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DEEP LEARNING SERIES- PART 10
This is the last article in this series. This article is about another pre-trained CNN known as the ResNet along with an output visualization parameter known as the confusion matrix.
ResNet
This is also known as a residual network. It has three variations 51,101,151. They used a simple technique to achieve this high number of layers.
Credit – Xiaozhu0429/ Wikimedia Commons / CC-BY-SA-4.0
The problem in using many layers is that the input information gets changed in accordance with each layer and subsequently, the information will become completely morphed. So to prevent this, the input information is sent in again like a recurrent for every two steps so that the layers don’t forget the original information. Using this simple technique they achieved about 100+ layers.
ResNet these are the three fundamentals used throughout the network.
(conv1): Conv2d (3, 64, kernel_size= (7, 7), stride= (2, 2), padding= (3, 3))
(relu): ReLU
(maxpool): MaxPool2d(kernel_size=3, stride=2, padding=1)
These are the layers found within a single bottleneck of the ResNet.
(0): Bottleneck
1 (conv1): Conv2d(64, 64, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
2 (conv2): Conv2d(64, 64, kernel_size=(3, 3), stride=(1, 1), padding=(1, 1))
3 (conv3): Conv2d(64, 256, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
(relu): ReLU(inplace=True)
Down sampling
Conv2d(64, 256, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
(1): Bottleneck
4 (conv1): Conv2d(256, 64, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
5 (conv2): Conv2d(64, 64, kernel_size=(3, 3), stride=(1, 1), padding=(1, 1))
6 (conv3): Conv2d(64, 256, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
(relu): ReLU(inplace=True)
)
(2): Bottleneck
7 (conv1): Conv2d(256, 64, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
8 (conv2): Conv2d(64, 64, kernel_size=(3, 3), stride=(1, 1), padding=(1, 1))
9 (conv3): Conv2d(64, 256, kernel_size=(1, 1), stride=(1, 1))
(relu): ReLU
There are many bottlenecks like these throughout the network. Hence by this, the ResNet is able to perform well and produce good accuracy. As a matter of fact, the ResNet is the model which won the ImageNet task competition.
There are 4 layers in this architecture. Each layer has a bottleneck which comprises convolution followed by relu activation function. There are 46 convolutions, 2 pooling, 2 FC layers.
| Type | No of layers |
| 7*7 convolution | 1 |
| 1*1, k=64 + 3*3, k=64+1*1, k=256 convolution | 9 |
| 1*1, k=128+ 3*3, k=128+1*1, k=512 convolution | 10 |
| 1*1, k=256+ 3*3, k=256 + 1*1, k=1024 convolution | 16 |
| 1 * 1, k=512+3 * 3, k=512+1 * 1, k=2048 convolution | 9 |
| Pooling and FC | 4 |
| Total | 50 |
There is a particular aspect apart from the accuracy which is used to evaluate the model, especially in research papers. That method is known as the confusion matrix. It is seen in a lot of places and in the medical field it can be seen in test results. The terms used in the confusion matrix have become popularized in the anti-PCR test for COVID.
The four terms used in a confusion matrix are True Positive, True Negative, and False positive, and false negative. This is known as the confusion matrix.
True positive- both the truth and prediction are positive
True negative- both the truth and prediction are negative
False-positive- the truth is negative but the prediction is positive
False-negative- the truth is positive but the prediction is false
Out of these the false positive is dangerous and has to be ensured that this value is minimal.
We have now come to the end of the series. Hope that you have got some knowledge in this field of science. Deep learning is a very interesting field since we can do a variety of projects using the artificial brain which we have with ourselves. Also, the technology present nowadays makes these implementations so easy. So I recommend all to study and do projects using these concepts. Till then,
HAPPY LEARNING!!!
DEEP LEARNING SERIES- PART 9
This article is about one of the pre-trained CNN models known as the VGG-16. The process of using a pretrained CNN is known as transfer learning. In this case, we need not build a CNN instead we can use this with a modification. The modifications are:-
- Removing the top (input) and bottom (output) layers
- Adding input layer with size equal to the dimension of the image
- Adding output layer with size equal to number of classes
- Adding additional layers (if needed)
The pre-trained model explained in this article is called the VGGNet. This model was developed by the Oxford University researchers as a solution to the ImageNet task. The ImageNet data consists of 10 classes with 1000 images each leading to 10000 images in total.
VGGNet
I/p 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 o/p
Credit: – Nshafiei neural network in Machine learning Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 License.
This is the architecture for VGGNet. This has been found for the CIFAR-10 dataset, a standard dataset containing 1000 classes. This was used for multiclass classification. Some modifications are made before using it for detecting OA. The output dimension is changed into 1*1*2 and the given images must be reshaped to 224*224 since this dimension is compatible with VGGNet. The dimensions and other terms like padding, stride, number of filters, dimension of filter are chosen by researchers and found optimal. In general, any number can be used in this place.
