The book presents the proceedings of the International Conference on Innovation, Sustainability and Applied Sciences (ICISAS 2023), which took place in Dubai, UAE, on 09-11 December 2023. The conference is a unique opportunity to learn from leading researchers and professionals on how to collectively shape the future through innovation, sustainability, and scientific vigor. Topics include but are not limited to sustainable materials and manufacturing, renewable energy, cyber incident and security, information security risk management, and sustainable finance and investments, to name a few. The conference is meant to attract experts from diverse industries, including senior government leaders, policymakers, eminent scientists, academicians, researchers, technocrats, and students from various parts of the world. This multi-professional conference is dedicated to all applied specialized and interdisciplinary fields.
Part I. Sustainable Development. .
Chapter
1. DESIGN OF AN ANAEROBIC
BIOFILTER USING BIOCHAR FROM AGRICULTURAL WASTE AND ITS APPLICATION FOR SAFE
WATER DISCHARGE FROM FOOD INDUSTRIES IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES.
Chapter
2.
Fabrication of silver coated iron oxide nanoparticle infused hydrogel for
waste water treatment.
Chapter
3. Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes)
Natural Fibers: Distinctly Different Extraction Methods and Morphological
Properties .
Chapter
4. Revolutionizing Date Palm Harvesting: A Novel
Automated Tree Climber Robot for Agricultural Efficiency.
Chapter
5.
Identifying Human Factor Challenges in an Aircraft Component Maintenance
Organization.
Chapter
6. Experimental Study on Mechanical Properties of
Concrete with Shredded Plastic Wastes.
Chapter
7. Nurturing Fenugreek
Microgreens with Fruit Peel Probiotics: A Nutritional Breakthrough.
Chapter
8. Study of Transitional Flow through Pipe with an Orifice.
Chapter
9.
Energy and cost-saving Potential of radiant cooling system for a City in
Pakistan.
Chapter
10. Estimation of Performance Parameters of a Rotary
Humidifier.
Chapter
11. Investigation of Heat Exchanger Effectiveness Using
Solar Water Heater.
Chapter
12. Comparative Investigation of a Conventional
and a Floating Photovoltaic System.- Part II. Manufacturing Techniques. .-
Chapter
13. Tropical review on machining and machinability of nickel
titanium alloy using different source of energy.
Chapter
14. Statistical
Analysis of Mechanical Properties of FDM 3D Printed PLA-Based Composites.-
Chapter
15. The Effects of Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of AlSi14
Alloy Produced by Selective Laser Melting (SLM) Technique.
Chapter
16.
Comparative Analysis of phytochemical evaluation of seed and leaf of Moringa
oleifera nanoparticles .
Chapter
17. Performance evaluation of cellulose
acetate embedded with graphene oxide and titanium dioxide nanoparticles
membrane.
Chapter
18. GREEN SYNTHESIS OF COPPER NANOPARTICLES USING ANANAS
COMOSUS.
Chapter
19. Investigation of textured tools in the cutting of
distinct materials.- Part III. General Management, Finance, and Education. .-
Chapter
20. The Impact of Social Media Influencers on Consumer Purchase
Intention; The review of Parasocial Relationship and Xenocentrism.
Chapter
21. Advancing Sentiment Analysis of Social Media Data: Unveiling Public
Perception of Environmental Challenges in Malaysia .
Chapter
22. Management
players, diversity, and performance in Omani non-financial companies: A study
.
Chapter
23. How does happiness shape academic success? Unveiling the role
of academic self-efficacy and buoyancy in the journey to student
achievement.
Chapter
24. The Impact of Career Guidance for Career Readiness
with Secondary Students in the United Arab Emirates.
Chapter
25. Systematic
Review of the Use of Machine Learning in Higher Education.
Chapter
26. A
Review Analysis on Monitoring and Assessment for Effective Climate Risk
Management.
Chapter
27. Fostering Sustainability Education and Awareness: A
Framework for Empowering Communities.
Chapter
28. FINANCIAL FEASIBILITY
EVALUATION OF PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP (PPP) PROJECTS USING REAL OPTION
ANALYSIS- A CASE STUDY.
