Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Zahir Uddin Ahmed, Omar Hasan, Muhammad Mizanur Rahman, Morgina Akter, Md Shajjadur Rahman, Subrata Sarker
Summary: This study examines the current status of seaweed farming in the southeast coastal region of Bangladesh and found that farmers are using long-line and horizontal net methods, which are economically profitable. However, there is a lack of proper value chain for seaweed marketing, and existing farmers face problems related to insufficient credits and guidelines.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Kalaiselvan Keerthika, Pandurengan Padmavathy, Velu Rani, Robinson Jeyashakila, Samraj Aanand, Ranjeet Kutty, Ulaganathan Arisekar, Rajarajan Tamilselvan, Palaniappan Subash
Summary: Microplastics were found to contaminate the marine environment and pose a greater risk to marine organisms. The study observed the presence of microplastics, mainly in fiber shape and blue color, in the guts of 12 different species. The abundance of microplastics was higher in benthic species than pelagic species, and it was influenced by the feeding habits of the organisms. Additionally, biomagnification of microplastics was observed, indicating the transfer of microplastics up the food chain.
ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND ASSESSMENT
(2023)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
V Rani, S. Bijoy Nandan, Patrick T. Schwing
Summary: This study investigated the carbon sequestration potential through sediment burial in three mangrove habitats in Cochin, India. The results showed varying burial rates at different sites, with biological factors such as mangrove biomass, litterfall, and crab density playing a major role in controlling carbon burial rates. Understanding these factors helps in regional climate mitigation efforts and global attempts to increase carbon sequestration potential in tropical mangrove systems.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Babita Choudhary, O. P. Chauhan, Avinash Mishra
Summary: Seaweeds are recognized as potential functional foods due to their content of bioactive compounds that can decrease disease risks. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and polysaccharides, acting as fiber and prebiotics for gut health. Limited technology for processing seaweeds hinders growth in the functional foods sector, but their consumption may boost immunity against diseases like COVID-19.
FRONTIERS IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Yeonjung Lim, Seung-Jo Yang, Ilnam Kang, Jang-Cheon Cho
Summary: This article presents a monthly time-series metagenomic dataset of the microbial communities in the East Sea, which can facilitate investigations into the marine microbial ecosystems in this region. The study reveals that the East Sea exhibits different biogeochemical features under seasonal fluctuations.
Article
Fisheries
Kannan Shalu, Neelesh Dahanukar, Rajeev Raghavan, Kutty Ranjeet
Summary: Seahorses are a charismatic and high conservation concern group of fishes, whose population dynamics and conservation needs are poorly studied. This study from the south-east coast of India found differences in population dynamics and growth characteristics of two threatened seahorse species, Hippocampus kuda and H. trimaculatus, highlighting their extreme vulnerability to fishing pressure even as 'by-catch'.
MARINE AND FRESHWATER RESEARCH
(2022)
Review
Food Science & Technology
Ravi S. Baghel, Babita Choudhary, Sonika Pandey, Pradeep Kumar Pathak, Manish Kumar Patel, Avinash Mishra
Summary: Seaweeds have been a staple in the cuisine of some Southeast Asian nations since prehistoric times. In recent years, they have gained popularity globally due to their superior nutritional value and medicinal properties. This review provides comprehensive information on the primary and secondary metabolites of seaweeds, as well as various bioactive compounds, and highlights their potential in nutraceutical development.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
K. Dhineka, M. Sambandam, S. K. Sivadas, T. Kaviarasan, Umakanta Pradhan, Mehmuna Begum, Pravakar Mishra, M. V. Ramana Murthy
Summary: The study investigated the abundance, characterization, and seasonal distribution of microplastics (MPs) in nearshore sediments along the southeast coast of India, finding that MPs accumulate at higher levels during heavy rainfall, especially near river inlets. Filament was the dominant morphotype, with polyethylene and polypropylene as major polymers. Proper management of land-based plastic waste can reduce MPs contamination in the marine environment.
FRONTIERS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Ecology
K. Ajayan, P. Shamna, D. S. Haritha, C. C. Harilal
Summary: The study analyzed the fatty acid contents, metals, and other elemental composition of 25 seaweed species from three different locations in Kerala. Variations in lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and dominant fatty acids were observed among the species. The lower concentrations of toxic metals suggest the safety of seaweed for consumption. The results of principal component analysis and hierarchical cluster analysis demonstrated the distribution of species and their composition, indicating the potential value of seaweeds in various industries.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
J. Shaji
Summary: The study on Coastal Social Vulnerability Index (CSoVI) in Thiruvananthapuram found that 25% of the coastline is highly socially vulnerable, 55% is moderately socially vulnerable, and 20% is low in social vulnerability.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF DISASTER RISK REDUCTION
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Murugan Sambandam, Kuppuswamy Dhineka, Sanitha K. Sivadas, Thanamegam Kaviarasan, Mehmuna Begum, Danja Hoehn, David Sivyer, Pravakar Mishra, M. V. Ramana Murthy
Summary: This study investigated the abundance, distribution, and characteristics of microplastics in surface water and sediment from the shelf region of the central east coast of India. Polyolefins were found to be the dominant polymers, blue was the main color, fibers and fragments were the main morphotypes, and small microplastics dominated in the offshore region. The primary sources of microplastics were likely riverine fluxes and fishing-based activities.
Article
Engineering, Marine
Seung Wook Jung, Hyun Soo Rho, Chang Geun Choi
Summary: This study conducted a community investigation on the characteristics of seaweed communities and the current status of barren ground in natural seaweed beds in Korea. The study found that the seaweed community varied significantly depending on the sea area and barren ground, with a more severe decrease in the eastern coast compared to the southern coast. Suitable countermeasures corresponding to the characteristics of each sea area are necessary.
JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
D. Satish Kumar, Manasa Ranjan Behera, Saikrishna Nadella, A. Vinod Kumar
Summary: This study estimates the probable maximum tropical cyclone parameters that would result in the maximum storm surge along the Indian coasts. It uses extreme value analysis and probability distributions to determine the best fitting parameters for the storm surge models. The resulting parameters are important inputs for determining the design basis flood level at coastal sites.
Article
Ecology
Vengateshwaran Thasu Dinakaran, Muthukumar Chandrasekaran, Vignesh Sivanandham, Santhosh Gokul Murugaiah, Henciya Santhaseelan, Muthukumar Krishnan, Ramu Karri, Ramanamurthy Mallavarapu Venkata, Arthur James Rathinam
Summary: This study analyzed the trend of physicochemical and microbiological parameters in three interrelated zones during the southwest and northeast monsoons in Nagapattinam district and its surroundings. The influence and pattern of pollution at beachgoer/pilgrim/fishing ports were examined in various coastal sites. The results showed that the coastal water body was significantly influenced by freshwater input during the northeast monsoon. Different parameters exhibited varying trends between the two monsoons. The study also determined the bacterial load and pollution indicators in different coastal regions and highlighted their correlations with other parameters.
REGIONAL STUDIES IN MARINE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sandip Pal, Vinod Kumar Yadav, Arpita Sharma, P. S. Ananthan, Neha W. Qureshi, Suman Dey, Prasanta Jana, Sutanu Karmakar, S. N. Ojha
Summary: The present study focuses on assessing and generating multi-hazard vulnerability maps of the coastal zone in South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal. The findings reveal that the area is facing severe erosion and a significant portion is categorized as highly vulnerable. These vulnerability maps can provide crucial area-specific information for quick evacuation and management strategy during disasters.
JOURNAL OF THE INDIAN SOCIETY OF REMOTE SENSING
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Pachiappan Perumal, Rajamani Sowmiya, Sundaram Prasanna Kumar, Sundaram Ravikumar, Paramasivam Deepak, Govindasamy Balasubramani
NATURAL PRODUCT RESEARCH
(2018)
Article
Andrology
S. Prakash, S. Ravikumar, K. V. R. Reddy, E. Kannapiran
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Pandi Boomi, Halliah Gurumallesh Prabu, Paramasivam Manisankar, Sundaram Ravikumar
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2014)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Pandi Boomi, Gurumallesh Prabu Poorani, Subramaniyan Palanisamy, Samayanan Selvam, Ganesan Ramanathan, Sundaram Ravikumar, Hamed Barabadi, Halliah Gurumallesh Prabu, Jeyaraman Jeyakanthan, Muthupandian Saravanan
JOURNAL OF CLUSTER SCIENCE
(2019)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
P. Boomi, R. M. Ganesan, G. Poorani, H. Gurumallesh Prabu, S. Ravikumar, J. Jeyakanthan
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING C-MATERIALS FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS
(2019)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Sankar Muthumanickam, Thangamariyappan Indhumathi, Pandi Boomi, Ramachandran Balajee, Jeyaraman Jeyakanthan, Krishnan Anand, Sundaram Ravikumar, Ponnuchamy Kumar, Arumugam Sudha, Zhihui Jiang
Summary: Prostate cancer is a major problem in men, and the existing chemotherapy drugs are not effective. Natural compounds like naringin, found in citrus fruits, may have potential as alternative therapeutic agents for prostate cancer.
JOURNAL OF BIOMOLECULAR STRUCTURE & DYNAMICS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
A. Mathivanan, S. Ravikumar, G. Selvakumar, K. Devanandh
Article
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Karuppusamy Shanmugapriya, Subramanian Palanisamy, Pandi Boomi, Rathinasamy Subaskumar, Sundaram Ravikumar, Thangavelu Thayumanavan
Summary: This study successfully synthesized silver nanoparticles using Indian Gnaphalium polycaulon plant extract, demonstrating excellent antimicrobial activity, especially against Gram-positive, Gram-negative bacteria, and fungal pathogens. Additionally, the nanoparticles showed significant efficacy in promoting wound healing.
JOURNAL OF DRUG DELIVERY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
A. Mathivanan, S. Ravikumar, G. Selvakumar
BIOCATALYSIS AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Murugesan Gnanadesigan, Sundaram Ravikumar, Muthusamy Anand
JOURNAL OF TAIBAH UNIVERSITY FOR SCIENCE
(2017)
Article
Oceanography
Ramasamy Gokulakrishnan, Sundaram Ravikumar
INDIAN JOURNAL OF GEO-MARINE SCIENCES
(2017)
Article
Oceanography
Ramasamy Gokulakrishnan, Sundaram Ravikumar
INDIAN JOURNAL OF GEO-MARINE SCIENCES
(2016)
Article
Materials Science, Biomaterials
M. Anand, M. Maruthupandy, S. Prasanna Kumar, S. Ravikumar, N. Jeyaraj, R. Kumaran
JOURNAL OF CHITIN AND CHITOSAN SCIENCE
(2016)
Article
Engineering, Multidisciplinary
S. Ravikumar, G. Uma, R. Gokulakrishnan
JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC & INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH
(2016)
Article
Infectious Diseases
M. Syed Ali, S. Ravikumar, J. Margaret Beula, V. Anuradha, N. Yogananth
JOURNAL OF VECTOR BORNE DISEASES
(2014)