The numbers given below the figure correspond to the layer number. So the VGGNet is 13 layered and is CNN till layer 10 and the rest are FNN.
| Colour index | Name |
| Grey | Convolution |
| Red | Pooling |
| Blue | FFN |
Computations and parameters for each layer
Input
224*224 images are converted into a vector whose dimension is 224*224*3 based on the RGB value.
Layer 1-C1
This is the first convolutional layer. Here 64 filters are used.
Wi =224, P=1, S=1, K=64, f=3*3
Wo =224 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 224*224*64
Parameter= 64*3*3= 576
Layer 2-P1
This is the first pooling layer
Wi =224, S=2, P=1, f=3
Wo=112 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 112*112*3
Parameter= 0
Layer 3-C2C3
Here two convolutions are applied. 128 filters are used.
Wi =112, P=1, S=1, K=64, f=3
Wo=112 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 112*112*128
Parameter= 128*3*3=1152
Layer 4- P2
Second pooling layer
Wi =112, P=1, S=2, f=3*3
Wo =56 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 56*56*3
Parameter= 0
Layer 5- C4C5C6
Combination of three convolutions
Wi =56, P=1, S=1, K=256, f=3*3
Wo = 56 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 224*224*64
Parameter= 64*3*3= 576
Layer 6-P3
Third pooling layer
Wi =56, P=1, S=2, f=3*3
Wo =28 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 28*28*3
Parameter= 0
Layer 7-C7C8C9
Combination of three convolutions
Wi =28, P=1, S=1, K=512, f=3*3
Wo =28 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 28*28*512
Parameter= 512*3*3= 4608
Layer 8-P4
Fourth pooling layer
Wi =28, P=1, S=2, f=3*3
Wo =14 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 14*14*3
Parameter= 0
Layer 9-C10C11C12
Last convolution layer, Combination of three convolutions
Wi =14, P=1, S=1, K=512, f=3*3
Wo =14 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 14*14*512
Parameter= 512*3*3= 4608
Layer 10-P5
Last pooling layer and last layer in CNN
Wi =14, P=1, S=2, f=3*3
Wo =7 (this is the input Wi for the next layer)
Dim= 7*7*3
Parameter= 512*3*3= 4608
With here the CNN gets over. So a complex 224*224*3 boil down to 7*7*3
Trends in CNN
As the layer number increases,
- The dimension decreases.
- The filter number increases.
- Filter dimension is constant.
In convolution
Padding of 1 and stride of 1 to transfer original dimensions to output
In pooling
Padding of 1 and stride of 2 are used in order to half the dimensions.
Layer 11- FF1
4096 neurons
Parameter= 512*7*7*4096=102M
Wo= 4096
Layer 12- FF2
4096 neurons
Wo= 4096
Parameter= 4096*4096= 16M
Output layer
2 classes
- non-osteoarthritic
- osteoarthritic
Parameter= 4096*2= 8192
Parameters
| Layer | Value of parameters |
| Convolution | 16M |
| FF1 | 102M |
| FF2 | 16M |
| Total | 134M |
It takes a very large amount of time nearly hours for a machine on CPU to learn all the parameters. Hence they came with speed enhancers like faster processors known as GPU Graphic Processing Unit which may finish the work up to 85% faster than CPU.
HAPPY LEARNING!!
WHY DIAMONDS ARE SO EXPENSIVE ?
Diamonds are allotropes of carbon like graphite. But, the difference between them is tremendous. What makes diamonds so costly ? Well some might say that the extraordinariness, challenges in mining, toughness, cut, clearness, shading, and carat of diamonds make them costly and popular. Gold and silver are likewise uncommon, mining them is additionally troublesome however why just diamond is so costly ? Why people give diamond ring when they propose one another ?
A few years ago it was not a trend to give diamond rings while proposing. There are many stones rarer than diamonds. They are costly as a result of a company called De Beers. Each diamond you find in this world comes from this company not because diamonds are very rare to find. There are numerous diamond mines in this world however this organization don’t let those diamonds to arrive at the market.
At the point when supply of a specific item is less however demand is high, this outcomes in making that item more costly. This company made the stock of diamonds exceptionally less. But, how ? Few years back diamonds were found only in India and Brazil. But then it was also found in Africa and that too in very large quantity. De beers was also one of the company which found a lot of diamonds in Africa. But the other mines company started selling diamonds because the supply of diamonds were increasing which can make them less expensive. They were in loss. De beers would have also done that but instead it started buying those diamonds by taking loans and because of that it became the owner of all mines in Africa. It became a monopoly and a monopoly does what it wants. Soon when other mines company discovered diamonds in Serbia and other countries De beers bought all of them. It became owner of all the diamonds in the world.
