Journal Of African Earth Sciences, 126, 13—22.
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Abstract: India's indigenous water conservation techniques, developed over millennia, have sustained communities in diverse arid, semi-arid, and hilly regions by harnessing rainwater through context- specific methods reflects millennia of adaptive ingenuity tailored to the country's varied geological landscapes, from the Thar Desert's sandy dunes to the Eastern Ghats' rocky plateaus and the Northeast's steep slopes. Historically rooted in ancient civilizations like.....

[1]. Aklan, M., De Fraiture, C., & Hayde, L. G. (2022). Why Indigenous Water Systems Are Declining And How To Revive Them: A Rough Set Analysis. Journal Of Arid Environments. Https://Doi.Org/10.1016/J.Jaridenv.2022.104765
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Abstract: Manicures have a rich cultural history dating back thousands of years. Gilded nails and henna-stained fingertips were discovered on Egyptian mummies going back to 5,000 BC. At the same period, ladies in ancient India used henna to tint their nails, and Babylonian men used kohl. Archaeologists even discovered a solid gold manicure set in southern Babylonia going back to 3,200 BC, which appeared to be part of military equipment, giving the word "war paint" a literal and historical meaning. Manicures have grown from their early origins as emblems of status, artistry, and even military readiness to a multibillion-dollar global industry, with nail salons employing millions of.....

[1]. Common Chemicals Found In Beauty Salons & Their Possible Dangers | VODEX Ltd. (2019, October 2). Vodex Ltd. Retrieved February 9, 2026, From Https://Www.Vodex.Co.Uk/Blog/Common-Chemicals-Found-In-Beauty-Salons-Their-Possible-Dangers/[2].
Grace X Ma, Zhengyu We, Rosy Husn, Phuong Do, Kathy Zhou, Joanne Rhee, Yin Ta, Khursheed Navder, & Ming-Chin Yeh. (2019, July 11). Characterizing Occupational Health Risks And Chemical Exposures Among Asian Nail Salon Workers On The East Coast Of The United States, 44, 1168-1179. Doi: 10.1007/S10900-019-00702-0
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Abstract: The study of microalgae has become an important source of raw materials for primary and secondary metabolites. These microalgae are found in freshwater, marine water resources and even in wastewater. These microalgae play an important role in food industries and in medical field where, microalgae like Spirulina and Chlorella, an unicellular green microalga, is considered as functional food due to its rich bioactive compounds like polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), polysaccharides, photosynthetic pigments, and phenolic compounds. These compounds....

Keywords: Microalgae, Spirulina, Chlorella, polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), antioxidant, anti-inflammatory

[1]. Abdel-Aziem, S. H., Abd El-Kader, H. A., Ibrahim, F. M., & Sharaf, H. A. Evaluation Of The Alleviative Role Of Chlorella Vulgaris And Spirulina Platensis Extract Against Ovarian Dysfunctions Induced By Monosodium Glutamate In Mice. Journal Of Genetic Engineering And Biotechnology, 16(2), 2018, 653-660.
[2]. Ali, R. F., El-Anany, A., Almujaydil, M. S., Algheshairy, R. M., Alhomaid, R. M., & Alharbi, H. F. Nutritional Characteristics And Sensory Aspects Of Pan Bread Fortified With Different Quantities Of Chlorella Vulgaris Powder. Food Chemistry Advances, 6, 2025, 100940.
[3]. Ampofo, J., & Abbey, L. Microalgae: Bioactive Composition, Health Benefits, Safety And Prospects As Potential High-Value Ingredients For The Functional Food Industry. Foods, 11(12), 2022, 1744.
[4]. Arsiya, F., Sayadi, M. H., & Sobhani, S. Green Synthesis Of Palladium Nanoparticles Using Chlorella Vulgaris. Materials Letters, 186, 2017, 113-115.
[5]. Barghchi, H., Dehnavi, Z., Nattagh-Eshtivani, E., Alwaily, E. R., Almulla, A. F., Kareem, A. K., ... & Pahlavani, N. The Effects Of Chlorella Vulgaris On Cardiovascular Risk Factors: A Comprehensive Review On Putative Molecular Mechanisms. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 162, 2023, 114624

Abstract: Present study aimed to identify the role of seasonal changes in physico-chemical parameters and its impact on fish diversity of Parasdoh dam in three seasons viz., Rainy, winter and summer of three consecutive sessions from July, 2021 to June, 2024. The water quality parameters, depth, water temperature, total ammonium nitrogen, and soluble reactive phosphorus were higher in summer season (152.0±2.4 cm, 30.2±0.9°C, 0.88±0.14 mg/L and 0.036±0.002 mg/L, respectively) whereas dissolved oxygen, total dissolved solids and electrical conductivity in winter season..

Keywords: Ichthyofauna, Diversity, Dynamics, Freshwater ecosystem.

[1]. Adhikari, P. L., Shrestha, S., Bam, W., Xie, L., & Perschbacher, P. (2017). Evaluation Of Spatial Temporal Variations Of Water Quality And Plankton Assemblages And Its Relationship To Water Use In Kulekhani Multipurpose Reservoir, Nepal. Journal Of Environmental Protection, 8(11), 12-70.
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Abstract: The current study was carried out to develop an optimized recipe-based ready-to-heat breaded product from sword tip squid (Uroteuthis duvaucelii) and to evaluate the nutritional quality as well as shelf-life of the developed product under frozen storage. Value-added, ready-to-heat seafood has become more popular globally in recent years due to its ease of processing and consumption. The study was carried out during the period from July 2024 to June 2025. The proximate composition and major minerals were examined. Total volatile basic nitrogen (TVBN), non-..

Keywords: Proximate composition, Mineral content, Squid ring, Sensory evaluation, Shelf life

[1] Ahamed ME, Anjaneyulu ASR, Sathu T, Et Al. Effect Of Enboring On The Quality And Shelf Life Of Buffalo Meat Cutlets Under Frozen Storage. Journal Of Muscle Foods. 2007;18:19–34. Https://Doi.Org/10.1111/J.1745-4573.2006.00063.X
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Abstract: Karst topography is a unique topography created mainly by the dissolution of soluble materials including limestone dolomite, and gypsum, The hydrochemical processes that aid in the development and evolution of karst systems are examined in this study. Key physicochemical parameters, such as pH, electrical conductivity, total dissolved solids, and main ion concentrations (Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, HCO₃⁻, and SO₄²⁻), were determined by analyzing.....

Keywords: Karstification, Hydrochemistry, Ground Water Quality, Water Portability, piper diagram

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Abstract: Urban lakes and ponds function as ecological hubs that support both migratory and resident avifauna. Although the biological and climatic factors shaping bird distribution are well documented, geological determinants of avian biodiversity remain comparatively underexplored. This study examines how lithology and hydro geochemistry influence avian biodiversity in Dalpat Sagar; a plateau lake located within the Bastar Craton of central India......

Keywords: Lithology, hydro-geochemistry, avian biodiversity, nutrient cycling

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