A Research On Examining Stress Among Adolescents
The research paper titled “The Adolescence Stress Scale: Development and Standardization” is a significant contribution to the field of psychology. The paper by Dr Sandra Roshni Monteiro, Assistant Professor at the Department of Psychology in SRM University-AP featured in The Journal of Indian Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health and provides a detailed account of the development and standardisation of the scale, highlighting its importance and relevance. Dr Monteiro has developed a comprehensive stress scale that aims to evaluate the psychometric issues faced by school-going adolescents.
Here’s a brief extract of the paper.
Abstract
Background/Aim
The objective of the paper was to develop a comprehensive “Adolescence Stress Scale” and to examine different psychometric issues in the development, initial validation, and standardization of this scale.
Method
Exploratory factor analysis was conducted on the data procured from a sample of 634 (11–18 years) school-going adolescents in India.
Results
An exploratory analysis provided a 10-factor structure, namely, major loss-induced stress, enforcement or conflict-induced stress, phobic stress, interpersonal conflict-induced stress, punishment-induced stress, illness and injury-induced stress, performance stress, imposition-induced stress, insecurity-induced stress, and unhealthy environment-induced stress. The 10 oblique factor solutions are found to be interrelated and interdependent with good indices of internal consistency, and content validity.
Conclusions
This scale development is a novel and powerful measure that taps onto various aspects of stress experienced by school-going adolescents. The scale can facilitate researchers, clinicians, and teachers to identify and quantify the significant sources of stress in adolescents in school, or clinic settings.
- Published in Departmental News, News, Psychology News, Research News
ChemZeal 2: An Outreach Initiative by the Dept. of Chemistry
The Department of Chemistry at SRM University-AP organised an academic colloquium called ChemZeal 2 on December 02, 2023. The event aimed to promote the Department and its research among undergraduate and graduate students from various colleges. It also provided a platform for students to interact with chemistry enthusiasts and learn about the latest advancements and research in the field.
ChemZeal 2 featured a lecture by academic stalwart, Prof. U V Varadaraju on Solid-State Materials in Chemistry from the Department of Chemistry, IIT Madras. Prof. Varadaraju also spoke about various aspects of the field, including research, career paths, higher studies, and job opportunities in the industry.
The welcome note was given by the Department Head, Dr Pardha Saradhi Maram, while Vice-Chancellor Prof. Manoj K Arora and Prof. Jayaseelan Murugaiyan, Associate Dean in-charge (Science), also addressed the gathering with their valuable inputs. The event also included an interactive session with the guest speaker, where faculty and students could interact and get expert insights.
ChemZeal 2 also featured a talent test for over 320+ students from different colleges, with prizes awarded to the top three winners. The event was designed to attract students to pursue higher education and research in the field of Chemistry and provided a platform for BSc/MSc/PhD students to showcase their research and interact with potential candidates.
The event organisers – Dr Sabyasachi Chakrabortty (Convenor) & Dr J P Raja Pandiyan (Co-convenor) helped culminate the outreach activity with a campus tour, where attendees could witness state-of-the-art facilities, high-end research labs, and futuristic technology.
- Published in Chemistry-news, Departmental News, News
Viksit Bharat@2047: Empowering India’s Youth
In a remarkable display of technological prowess and inclusivity, SRM University-AP organised a live-streaming event for the launch of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047: Voice of Youth’ by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. The momentous occasion took place at the university’s auditorium, witnessing the presence of esteemed dignitaries, including the Registrar, Dr R Premkumar, Director of Student Affairs, Mr Anil Kumar Nigam, Director of Communications, Mr Pankaj Belwariar, Associate Director of Student Affairs, Ms Revathi Balakrishnan, and a multitude of enthusiastic students.The event, which aimed to empower the youth and encourage their active participation in shaping the future of India, was broadcasted live to ensure widespread accessibility. The atmosphere in the auditorium was electric as the audience eagerly awaited the Prime Minister’s address.
Parallel to the main event, a program was held at Raj Bhavan in Vijayawada, where Vice Chancellor, Prof. Manoj K Arora along with other prominent personalities, graced the occasion. Prof. Manoj K Arora actively participated in a panel discussion centered around the theme of ‘Viksit Bharat @2047: Voice of Youth,’ sharing valuable insights and ideas for the nation’s progress. The Vice Chancellor’s dynamic contribution to the panel discussion was recognised and appreciated by the Governor of Andhra Pradesh, who honoured him with a shawl and a memento as a token of gratitude.
The live streaming event organised by SRMAP not only showcased their commitment to embracing technology for the benefit of the students and the wider community but also provided a platform for young minds to engage with the Prime Minister’s vision for a developed and empowered India. The launch of ‘Viksit Bharat@2047: Voice of Youth’ marks a significant milestone in the journey towards a progressive and inclusive nation, with SRM University-AP playing a pivotal role in fostering the spirit of youth leadership and participation.
- Published in News
SLP-E: Enhancing Privacy and Lifespan in WSNs for IoT
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering is thrilled to share that the paper titled, “A Total Randomized SLP Preserving Technique with Improved Privacy and Lifetime in WSNs for IoT and the Impact of Radio Range on SLP” has been published by Dr Manjula R, Assistant Professor, Department of CSE, and BTech-CSE Student Mr Tejodbhav Koduru in “Sensors“, a Q2 journal, having an Impact Factor of 3.9. Their research addresses the critical need for improved source location privacy and extended network longevity, presenting a pioneering solution known as Source Location Privacy with Enhanced Privacy and Network Lifetime (SLP-E).
Abstract
SLP-E utilises a unique combination of techniques, including a reverse random walk, a walk on annular rings, and min-hop routing, to diversify routing pathways within the network. Unlike existing SLP techniques that either prioritize privacy over network lifetime or vice versa, this approach aims to simultaneously enhance safety period, network lifetime, and privacy uniformly. Notably, this research also explores the impact of sensor radio range on Network Lifetime metrics and privacy strength within the context of SLP in WSN.
Practical Implementation/Social Implications of the research
This research holds real-world significance, especially in scenarios like protecting a lone white giraffe in Kenya fitted with a GPS tracker. Poachers pose a serious threat to such animals, hacking GPS devices to locate and harm them. This solution offers a viable approach to mitigate these threats, providing practical implications for the conservation of endangered species.
Collaborations
- Mr Tejodbhav Koduru from SRM University-AP
- Prof. Raja Datta from IIT Kharagpur
- Ms Florence Mukamanzi, Dr Damien Hanyurwimfura and Prof. Mukanyiligira Didacienne from the African Center of Excellence in the Internet of Things, University of Rwanda
- Published in CSE NEWS, Departmental News, News, Research News