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Scientific Trajectories in Indian Virology: Innovations, Institutions, and Impact
Abstract: India's substantial research on epidemiology, virology, and public health measures has helped the world understand viral infections better. This article gives an overview of virus research in India, starting with early studies on arboviruses and enteroviruses and going all the way up to current studies on new and re-emerging pathogens including SARS-CoV-2, Nipah, and Zika viruses. Over the decades, India has built a rich legacy in virus research through pioneering …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Epidemiology and transmission of infectious diseases study using Machine learning
Abstract: Infectious diseases remain a formidable global health challenge, characterized by rapid evolution and complex transmission dynamics that often outpace traditional epidemiological surveillance and response mechanisms. This study investigates the transformative potential of machine learning (ML) methodologies to enhance our understanding and prediction of infectious disease epidemiology and transmission. Leveraging diverse datasets—including clinical records, genomic sequences, environmental factors, social mobility data, and real-time digital footprints—we studies and presented various ML models …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Experimental Study on Mechanical and Tribological Characterization of Arecanut Shell Fibre Reinforced Composites with MWCNT Nanofillers
Abstract: Natural fiber-reinforced composites (NFRCs) are emerging as sustainable alternatives to conventional synthetic composites due to their eco-friendliness, cost-effectiveness, and favorable mechanical properties. This study evaluates the mechanical and tribological performance of Areca Nutshell Fiber (ANSF)-reinforced epoxy composites with multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) as nanofillers. The composites were fabricated using the vacuum bag molding technique. Tensile tests assessed strength, modulus, and elongation, while flexural tests evaluated bending resistance. Pin-on-disc tests examined …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 47–64 Read article
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Perfluorinated Composites for Optical Fiber Development for Optical Communications
Abstract: Free Space Optical (FSO) communication is a new generation of high-speed technology that utilizes light as the carrier to transfer information through free space, e.g., air, outer space, and vacuum. In comparison with traditional systems of communication, FSO offers a wonderful bandwidth advantage with less cost and ease of installation. This study compares the performance of two other FSO systems using advanced polymer composites such as Perfluorinated polymers in designing …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 661–674 Read article
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Genetic Detection of Hepatitis C -Virus and Occult Hepatitis B in Patients from Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Governorate, Iraq.
Abstract: Recently, a noticeable increase in the prevalence of occult Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infections has been observed among clinical cases such as patients undergoing hemodialysis, blood transfusion, liver diseases, and thalassemia worldwide. To limit and control this spread, the present study was conducted to investigate and detect the molecular presence of HCV and occult HBV using the Nested PCR technique, as well as to observe …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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A Comprehensive Study of Sensor and Camera Fusion for Real-Time Parking Space Detection
Abstract: Due to the rapid growth in urban vehicle density, there have been major problems in the effective management of parking space, which has caused congestion, more traveling time, wastage of fuel, and environmental pollution. Conventional parking systems are very ineffective, as they are based on manual surveillance and cannot provide drivers with much real-time information. To overcome these challenges, the present paper explores the design, development, and operation of a …
Published in Trends in Transport Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–16 Read article
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A Study on accelerating threat of Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs) and imperative for a proactive, interdisciplinary Global Health Security Framework
Abstract: Emerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs) represent one of the most critical and persistent threats to global health security in the 21st century. Driven primarily by the synergy of unprecedented human encroachment into wild habitats, climate change-induced ecological disruption, accelerated international travel, and antimicrobial resistance, the frequency and severity of zoonotic spillover events are rapidly increasing. Traditional, reactive public health measures—focused on containment after an emergence—have repeatedly proven insufficient, leading to catastrophic …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–21 Read article
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Comprehensive Review of Composite Materials: Classification, Manufacturing Methods, Mechanical Behavior, Failure Modes, and Emerging Applications
Abstract: Composite materials have emerged as one of the most significant classes of engineered materials due to their ability to deliver high strength to weight ratios, enhanced durability, and tailored multifunctionality. Over the past two decades, rapid progress in polymer chemistry, advanced reinforcement architectures, additive manufacturing, and automated fabrication has expanded the applicability of composites across aerospace, automotive, biomedical, civil, and renewable energy sectors. This paper provides a comprehensive review of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 923–939 Read article
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Nanoformulation Strategies: Emerging Innovations in Drug Delivery Systems
Abstract: Nanotechnology is significantly advancing the pharmaceutical industry by introducing nanosystems that improve drug delivery, therapeutic efficacy, and patient outcomes. Various nanosystems-such as liposomes, dendrimers, polymeric nanoparticles, solid lipid nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, and metallic nanoparticles-offer benefits like enhanced bioavailability, targeted delivery, improved stability, and reduced side effects. Innovative formulation strategies, including surface functionalization, particle size optimization, and use of biodegradable carriers, support controlled and sustained drug release. Additionally, production in non-aqueous …
Published in International Journal of Toxins and Toxics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 54–67 Read article
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Tailoring Toughness of Pineapple Leaf Fiber-Reinforced Epoxy Composites Using Halloysite Nanotubes