Yet, De beers never let people to realize that they have diamonds in exceptionally huge amount because then people won’t buy it. They restricted the stock of diamonds which made them uncommon. They further began promoting diamonds by giving statements like “A diamond is forever”. Because of this, the interest of people towards diamonds increased and they became expensive.
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HOW TO WAKE UP EARLY IN THE MORNING ?
Rising up early not only gives a good start to your day but also make you more concentrated. Many of us want to wake up early in the morning but we can’t because of our laziness. We always make commitments at night that we will wake up early in the morning to complete our work but we can’t. And when we wake up late in the morning we feel lazy and dizzy which affect our work. We keep procrastinating our work saying that “I will start it fresh from tomorrow”. But the same thing happens tomorrow and we keep saying this phrase. This same thing happens every single day and we start questioning “What’s wrong with my life ?”.
This can be avoided if we wake up early in the morning. Some tips to wake up early in the morning are:
1.Get on a sleep schedule
Figure out how much hours of sleep you require to feel fresh and active in the morning.
2.Improve your bedtime routine
It is advised to sleep early in order to wake up early. Even if you can’t fall asleep early, try to sleep. You will become habitual of sleeping early if you continue.
3.Move your alarm to avoid hitting snooze
Keep your alarm away from your bed. If possible keep it in other room so that you have to walk to snooze it.
4.Eat better and get regular exercise
Eating lots of fruit and vegetables can help you getting good sleep. Regular exercise can keep you healthy and you will feel less lazy in the morning.
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Science and technology : Solar energy
A very much known form of energy nowadays. Today’s article is about solar energy and it’s science and technology. As we all know the fact that Sun is the ultimate source of energy for every organism present on Earth. Sun provides the required energy to all and nourish them in the form of sunlight rays radiated on the Earth. For the balance of life, to make it happen sunlight is the most important part in the ecosystem.
The concept of solar energy evolves around trapping the light and utilising it in the form of energy that can be used by the people. Earth is blessed with biodiversity and the main sources are sun, air and water of this system. To live life every organism need these sources. Energy can be renewable and non renewable. Sunlight is such an example of renewable energy resource.
In context to India we see that India is a country where there is ultimate sunlight present. For understanding this, think on the facts that are as follows – We know that North India receives maximum sunlight in the month of April to June whereas Southern part of India receives sunlight all throughout the year, the desert areas are also an source to this. The conversion of sunlight into the form of electricity will be useful to the population of India as the demand of electricity is increasing day by day and will not harm the environment or increase the global warming.
For this government and environmental activists have given suggestions and a way to generate solar electricity by installing solar panels on the rooftop or on the land wherever they are comfortable with. It not only reduces the cost and demand of electricity but also creates a source of income for them. The implementation of this scheme will create new job opportunities also.
This concept has also been discussed at national and international conferences and many have supported it. By 2024 we’ll be generating solar energy at huge level. Solar energy is the future in the upcoming years and many have already started working on it. So what are you waiting for ,just try to get acknowledged with the facts and do it once, it will be a long term benefit. It can be proved as a major transformation in the field of science and technology.
Hope you will like reading it. Thank you!!!
THE BASIC AND BEST EXPLANATION ONE CAN GIVE YOU ABOUT INSURANCE AND BENEFITS OF IT….
The Noble facts on Insurance
Basically, let us consider the term Insurance, what it is? And yes, you all do have a general idea of what it is or how it helps your family as we all pre-admit that events happen suddenly and nothing can be stopped.
To make our family and our future generations secure, these are made at the earliest years by the respective applicant whether on his name or on some of his family members.
You get an insurance plan from a reputed organization so you are safe and secure financially for any circumstances in life. Always take measures to check whether you are applying under the right authorized place of issuer from the policy banks as fraudsters may consume your savings and cheat your whole money entirely.
Gradually a kind of general insurance is in boom these days as they provide support vitally under various criteria of your life including foreign travels and motor vehicles.
Furthermore in simple terms I can recite as considering law facts, it is a kind of savings or asset that banks offer you to safeguard your money without losing it. In return to those benefits, they help you out if you are critically affected under the terms, I have mentioned below as you get a guarantee of payment from them.
Based on the needs we can classify them under five essential categories and they are:
- Health/Medical Insurance f) Marine Insurance
- Family Insurance g) Fire Insurance
- Travel Insurance h) Liability Insurance
- Vehicle Insurance i) Social Insurance
- Property Insurance j) Guarantee Insurance
Various researchers say that these policies always benefit a whole generation even if the person who has the payment responsibility proves death. It is like a gift you leave to your children even if you die. About 3 out of 4 have secured their own and family life by taking up these premium plans, what about you?