Chapter
29. Navigating the Green Finance Landscape:
A Comprehensive Bibliometric Exploration of Current Trends, Evolution, and
Prospects.
Chapter
30. Appreciating Successful Growth Strategies: A Case of
Omani Islamic Bank Using the Balanced Scorecard Approach.
Chapter
31.
Sustainability and associated concepts applied to Life cycle assessment
studies.
Chapter
32. Tourists Satisfaction and the Efforts Made by
Accommodation Units to Ensure a Sustainable Journey: Evidence from Sinaia,
Romania.
Chapter
33. Student engagement, motivation, and perceptions of
gamified learning A Pilot Study.
Chapter
34. Antecedents of Quality Higher
Education in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)- A Leximancer Analysis.
Chapter
35.
35. Performance Evaluation of Mutual Funds of Banking and Non-Banking
Financial Companies in India.
Chapter
36. Sustainability Analysis of the
Weekly Pattern in the KSE-100 Index of Pakistan Stock Exchange: Employing
Arch/GARCH Models with Contemporary Data.
Chapter
37. Exploring the
Public-private partnerships, Environmental Kuznets curve, and Environmental
Degradation nexus: An Empirical Analysis of Asia.
Chapter
38. Dynamics of
Future and Options (F &O) Traders Experience and Perception.
Chapter
39. A
Proposed Implementation for Evidence Management Using Blockchain Technology.-
Chapter
40. Online and Hybrid Education Scientific Mapping Analysis.
Chapter
41. Secure and Trustworthy Healthcare for the Elderly with
Blockchain-Enabled Pervasive Systems.
Chapter
42. A multimodal stress
detection system with wearable sensors using machine learning and deep
learning approaches .
Chapter
43. Influence of Socio Demographics in Online
Purchases at Bengaluru City in India.
Chapter
44. Integration of Membrane
Technology for Water Desalination Systems using Renewable Energy Resources.-
Chapter
45. EXPLORING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WORKPLACE SPIRITUALITY AND
SOCIAL CAPITAL WITH REFERENCE TO DELHI NCR SCHOOL TEACHERS.- Part IV-
Information Technology and Computing . .
Chapter
46. BIMANIC: AI-Driven
Personalized Education Guidance for Higher Education in Oman.
Chapter
47.
Conceptual Development of a Mobile Application for Digital Storytelling and
Awareness in Project Areas Aided by CHRIST, Delhi NCR.
Chapter
48.
Assessment of impact of IOT susceptibility on children of working and
non-working mothers in UAE .
Chapter
49. Security Assurance of the IoT
Environment by Applying Machine Learning: A Survey.
Chapter
50. Innovative
Smartphone App Fostering Transgender Inclusion in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.-
Chapter
51. Applications of Robotics: An Advanced Approaches in Forensic
Investigations.
Chapter
52. Intellectual safety and Intellectual provocation
in the classroom- A conceptual model to foster deep learning among students
of higher education .
Chapter
53. Role of AI and Digitization in People
Management Function for Business Excellence: A Voyant Tool Analysis and
Agenda for Future Research.
Chapter
54. Exploratory Study of Barriers to
Smart Home Technologies: Affordance Approach .
Chapter
55. TriSafeGuard: A
Unified Framework for Mask Detection, Social Distancing, and Contactless
Temperature Monitoring.
Chapter
56. Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
based Offloading Control Scheme for Reducing Mechanical Failures of CNC
Motors.
Chapter
57. Design of Mobile application controlled Photovoltaic
Seed Sowing and Drilling Machine.
Chapter
58. Cybersecurity Mesh
Architecture: A Framework for Enhanced Compatibility and Security in the
Digital Age.
Chapter
59. Walk-Through Attendance Marking System Using RFID
And Face Recognition.
Chapter
60. Development of an Artificial Neural
Network model for performance analysis, modelling and evaluation of membranes
in Reverse Osmosis Desalination plants.
Chapter
61. Performance Evaluation
of Artificial Neural Network Algorithms: A Case of Classification Problem.-
Chapter
62. Early Detection of Liver Diseases using Machine Learning.- Part
V- Psychology and Humanities.