Abstract: This comprehensive study investigates the effects of halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) on the impact strength and fracture toughness of pineapple leaf fabric-reinforced epoxy (PALF/Ep) composites with an emphasis on sustainable material development. ASTM D256 and ASTM D5045 standards were followed in the fabrication of the composites. HNT weight percentages were systematically changed from 0 to 3wt% through using solution mixing and manual lay-up techniques, and vacuum bagging was used to obtain …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 261–272 Read article
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Nutrition Induced Gut Microbiota Modulation in Food Animals: Implications for Viral Susceptibility, Shedding and Transmission Dynamics for Sustainable Development
Abstract: The gut microbiota has emerged as a central mediator linking host nutrition, immune competence, and vulnerability to viral pathogens in food animals. Diet is a primary driver of microbial community structure and function, influencing metabolite production, intestinal barrier integrity, and systemic antiviral immunity. Accumulating evidence indicates that nutrition induced modulation of the gut microbiota can substantially alter viral susceptibility, replication, and shedding patterns, with downstream effects on transmission dynamics within …
Published in International Journal of Virus Studies · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 46–56 Read article
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Typhoid Fever: Etiology, Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Management
Abstract: Typhoid fever is a systemic and potentially life-threatening infectious disease caused by Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi, which primarily spreads through the fecal-oral route via ingestion of contaminated food and water. It continues to be a major global public health concern, particularly in developing and low-resource countries where poor sanitation, inadequate personal hygiene, and unsafe water supplies prevail. The disease is characterized by prolonged high-grade fever, abdominal discomfort, headache, loss of …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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The Parasitic Fingerprint: Tracing Infection to Host Illness
Abstract: Parasitic infections remain a major global health burden, causing significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. A critical aspect of disease pathogenesis is the unique molecular and cellular imprint left by parasites in their hosts, termed the “parasitic fingerprint.” These fingerprints encompass parasite-derived proteins, nucleic acids, metabolites, extracellular vesicles, and host responses, including gene expression changes, cytokine profiles, and metabolic adaptations. Advances in multi-omics technologies, which integrate …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–50 Read article
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Synthesis of Graphene-CeO2 Nanocomposite with Enhanced Electrochemical Properties
Abstract: For the fabrication of graphene–cerium oxide (CeO₂G) composites, 99 mg of cerium oxide (CeO₂, 99.9%) was uniformly dispersed in 100 mL of deionized water via ultra-sonication (40 kHz) to achieve a stable suspension, followed by the incorporation of 1 mg of synthesized graphene. The resulting mixture was maintained at ambient temperature (25 ± 2 °C) under continuous magnetic stirring at 500 rpm for 2 h to promote effective interfacial interaction …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1355–1373 Read article
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Hybrid Smart Parking System Enriched with IoT
Abstract: Urban zones demand progressive parking methods which emerged as a response to increasing requirements for efficient parking operations. Traditional parking operations run improperly thus creating both highway delays and fuel inefficiency and ecological degradation. And internet of things technology demonstrates the development of smart parking system that both grows IOT capacity and delivers real-time parking status announcement. ESP32 microcontrollers together with IR sensors process data through cloud storage to show …
Published in Journal of Instrumentation Technology & Innovations · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Complex Space-Time and the Structure of Relativistic Quantum Theory
Abstract: Relativistic quantum mechanics was developed to reconcile the principles of quantum mechanics with Einstein’s theory of relativity. Despite its success in describing high-energy particles, the theory continues to face unresolved conceptual and mathematical difficulties, particularly in relation to the nature of time, causality, and relativistic consistency. In recent years, the idea of extending space-time into the complex domain has emerged as a useful and potentially meaningful approach to these problems. …
Published in Recent Trends in Mathematics · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Mn Doping–Induced Enhancement of Ethanol Gas Sensitivity in CuO/Cu₂O/Cu Composites
Abstract: A composite of CuO/Cu2O/Cu was synthesized by heating cupric acetate up to 600 °C for 2 hours in air. The properties of pure CuO films and CuO/Cu2O/Cu films were compared. Films were fabricated by the doctor blade method. Polyethylene glycol was used as a binder to prepare films. Mn was doped to composite to enhance the gas sensing properties. Compositions of Mn doped samples were confirmed using XRFS. According to …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Seroprevalence and Immunity to Dengue Virus Among Women in Punjab: A Public Health Concern
Abstract: Dengue virus (DENV) infection continues to be a public health concern in Punjab, India, where women are at higher risk because of socioeconomic factors. This cross-sectional study sought to assess the DENV seroprevalence, their neutralizing antibody profiles, and the risk factors associated with DENV among a sample of 1,200 women (aged 18–50 years) in Punjab. Serum samples were processed by IgG/IgM ELISA, and plaque reduction neutralization tests (PRNT90) were done …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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An Overview on Harnessing Microwave Frequencies for Next-Generation Satellite Communication and Earth Observation
Abstract: In the vacuum of space, where traditional cables cannot reach, humanity has woven an invisible, high-speed infrastructure made of oscillating electromagnetic waves. At the heart of this architecture lies the microwave spectrum—the unsung hero that enables everything from global GPS navigation to real-time climate monitoring. The evolution of global connectivity and environmental monitoring is intrinsically linked to the mastery of the microwave spectrum. As satellite constellations transition from traditional Geostationary …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Genomic Characterization of Emerging Arboviruses in Rural India
Abstract: Arboviruses (arthropod-borne viruses) represent a rapidly evolving group of pathogens responsible for significant morbidity and mortality, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. Rural India, characterized by dense vector populations, changing ecological patterns, and limited healthcare infrastructure, has become a hotspot for the emergence and re-emergence of arboviral diseases such as dengue, chikungunya, Japanese encephalitis, and more recently, Zika virus infections. Advances in genomic technologies, including next-generation sequencing (NGS), metagenomics, and …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article