These policies are long-term or short-term contracts based on the amount and number of years you wish to pay for. As they provide reimbursement against your precious losses from a company or even from banks. The company takes into account the client’s risks in life thus making payments as a bit higher than they have invested/insured.
Certain people may have an opinion of why it is important but literally it is because you safeguard your family without some financial earnings of yours to run their life even after not with them. Just think about the situation: if there’s nothing left for them after you, what will happen? Life will become miserable and has to be left stranded without any support or protection from anyone.
And make sure you opt for Term Life Insurance as it covers up greater periods kind of a life insurance totally under a specific life cover obviously. Also updating them on a monthly/yearly basis becomes necessary to make the flow of your premium continue until it ends and matures till the selected duration.
Also, you might face some additional charges if you discontinue it after certain months and you don’t gain any benefit at all. So, it’s better to drop out if you try to discontinue your current plans in those premiums.
So, if you are reluctant about these plans or with a mind that these won’t work, I literally call you a mad person as you didn’t know or better consider only about you in better terms. Try to take into account the factors in reality as anything can happen.
And please don’t make you left-stranded as it is like you push them into a pit with your own hands which is really a heart-melting situation for anyone. Kind of a pin pricking our souls when we are supportless among others.
The Health and Mood-Boosting Benefits of Pets!
Pets come with some powerful health benefits. Here’s how caring for a dog, cat, or another animal can help relieve depression and anxiety, lower stress, and improve your heart health.
The benefits of pets
Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals. However, many of us remain unaware of the physical and mental health benefits that can also accompany the pleasure of snuggling up to a furry friend. It’s only recently that studies have begun to scientifically explore the benefits of the human-animal bond.
Pets have evolved to become acutely attuned to humans and our behaviour and emotions. Dogs, for example, are able to understand many of the words we use, but they’re even better at interpreting our tone of voice, body language, and gestures. And like any good human friend, a loyal dog will look into your eyes to gauge your emotional state and try to understand what you’re thinking and feeling (and to work out when the next walk or treat might be coming, of course).
Pets, especially dogs and cats can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, ease loneliness, encourage exercise and playfulness, and even improve your cardiovascular health. Caring for an animal can help children grow up more secure and active. Pets also provide valuable companionship for older adults. Perhaps most importantly, though, a pet can add real joy and unconditional love to your life.
Any pet can improve your health
While it’s true that people with pets often experience greater health benefits than those without, a pet doesn’t necessarily have to be a dog or a cat. A rabbit could be ideal if you’re allergic to other animals or have limited space but still want a furry friend to snuggle with. Birds can encourage social interaction and help keep your mind sharp if you’re an older adult. Snakes, lizards, and other reptiles can make for exotic companions. Even watching fish in an aquarium can help reduce muscle tension and lower your pulse rate.
Studies have shown that:
- Pet owners are less likely to suffer from depression than those without pets.
- People with pets have lower blood pressure in stressful situations than those without pets. One study even found that when people with borderline hypertension adopted dogs from a shelter, their blood pressure declined significantly within five months.
- Playing with a dog, cat, or other pet can elevate levels of serotonin and dopamine, which calm and relax.
- Pet owners have lower triglyceride and cholesterol levels (indicators of heart disease) than those without pets.
- Heart attack patients with pets survive longer than those without.
- Pet owners over age 65 make 30 per cent fewer visits to their doctors than those without pets.
One of the reasons for these therapeutic effects is that pets fulfil the basic human need for touch. Even hardened criminals in prison show long-term changes in their behaviour after interacting with pets, many of them experiencing mutual affection for the first time. Stroking, hugging, or otherwise touching a loving animal can rapidly calm and soothe you when you’re stressed or anxious. The companionship of a pet can also ease loneliness, and most dogs are a great stimulus for healthy exercise, which can substantially boost your mood and ease depression.
Ultimately, when choosing a pet, be honest with yourself about the lifestyle you enjoy and the kind of pet you’d like to care for. If you’re in doubt about caring for a larger animal, start small, get a fish or a smaller, caged animal. See how it fits and go from there.
The Seven Wonders-Moral Story
Anna was a 9-year-old girl from the small village. She finished attending elementary school till 4th grade at her village. For the 5th grade onwards, she will have to get an admission in a school at a city nearby. She got very happy knowing that she was accepted in a very reputed school in a city. Today was the first day of her school and she was waiting for her school bus. Once the bus came, she got in it quickly. She was very excited.
