A5064463113- Solar Radiation and Photovoltaics
- Matrix Theory and Algorithms
- Advanced Numerical Methods in Computational Mathematics
- Numerical methods for differential equations
- Energy and Environment Impacts
- Electromagnetic Scattering and Analysis
- Soil erosion and sediment transport
- Photovoltaic Systems and Sustainability
- Photovoltaic System Optimization Techniques
- Energy Load and Power Forecasting
- Climate variability and models
- Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes
- Marine and coastal ecosystems
- Aquatic Ecosystems and Phytoplankton Dynamics
- Vehicle emissions and performance
- demographic modeling and climate adaptation
- Quality and Safety in Healthcare
- Coral and Marine Ecosystems Studies
- Coastal and Marine Dynamics
- Solar Thermal and Photovoltaic Systems
- Hydrology and Watershed Management Studies
- Moringa oleifera research and applications
- Wind Energy Research and Development
- Flood Risk Assessment and Management
- Tropical and Extratropical Cyclones Research
University of Mauritius
2013-2024
University of Technology, Mauritius
2009
Objective: This clinical study monitored the effect of eating cooked Moringa oleifera leaves on blood pressure (BP) healthy participants in view perception that consumption is associated with an increase pressure, which contradictory to findings from literature.Methods: A random sample 41 were enrolled this prospective, placebo-controlled study. Participants case consumed 120 g M. while control group did not eat leaves. BP was measured at baseline before meal and followed up regular...
This study presents a high-resolution and multi-temporal drought climatology for Mauritius based on calculated standardized precipitation index (SPI) using mean monthly rainfall the period 1953–2007. A SPI varying from +3.4 to −2.7 indicates occurrence of extremely wet dry conditions, collocated more frequent mild conditions. Spatial maps trends show mostly neutral severely but sparse regions conditions are also observed. An increase in frequency years after 1990s is noted, while most...
Mauritius is a volcanic island with raised interior where extreme rainfall events dominate erosivity. Intra-event characteristics of the 120 highest erosive at six selected locations between 2004 and 2008 were analyzed to provide first detailed intra-storm data for tropical environment. On Mauritius, spatial variation evident in recorded stations, noticeable increase depth, duration, kinetic energy, erosivity altitude. Extreme (central plateau) show high variability peak intensity over time...
The magnitude of non-communicable diseases epidemic in Mauritius heralds the need for increased attention. One key strategies includes optimal use nutritionally and medicinally rich indigenous crops, as a means curbing impact this epidemic. purpose study was to explore Moringa oleifera leaves pods consumption behaviour Mauritian adults. specific objectives were (i)identify M.oleifera pattern (ii) identify knowledge perception perceived facilitators barriers, (iii) establish relationships...
Principal Component Analysis (PCA) is one of the most popular dimensionality-reduction techniques used for purpose classification. It has gained popularity because its ease use and optimal nature in a mean square error sense. This paper focuses on an analysis PCA as classification tool rainfall images. Rainfall maps were generated using monthly precipitation data from 226 stations over Mauritius years 1992 to 1995 also 1961 1990. Three different methods applying then each method principal...
The Erosivity ndex (EI) and the odified ournier (MFI) are two commonly used methods in calculating R factor of universal soil loss equation/revised equation formula. Using auritius as a case study, value high‐resolution data versus long‐term totals erosivity calculations is investigated. A limited number four eteorological ervices stations located on west coast entral lateau provided study with detailed rainfall for 6 years at 6‐min intervals. Rainfall erosive events was calculated using...
AbstractThis study aimed to test the effects of rainfall-driven nutrient loading on microphytoplankton dynamics in shallow water at Trou aux Biches lagoon northwest coast Mauritius. Changes density, diversity and estimated productivity were monitored three zones—coast, reef—during two rainfall periods 4 3 days’ duration, respectively, March–April 2017. The average from terrestrial runoff was 15.5% salinity decreased by 2.5%. Following events, a 3-fold increase total density (TMPD), with...
Mauritius is a Small Island Developing State (SIDS) with high population density and increasing agricultural, urban infrastructural demands, superimposed over limited physical resources. Soil coastal erosion are recognized as an important environmental challenge facing the island. Here we review studies on soil past two decades more recent advances in understanding dynamics. have focussed catchment rates using modelling techniques that also permitted mapping of risk for Rainfall assessments...