Chapter
63. Unravelling the Psychological
Benefits of Meditation and Associated Positive Practices: A Thematic Analysis
of Semi-Structured Interviews of Meditation Trainers and Advanced Meditation
Practitioners from 11 Different Meditation Practices in India.
Chapter
64.
Superstitious Beliefs: Demographic Correlates and its Re-lation with Self
Efficacy.
Chapter
65. Good Vibrations: A Literature Review on Utilizing
Virtual Reality to Promote Positive Emotions.
Chapter
66. The Potential of
Technology to Promote Happiness: A Conceptual Model of Indian Psychology
Based Happiness Mobile App.
Chapter
67. Tattoos and Personal Identity: A
Thematic Exploration Among Young Adults.
Chapter
68. When Mere Awareness May
Not Lead to Sustainable Climate Change Action: Exploring Psychological
Barriers in Pro-environmental Behaviours.
Chapter
69. Beyond Disciplines:
Applying Design Thinking Across Areas to Enhance Mental Health Dementia Care
as an Exemplar.
Chapter
70. Understanding the Correlation between Happiness
and Creativity.
Chapter
71. Impact of Cultural Diversity on Psychological
Well-being and Subjective Happiness in an Indian context.
Chapter
72.
Menstruation Effect on Well-being: Exploring the Mediating Role of Physical
Pain and Psychological Anguish.
Chapter
73. What influences the Consumers
Purchase Intention of Energy-Efficient Home Appliances in United Arab
Emirates?.
Chapter
74. Ageism, Culture and Willingness to Work with Older
Adults among Youth in India.
Chapter
75. Addressing Job Burnout in
Culturally Diverse Workforces.
Chapter
76. Employee Engagement in Post-COVID
Remote Working Arrangements: Is Family Support as Critical as Supervisory
Support?.
Chapter
77. Perceptivity towards Employee Engagement: An
exploratory study among the employees in Manufacturing Sector in Bangalore.-
Chapter
78. Impact of Employee Engagement on Organisational Performance: A
study among Selected Companies in Service Sector in Karnataka.
Chapter
79.
Emotional Intelligence And Aggression A Cross Generational Study.-
Chapter
80. Wellbeing and Work-Life Balance of College Teachers in
Tamilnadu.- Part VI- Optimization Techniques .
Chapter
81. Lower Bound on
Givens Rotation Matrices Decomposi-tion of Quantum Fourier Transform.-
Chapter
82. Predictive Political Decision-making using Deep Learning
Architectures for Multimodal Analysis .
Chapter
83. Significance of Fairly
Distributed Instances and Optimal Ratio for Validation Set in Machine
Learning.
Chapter
84. Enhancing Face Recognition Using Hyperparameter
Tuning: A Metaheuristic Approach.
Chapter
85. Enhanced Heart Disease
Prediction Accuracy through Combined Hybrid Machine Learning Model.
Chapter
86. Smart Control for Low Energy Harvesting Systems.
Chapter
87. Design and
performance analysis of Maximum Power Extraction Charge Controller (MPECC)
for solar photovoltaic system .
Chapter
88. A proposed framework for
exploring the relationship between workplace spirituality and innovative work
behaviour.
Chapter
89. Optimization of curing time for the fabrication of
raw edged cogged belt with enhanced breaking strength.
Chapter
90. Some
Results on Anti-Duplication Self-Vèrtèx Switchings.
Chapter
91.
OPTIMIZATION OF SOLAR ENERGY HARVESTING THROUGH INNOVATIVE SCIENTIFIC
ADVANCEMENTS.
Chapter
92. Examining the drivers of intentions to use mobile
payment applications in an emerging economy: A SEM-NCA Approach.
Chapter
93.
UTILIZING MACHINE LEARNING FOR PREDICTING ROAD ACCIDENT FREQUENCIES IN
HARYANA, INDIA: A PREDICTIVE MODELING APPROACH.
Chapter
94. Augmented
Reality and its Application A Critical Review.
Chapter
95. 3-D Design
Making of Eco-Friendly Toys.- Part VII- Sustainable Materials. .