Once the bus reached to her school, all students started going to their classes. Anna also made it to her classroom after asking fellow students for direction. Upon seeing her simple clothing and knowing she is from a small village, other students started making fun of her. The teacher soon arrived and she asked everyone to keep quiet. She introduced Anna to the class and told that she will be studying with them only from today.
Then the teacher told the students to be ready for the surprise test now! She told everyone to write down the 7 wonders of the world. Everyone started writing the answer quickly. Anna started to write the answer slowly.
When everyone except Anna had submitted their answer paper, the teacher came and asked Anna, “What happened Dear? Don’t worry, Just write what you know as other students have learned about it just a couple of days back”.
Anna replied, “I was thinking that there are so many things, which 7 I can pick to write!” And, then she handed her answer paper to the teacher. The teacher started reading everyone’s answers and the majority had answered them correctly such as The Great Wall of China, Colosseum, Stonehedge, Great Pyramid of Giza, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Tajmahal, Hanging Gardens of Babylon etc.
The teacher was happy as students had remembered what she had taught them. At last the teacher picked up Anna’s answer paper and started reading.
“The 7 Wonders are – To be able to See, To be able to Hear, To be able to Feel, To Laugh, To Think, To be Kind, To Love!”
The teacher stood stunned and the whole class was speechless. Today, a girl from the small village reminded them about the precious gifts that god has given us, which are truly a wonder.
Moral: Value what you have, use what you have, trust what you have. You don’t always have to look away to find an inspiration. God has given you all the strength to reach your goals.
Top 10 Fast-growing Technologies To Learn For Success in 2021
Whether you’re a businessman looking for a new technology for your startup or business idea or a tech enthusiast looking for a new tech skill to learn to give your career a boost in 2021, you’re at the right place. Here you’ll learn about the top 10 fast-growing technologies in 2021.
2020 has taught us many things. One of these things is that technology, if used right, can help improve our lives in numerous ways.
When banks, offices, and practically everything else was shut down due to the pandemic, it was the technology that saved us from going insane.
We managed to survive the worst with the help of video calls, group meetings, digital money transfer, video streaming, and other tech solutions. And now when the worst is over, it’s time to upgrade ourselves to include the newest technologies in both our work and our life.
So, what are the new and upcoming technologies that are worth considering for those looking to create next-gen solutions as well as for those looking to upgrade their career skills?
Let’s find out.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Block chain & DeFi
2. Artificial Intelligence
3. Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality(AR&VR)
4. Cyber Security
5. 5G Network
6. IOT (Internet of Things)
7. Machine Learning(ML)
8. Fintech
9. Cloud Computing
10. Voice Assistaance
11. Conclusion
Top 10 Emerging Technologies To Learn & Adopt In 2021
Emerging technology is something that has great future potential but is still vastly unexplored in terms of practical applications.
For instance, blockchain is a life-changing technology that can effectively disrupt not just finance but any industry that deals with digital transactions and security.
Even though people are aware of the potential of blockchain, it’s applications are yet to be realized, which makes it a wonderful technology for anyone looking to learn to upgrade their skills or planning to create a futuristic application.
So, here are the top 10 futuristic technologies with high potential that anyone can consider adopting for their next tech venture.
1. Blockchain & DeFi
Blockchain is probably one of the dearest technologies of today. After all, we badly need a system that is free of middlemen and intermediaries and is fully transparent. And blockchain offers exactly that.
Blockchain is a digital ecosystem that is managed solely by its users. There are no owners or intermediaries in a blockchain network.
It’s a distributed, decentralized network that consists of thousands of nodes (computers) that are interconnected.
Each transaction in a blockchain network is processed through and verified by all the nodes in the network, which means the probability of failure or human error is nil.
Also, the blockchain network is public and, therefore, fully transparent. It’s not governed or managed by any single/centralized entity.
Blockchain technology has potential applications in a variety of sectors, including finance, digital security, voting, cloud computing, medicine, cross-border payments, identity security, cryptocurrency exchange, security tokenization, and more.
Along with blockchain, another system or technology that has emerged as a winner in the modern times is DeFi, or Decentralized Finance, which refers to the use of decentralized technology such as blockchain in the finance market.
Possible Defi applications include peer-to-peer lending and borrowing, p2p investments, p2p shopping, and others.
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2. Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial Intelligence is one of the technologies that we have all been hearing about for a decade or so, but even this technology has not been fully explored yet. There is so much you can do or create using AI.
Artificial Intelligence refers to the integration of intelligence (or the power to think) in machines. In other words, it’s the process of teaching machines to think and act like humans.
AI is going to be at the forefront of tech evolutions in the coming years. Experts estimate the AI market value to cross $400 billion by the next few years. AI can present itself as useful in a number of industries.
