The twenty-first century signifies a period of unparalleled change in the realm of study. Accelerated globalization, digitalization, and technological upheavals have transformed the processes of knowledge generation, dissemination, and application across several fields. Research has beyond the conventional confines of laboratories, libraries, and academic institutions, evolving into a dynamic, collaborative, and multidisciplinary pursuit that incorporates varied perspectives and approaches. Simultaneously, novel opportunities and difficulties have arisen, necessitating researchers to reevaluate their methodologies and reinterpret the function of research in influencing society, politics, and industry.
This edited volume, Research in the 21st Century: Modern Trends, Opportunities and Critical Challenges, seeks to encapsulate the essence of current research methodologies while confronting the pressing demand for sustainable, innovative, and inclusive knowledge frameworks. This book encompasses a diverse array of issues, including social sciences, business, technology, education, environmental studies, management, and digital transformation. Each contribution underscores the dynamic evolution of research within its respective domain, providing insights into the impact of contemporary trends such as artificial intelligence, sustainable innovation, digital education, data-informed decision-making, and inclusive development on academic endeavors.
The book highlights the significant obstacles confronting contemporary academics, including ethical dilemmas, data privacy concerns, financial limitations, methodological intricacies, and the digital divide. These problems highlight the necessity of using a responsible and human-centered methodology in research that not only produces information but also enhances communities and societies as a whole.
This volume's distinctive strength resides in its interdisciplinary nature. The book unites varied perspectives, fostering the exchange of ideas and promoting creative solutions to intricate global challenges. The contributions, hailing from diverse academic and professional backgrounds, have together enhanced the discussion on maintaining the relevance, impact, and resilience of research during uncertain times.
This book is intended to be a significant resource for academicians, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and students interested in the shifting paradigms of research. Regardless of one's academic stage, the insights, conclusions, and suggestions presented herein will provoke critical analysis, promote new methodologies, and enhance comprehension of research's significance in the 21st century.
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GREEN AND SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES AS FUTURE RESEARCH FRONTIERS Dr. KULBEER KAUR Dr. K GANESH Dr. ANURAG JOSHI Prof. JAMAKHANDI HAYAVADANA |
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DATA PRIVACY, SECURITY AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY CONCERNS IN RESEARCH Dr VIKRANT KUMAR Dr. S.M.ANAS IQBAL Dr. M SAMIR GOPALAN Dr YADUVEER YADAV Dr KIRTI AGARWAL |
12-21 |
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IFRS (IND AS) ON INSURANCE IN THE CONTEXT OF FINANCIAL REPORTING, OPERATIONAL AND REGULATORY IMPLICATIONS CA (Dr.) SUSHIL KUMAR LAL |
22-36 |
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CHALLENGES AND CONCERNS OF EXPATRIATES AND THEIR ASSIGNMENTS: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS Dr. SHIVANI TYAGI Dr. SHIKHA MITTAL |
37-49 |
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MAPPING BEHAVIORAL FINANCE RESEARCH: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF PROSPECT THEORY AND INVESTOR PSYCHOLOGY Ms. DOLMITA SHAILENDRA Ms. MONIKA |
50-62 |
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MODERN INNOVATIONS AND CHALLENGES IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Dr. DEEPAK SOM |
63-66 |
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TRANSFORMING EDUCATION THROUGH RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT: MULTIDISCIPLINARY PATHWAYS AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES Dr RASNA SEHRAWAT Dr PRIYANKA SINGH NIRANJAN |
67-80 |
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INTEGRATING GREEN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PREETI VERMA |
81-92 |
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EFFICACY OF DIGITAL VS. CONVENTIONAL RECRUITMENT: A PERFORMANCE-BASED ANALYSIS OF REACH, VELOCITY AND COST EFFICIENCY IN THE IT INDUSTRY Dr. HIRAL DHAL |
93-104 |
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SUSTAINABLE FINANCE AND ESG INVESTMENTS: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN MODERN RESEARCH Ms. SONAM SRIVASTAVA Dr. KAMAL AGARWAL |
105-114 |
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QUANTUM PATHWAYS: INNOVATIVE RESEARCH IN COMPUTING, COMMUNICATION AND CRYPTOGRAPHY Prof. P K SARASWAT |
115-129 |
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GREEN HRM PATHWAYS: INTEGRATING SUSTAINABILITY, INNOVATION AND EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING ย Dr. MEENAKSHI SHARMA Dr. ARADHANA CHADHA A.K. SINGH Dr KIRTI AGARWAL |
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EMPLOYEE MENTAL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING IN THE WORKPLACE: AN HR PERSPECTIVE Dr. ARADHANA CHADHA |
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A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF MODERN TEST AUTOMATION FRAMEWORKS FOR E-COMMERCE PLATFORMS: PLAYWRIGHT, SELENIUM AND ALLURE IN DEVOPS PIPELINES BHAVYA VERMA |
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Dr. Kulbeer Kaur
Principal, Shri Ganpati Adarsh TT College, Bundi
Dr. Kulbeer Kaur is an experienced academic professional with over two decades in the field of education. Throughout her career, she has served in diverse roles including teacher, lecturer, and currently, Principal of a reputed B.Ed. collegeโa position she has held with distinction for the past eleven years.Her academic pursuits center around teacher education, innovative pedagogy, and educational leadership. Deeply committed to shaping the next generation of educators, Dr. Kaur remains actively involved in academic seminars, workshops, and professional development initiatives.A strong advocate of research-driven practices, she continually strives to bridge the gap between theory and practice in education. This book reflects her unwavering dedication to fostering critical discourse in contemporary education and her enduring passion for academic excellence.
Dr. K Ganesh
Partner, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, McKinsey Global Services India Pvt Ltd,McKinsey & Company, Inc., Rajiv Gandhi Salai, OMR, Perungudi,Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Dr. K. Ganesh is Partner and Global Lead of the Manufacturing and Supply Chain Center of Competence at McKinsey & Company, Chennai, India, with 23+ years of research and consulting experience. He specializes in supply chain planning and logistics transformations across various industries. Ganesh holds a first-rank Production Engineering degree, a Master's in Industrial Engineering from NIT Trichy, and a PhD in Supply Chain from IIT Madras. He has published over 220 international journal papers, 15 international books, and 10 patents, and serving as an editor and reviewer for numerous international journals.
Dr. Anurag Josh
Dr. Anurag Joshi is working at G.L.Bajaj Institute of Technology, Greater Noida. He is a rich experience of 19 years in academics and more than 11 years in Industry. He has published more than 23 Research papers including 7 papers in ABDC indexed International Jornal and Scopus Indexed Journals. He has also contributed in writing Book and Book Chapters. He have guided more than 800 MBA projects & Also works as Examiner of Ph. D for several eminent universities. He also works as co author for Quora. Com. He also received Academic Excellence Awards for his contributions in academic acen
Prof. Jamakhandi Hayavadana
Prof. Jamakhandi Hayavadana graduated with a B.Tech in Textile Technology from Bangalore University in 1985, an M.Tech from PSG College of Technology, and a PhD from Anna University in 1998. He also holds an MBA from the University of Madras. With 38 years of academic and industrial experience, he has published numerous papers in national and international journals and holds two patents. His research focuses on mechanization of handloom, textile testing, and Lean Six Sigma applications. During his 28 years at Osmania University, he served as Professor and Head, guiding numerous Ph.D scholars and graduating 26 UG and 6 PG batches.