Chapter
96.
Simulation Study on Titanium Addition to Cu-Al-Ni Shape Memory Alloy in
Rotary Joint Property of Redundant Articulated Robot .
Chapter
97.
Evaluation of Mechanical properties of Welds Fabricated at A Close Proximity
on Offshore structures .
Chapter
98. Experimental Investigation on Ductility
Property of Glass Fibre Reinforced Polymer Chopped Strand Mat Laminate.-
Chapter
99. Effect of Stirrer Design on Particle Distribution of Aluminium
Composite in Stir Casting Process using CFD Simulation.
Chapter
100.
Investigation on Mechanical and Tribological Performance of Biodegradable
Polylactic acid (PLA)-Hemp composite.
Chapter
101. Utilization Of Face Masks
In Concrete For Improved Strength Performance: Strategy Towards Green
Construction.
Chapter
102. Green Wall construction for Commercial Buildings
in Composite Climate: State of the art review.
Chapter
103. Investigation on
Mechanical Properties of E glass/Jute/Nanofiller Composite Material .- Part
VIII- General Engineering . .
Chapter
104. Model Predictive Control Approach
for Frequency Regulation of a Modern Microgrid Including Electric Vehicles.-
Chapter
105. Auto Rickshaw Detection for Autonomous Navigation in real-time
ETW setup.
Chapter
106. Estimation of Bone Degeneration and Porosity Using
T-Score from DXA Images for Osteoporotic Patient Classification and Therapy
Ideation.
Chapter
107. Visualizing and Exploring Navigation Data using
Machine Learning Techniques.
Chapter
108. Performance Analysis of
Junctionless Silicon Nanotube Tunnel FET.
Chapter
109. The Role of Robotics
in STEM Education: Recent Developments, Challenges and Future Opportunities.-
Chapter
110. Influence of Computer-Based Assessment on Students' Motivation
towards Science Learning: A Quantitative of Sindh Pakistan .
Chapter
111.
Dimensional Analysis of High Strength Lightweight Concrete.
Chapter
112.
Machining parameters optimization on Material Removal Rate in WEDM of SLD 8
Tool steel using DOE and RSM technique.
Chapter
113. Experimental
Investigation of Novel Soil Stabilized Blocks Using Lime and Cement.
Chapter
114. Experimental Investigation on Strength, Porosity and Permeability
Properties of Ambient Cured Metakaolin based Geopolymer Concrete.
Chapter
115. Effect of Bacillus subtilis on Strength, Durability and Microstructural
Studies of Self-healing Concrete.
Chapter
116. IRIS CONTROLLED WHEELCHAIR.-
Chapter
117. NUMERICAL STUDIES OF SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEM WITH CPC SOLAR
COLLECTOR AND THERMAL ENERGY STORAGE.
Chapter
118. Concepts & Indicators of
Social Sustainability in the Built Environment- A Review.
Chapter
119.
Leveraging Textual Web Content for Phishing Website Detection with Weighted
Average Word Embedding and Machine Learning.
Chapter
120. Performance
Assessment between Adaptive Neuro Fuzzy Interference System (ANFIS) and Fuzzy
Logic Membership Functions to Reduce the Diesel consumption for Electrical
Load of Train in a Hybrid Power Generation System .
Chapter
121.
Implementation Of An Image Defogging Algorithm Using Wavelet Transform.-
Chapter
122. Arduino-based emergency route clearing between vehicles.-
Chapter
123. Biogas Synthesis using Human Urine as Feedstock by Anaerobic
Digestion.
Chapter
124. Experimental approach for water distribution network
to compensate the unequal discharge using Dual Pumping System.
Chapter
125.
A Proficient Sensor Network Based Smart Meter Multi-Demand Response System
Using IoT.
Chapter
126. Revolutionizing Waste Management: AI-Driven Smart
Dustbins for Environmental Pollution Mitigation.
Chapter
127. Execution of
Energy Efficient Multipath Routing Protocols with FF-AOMDV in MANET.