For instance, we have already been seeing mobile/smartphone devices inspired by AI that can learn from the user experience and adapt their offerings accordingly.
You can create your mobile app on Artificial Intelligence, build a next-gen, AI-based trading & investment system, or create an AI-powdered trading platform. The opportunities are truly unlimited.
3. Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality (AR & VR)
AR & VR when first introduced about a decade back were expected to be game-changing innovation in the technology field.
Sadly, we are still very far away from seeing mass application or utilization of these futuristic technologies.
As of now, Virtual Reality & Augmented Reality are mostly used in the fields of education and training (presentation), gaming, entertainment, among others.
AR or Augmented Reality refers to the integration of real-world objects into the digital world for the better conveyance of information through text, graphics, audio, and other virtual enhancements.
VR, on the other hand, refers to the creation of a computer-generated artificial three-dimensional environment, with which a user can interact using electronic devices.
We are already seeing the use of AR & VR in the gaming, education, and entertainment industries.
There are now available VR devices from leading companies like Google and Apple. There are games being developed using AR and VR technologies, and it’s only the start.
4. Cyber Security
As the growth of the internet is apparent, so is the probability of cyber threats. Cyber Security is the technology aspect that deals with the security of users and data from a range of internet threats such as hacking, malware, phishing, DoS attack, and others.
Cybersecurity is as important, or maybe more, as the internet itself. In the last decade or so, we have come across many cases of cybercrimes.
There are even designated police to handle such crimes related to cybersecurity. So, the need for cybersecurity is apparent and so is the need for applications and platforms that deal with cybersecurity.
Whether you are looking to build your business on next-gen technology or planning to learn new technology to upgrade your career, Cyber Security is one of the best options today.
5. 5G Network
5G, which stands for the 5th Generation mobile network technology, is an upcoming technology that will offer the internet at a faster speed with the ability to connect multiple devices at the same time with a single hub.
The 5G technology is almost here, which makes it the best time to start creating applications or next-gen solutions on 5G.
The 5G technology when combined with other state-of-the-art techs such as robotics and IoT can present numerous business opportunities.
It will boost the performance of IoT networks by providing a more stable and high-performance internet connection.
Other possible use cases include 5G cloud robotics, machine remote control, autonomous vehicles, industrial automation, and more.
Depending on your particular expertise or industry, you can start building 5G applications to help your customers and boost your business growth.
6. IoT (Internet Of Things)
Internet of Things (IoT) is a term coined first in 1999, which refers to a network consisting of a variety of physical objects.
In the modern world, that network is often referred to as the internet that connects multiple devices and, therefore, allows different devices in the same network to communicate (for the purpose of exchanging data) with each other.
The best modern example of IoT would be Smart Homes, where multiple objects or devices such as TV, refrigerator, smartphone, AC, etc.
Are connected through the home network (internet) and can be controlled using a common interface, both through physical means and voice guidance.
IoT is one of the biggest technology revolutions of our time. It has numerous applications in a variety of niches. If realized properly, it can make processes more effective and cost-efficient.
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7. Machine Learning (ML)
Machine Learning is similar to AI. However, instead of focusing on developing smart machines (with the ability to think), ML deals with creating the ability for machines to learn from past data.
In other words, it allows machines to automatically learn new things and adapt themselves using past data and/or experiences.
Machine Learning has huge scope in a range of sectors, including medical, finance, image recognition, speed recognition, education, classification, traffic prediction, product recommendation based on purchase history, e-commerce, pattern recognition, data analytics, and others.
For instance, a machine or program can be developed that can provide product recommendations to the user based on his/her past purchase history.
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8. Fintech
Fintech is another revolutionary technology that we were blessed to know about in the past decade.
The term ‘Fintech’ is an amalgam of the words Finance and Technology, and it refers to the use of the latest technologies to improve the way financial transactions are performed and/or managed.
The latest and most common applications/examples of Fintech include cryptocurrency (digital currency), global payment transfer (PayPal, etc.), UPI, internet banking, etc.
All these applications deal with the use of technologies like blockchain and UPI to make digital payments faster, more affordable, and secure.
The good thing is that there is still a lot more to achieve in the Fintech industry, and the opportunities to build new solutions and apps inspired by Fintech are numerous.
For instance, you can create a digital payments app like PayPal but using cryptocurrencies as the default way of payment.
9. Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing is rather old technology and has been around for some years now, yet we decided to include it in our list of the top 10 high-potential technologies for 2021 because we believe cloud computing is a futuristic technology and still has miles to go.
Cloud Computing refers to the availability and use of computer resources over the internet (cloud).
It allows users to access and use state-of-the-art computing facilities without the hassle of managing them. It’s like renting the computer power on the cloud for a fee.
Besides data storage, cloud computing can be used for a range of purposes, including easy & secure communication, team meetings, live training, distance learning, real-time collaboration, social marketing, and more.
If you have an idea for a business that can run on the internet and will benefit from secure, low-cost cloud computing or storage, Cloud Computing is for you.
10. Voice Assistance
Voice assistance software and platforms are highly popular these days. With big companies like Amazon (Alexa), Microsoft (Cortana), Apple (Siri), and Google having their own Voice Assistant programs, people using all these platforms now have the ability to send commands using voice.
Voice-based commands are easier and faster to execute. Now, you can make a search on Google using your voice, ask Alexa to play a particular song for you, and much more. Basically, it’s a revolutionary technology with huge opportunities for everyone involved.
AI-driven voice assistance can also be used for analyzing user experience and providing personalized services accordingly.
So, there is huge scope for companies and entrepreneurs that want to build their next applications on Voice Assistance. Also, it’s a cool enough technology for tech-enthusiasts to learn for career-upgrade in 2021.
Conclusion
I hope you like our list of the top 10 fastest-growing technologies for 2021 & beyond. The technology paradigm is shifting very fast, and if you want to keep up with it, make sure that your business is utilizing the latest and the best of modern technologies.
Technology has always been an integral part of our lives, and its role in our overall growth is only going to increase in the coming future.
It is only by accepting the new technology evolutions and adapting ourselves and our business processes according to them can we ensure optimal future growth.
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VITAMINS
Vitamins are complex organic compounds, whose presence in trace amount in the food is essential for growth and other physiological activities. Vitamins do not have any energy value. However they are essential for controlling energy yielding processes. The identified Vitamins are classified as A,B,C,D,E and K. Of these, Vitamins B and C are water soluble in nature. Vegetables and fruits containing these Vitamins it washed in water as cut pieces would loose them easily. Vitamins A,D,E and K,if consumed beyond required level may cause defects, commonly referred to as vitaminosis .
Of the various vitamins, vitamin D or calciferol on exposure to sunlight can be synthesised by our body through the lipid compound called ergosterol,found below our skin. Hence it is known as ‘sunshine vitamin’.
The most functions of vitamins include
Physiological processes
Vitamin A plays a very important role in visual perception. Vitamin E might ensure fertility in animals. The clotting of blood is aided by Vitamin K. Vitamin C provides Immunity against infections and it may also support processes of growth.
Maintenance of body tissues
The epithelial tissue of the body are maintained by vitamin A and B2. The growth of bones is ensured by vitaminD. Vitamin E plays a role in the rejuvenation of tissues. Nourishment to nerve cells is provided by vitamin B1. The process of maturation of erythrocytes is due to vitamin B12.
Metabolic processes
The process of calcium and phosphorus metabolism happens due to the presence of vitamin D. Vitamin E is an antioxidant. Vitamin B1 remains as a co-enzyme in tissue metabolism and it is found useful in the process of oxidation of glucose in CNS. Vitamin B2 is essential for carbohydrate metabolism. Niacin ( vitamin B) plays a role as a co-enzyme and is essential for oxidation-reduction reactions. Normal metabolism of amino acids and fat are due to vitamin B6. Biotin (vitamin B) serves as a co-enzyme and co-factor in oxidative metabolism. Vitamin C activates certain intra-cellular enzymes.
Vitamin Deficiency Ailments
Vitamin A
1. Atrophy of lacrymal glands of the eye and reduction in tear secretion.
2. Corneal epithilium becomes red and dry (xerosis). It may also become wrinkled and keratinised ( xeropthalmia). Appearance of Bitot’s spot in the cornea might happen.
Vitamin D
Defective calcification of bone,deficiency of vitamins-D,causes rickets in growing children and osteomalacia in adults.
Vitamin E
Rare in human, sterility in experimental animals.
Vitamin K
1. Lack of vitamin K leads to defect in blood coagulation.
2. In humans,vitamin-K deficiency leads to haemorrhagic manifestations.
Vitamin B1
Gross deficiency of vitamins B1,leads to a condition known as beri beri. Beriberi affects nervous and cardiovascular systems. In children and infants the onset is acute.
Vitamin B2
Loss of appetite and other gastro-intestinal symptoms, soreness and burning of lips,mouth and tongue. Fissures appear at edges of the mouth.
Vitamin Niacin
Its deficiency leads to pellagra. The principal symptoms of pellagra include mental changes, (dementia) dermatitis and stomatitis. The tongue becomes smooth, red and painful.
Vitamin C
Its deficiency in the body leads to scurvy, a disease charaterised by bleeding gums,loosening and falling out of teeth and intra muscular haemorrages. In the absence of this vitamin the collagen and connective tissue proteins are not synthesised properly.