Chapter
128. Bubble Deck Concrete Slab: A Sustainable Thermal Insulation concrete.
Dr. Chithirai Pon Selvan has extensive experience in teaching engineering students, spanning over twenty-five years in academia. He has published/presented more than 150 research articles in journals and conferences. He has been invited and honoured as keynote speaker, session chair, resource person, and technical committee member of various conferences held in UAE, India, Thailand, Malaysia, Germany, Italy, Australia, and the UK. His research interests are in the areas of machine design, optimization techniques, manufacturing practices, renewable energy, and engineering sustainable development. He is a well-known researcher in the field of Abrasive Waterjet Cutting Technology and has evaluated several PhD theses in Mechanical Engineering from various universities. He is the approved supervisor of many universities including Curtin University, Australia to guide PhD scholars and has produced many PhDs. He holds membership in several professional societies, such as SAE, IEEE, ASHRAE, IMechE, ASME, EI, ASQ, and ISTE. He is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA), UK. Prior to joining Curtin University Dubai in July 2018, he served for a decade in the UAE with Manipal University Dubai and Amity University Dubai.
Dr. Nidhi Sehgal is the Head of School-Business and Humanities at Curtin University Dubai. With over a decade of experience spanning industry and prestigious government and private universities, she has made substantial contributions to both academic and professional realms. She holds a PhD in Business Administration, MBA in Human Resource Management, an M.Phil in Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Business Administration. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA), UK, she is deeply committed to promoting excellence in teaching and continually refining her pedagogical approach. Her research interests are expansive and interdisciplinary, encompassing significant areas such as human resource management, the transformative potential of artificial intelligence in business, and teaching and learning. Her work has been presented at international academic conferences and published in reputed scholarly journals.
Dr. Sonakshi Ruhela holds a Harvard Certification in Higher Education with a PhD in Psychology, recognized by the Ministry of Education, UAE. She is an accomplished Educationalist with over 12 years of extensive experience in Undergraduate and Postgraduate teaching, training, mentorship, and research of students from different nationalities and ethnic backgrounds. She is also a Co-guide for Doctoral Research Scholars in the field of psychology and mental health. She is currently designated as a Program Head for Psychology and Health Sciences at Curtin University Dubai. She is the Former Associate Registrar and Assistant Professor of Psychology at Amity University, Dubai. She was pioneer in forming the Department of Psychology at Amity University Dubai in 2016. Previously, she has worked as an Assistant Professor of Psychology with the Amity Institute of Psychology & Allied Sciences, Amity University Noida, India for 6 years. She has a rich Research profile with interdisciplinary Scopus index publications and Research Projects applied at ICSSR & All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), India and Al-Jalila Foundation, UAE. She is a professional member of the American Psychological Association, Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists and Middle East Psychological Association. She has participated in over 200 national and international events, seminars, talk shows, radio shows, conferences, industrial trainings, community engagement initiatives hosted by various schools, hospitals/clinics, government bodies, corporates in India, UK, and UAE.
Dr. Noor Ulain Rizvi holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi). Her expertise and contributions to the field of finance are widely recognized, as evidenced by her extensive research portfolio and participation in renowned conferences like the annual meetings of the Asian Finance Association. With an impressive educational background, Dr. Noor holds degrees in Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Education, and Master of Commerce from the esteemed University of Delhi in India. Her academic excellence and commitment to knowledge have been acknowledged through her selection as a senior research fellow awarded by the University Grants Commission (NET-JRF). In this role, she had the privilege of working closely with renowned finance and banking professors as a teaching assistant, further enhancing her expertise in the field. Dr. Noor's influential contributions extend beyond academia. She is a member of professional organizations such as the American Finance Association, Rotaract Society, and Asian Finance Association, further highlighting her commitment to advancing the finance discipline and fostering professional connections. Dr. Noor's academic career includes faculty positions at esteemed institutions such as Manipal University Dubai and the University of Delhi. Additionally, she has been actively involved in organizing significant events such as the India Economic Summit 2017, hosted by IIT Delhi under the auspices of the World Economic Forum. Dr. Noor's role as a founding Director of the Rotaract club at the Delhi School of Economics further exemplifies her commitment to leadership and community engagement.