Importance of good mental health
Mental health includes psychological, emotional and social well-being. It affects the way we act, think, feel and react to certain things. It helps us to assess how we take decisions, handle stressful situations and make choices. It is an important element of human life which matters throughout the entire life of a person, not at just some particular point of time.
Today, almost everyone leads a competitive life with busy schedules Everyone is in such a hurry that we often tend to forget to keep check on our mental state. And this is not a healthy habit. Just as our physical health, our mental health is also very important, and one should not ignore it.
Determinants of mental health
Multiple psychological, social and biological factors determine the level of the mental health of a person. For instance, person who lives in a stressful or disturbing environment is at higher risk of having poor mental health. Similarly, poor physical health, unhealthy lifestyle and biological factors genetics can also be reason of one’s bad mental health.
Mental Health Awareness
Is the world becoming a meme?
I feel in today’s time, you are truly successful if a meme is based on you.
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What is a meme?
The word meme is the short form of greek word mīmēma which means ‘imitated thing’. According to Wikipedia, a humorous image, video or text that is copied and rapidly spread by the internet users. It has become a lifestyle through which people give out their creativity. The reason it has become so popular is the connection viewers feel between them and the events portrayed.
With the rise in meme culture, meme makers that are known as memers have increased incredibly since, its not a tough task to make a meme, but being consistent and up to date is an important and must to have skill. With the decline in humour of COMEDY industry memes have come as life saviors.
How it came into existence
Memes have literally evolved with the internet and they became a thing in the mid 1990s. Memes in the form of short clips were shared by peope in usenet forums. People put their humor into the right place or as we see a right template. Earlier they were shared via mails, messages or even newspapers and as the electronics took over social media became a meme hub. It has become an important aspect of marketing strategy. Whenever a movie is about to be released, memes related to it are all over the internet, a very smart move by the marketing people because what’s better than meme when you want your stuff to be known by the audience.
Pros of meme
- Gives us a reason to SMILE: Feeling bored? Scroll through social media memes. Sad? Obviously memes!! Sometimes we are feeling down and really have someone to talk to, thats when people start looking for relatable things and memes provide them the feeling of satisfaction that there are others just like us, who go through similar things. They are meant to be funny even with the darkest of humor.
- A source of income: Big brands like Domino’s, IPL, are hiring professionals memers for their marketing. It helps them in popularity and also gives their fans a chance to interact with them via internet. Not only brand but celebrities share memes nowadays. Big meme pages get paid promotions regularly. Meme accounts, which these people started a few years ago have become a good source of income for them.
- A link between friends: You can’t talk to your friends everyday but you can share memes. Sharing memes has become a trend. There are groups for this single purpose where this small happiness is shared everyday and people connect to each other without having a proper conversation.
- Free of cost! This is the best thing about memes. You can get them anywhere and anytime without spending a single penny. Who doesn’t like to get things free?
According to psychologist paul Thagard in a 2013 web article, memes are not a good way to express extreme thoughts.
Cons of memes
- Offensive: memes that are funny to some might be offensive to others. With time they have become controversial, though hurting other’s sentiments should be avoided but you never know what can hurt people. This offensive side of meme culture gets unnoticed. People don’t understand the depth of it.
- Negativity: lately everything that goes viral becomes a meme and with it goes hate. People hate on others who they dislike or disagree with. For example, few days ago a lady was seen slapping a guy and soon as the matter was discovered, people got their fresh meme material much of which was funny but a small portion if it was purely bad taste. Abusing or hating should never be considered right in memes.
- Short lived: memes get famous for a short period of time and are replaces by others as soon as something new comes in market. They are forgotten easily and sometimes you just get bored of them because there are so many similar memes they don’t appeal to us the same way others do.
Conclusion
Despite the pros and cons, it’s important for the public especially youngsters to understand that memes are just a means of making people laugh but within the limits. We need to understand that mocking others or using the memes to laugh on sensitive topics should be avoided. There have been many incidents in the past where people have made meme without acknowledging the seriousness of the matter. Just yesterday I saw a meme on people who got killed by clinging to the plane in Afghanistan.
On the other hand there have been cases where memes have saved people in their gloomy days. And they have also been helpful in spreading information on a wide scale. We get the news of an earthquake from meme fater than the media. Funny but true.
Meme culture can have repercussions on our mental well being, it affects the way we see our society and sometimes stops us from changing by approving our toxic traits.
Let’s not make this world a meme and keep it real. Laugh at funny but be serious when required. Laughing about negative aspects of human life is not ok. Making memes on suicide, depression and other such matters is not ok. Turning these serious matters into trivial ones is not ok!! Let’s enjoy memes that are really funny and within the limits.
On a lighter note…
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