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294 articles for “pre-test and post-test”
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Artificial Neural Network Modelling to Optimize Micro-Drilling Parameters of ECDM of Developed Novel Zn/(Ag+Fe)-MMC
Abstract: Several engineering fields have increased their use of metal matrix composites (MMCs) in the past few years. Due to the increase in composites, the demand for accurate machining has also become important. Specifically, pertaining to biomaterial applications, accuracy factor with desired surface finish is critical. While the near-net shape manufacturing process has advanced, MMCs frequently require post-mould machining to achieve surface quality, and dimensional tolerances. In the present study, a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Knowledge and awareness regarding primary teeth and their importance amongst postgraduate students of specialty other than pediatric dentistry in and around Vadodara city, India – A questionnaire survey
Abstract: AbstractPrimary teeth play an inevitable role in eating, phonetics, esthetics and also act as a spacemaintainer for permanent teeth. Therefore, their retention with a timely checkup and proper intervention due to caries is required till eruption of permanent teeth. This is to prevent the early tooth loss due to caries which is more frequent scenario. This is due to unawareness, ignorance and negligence amongst parents about children’s oral hygiene resulting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of a Structured Teaching Program on Caregivers’ Awareness of the Adverse Effects of Bottle Feeding in a Chosen Community Area: A Quasi-Experimental Study in Shri Goindwal Sahib, Tarn-Taran, Punjab
Abstract: Background of the study: Breast milk is the recommended nourishment for all infants. All the babies regardless the type of delivery should be given early and exclusive breastfeeding up to 6 months of age. Except breastfeeding, there are many practices followed by caregivers like bottle feeding, cup feeding, paladai feeding, katori and spoon feeding etc. but one of the most common practice is India is bottle feeding which causes various …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 39–44 Read article
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Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction with a Synthetic Material Graft: Surgical Techniques and Effectiveness
Abstract: The aim of our study is to analyses the clinical results of reconstruction using the synthetic material in patients who had presented with a symptomatic torn anterior cruciate ligament. Method: Between January 2014 and January 2018, we have researched 42 patients with isolated, symptomatic anterior cruciate ligament injury. Before the operation, all the patients should be taken physical examination and analysed; physical findings and functional scores were recorded and knee …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Menstrual Hygiene Among the Adolescent Girls in Kanpur
Abstract: Background: Adolescent girls are less aware or unaware about menstrual hygiene and diseases occurring from unhygienic menstrual practice. Therefore, the present study aims to assess the effectiveness of a structured teaching program in improving menstrual hygiene knowledge. Method: The study utilized a quasi-experimental, one-group pretest-posttest design, with 40 adolescent girls chosen as participants using a simple random sampling method. Result: The mean pretest knowledge score was 1.90, while the mean …
Published in International Journal of Midwifery Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Assessing Knowledge and Awareness of Artificial Intelligence in Academic Research Among Tertiary Students in Ghana
Abstract: Background: While Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies are evolving rapidly in education, a major deficit in tertiary students' awareness and use of AI-based academic research is observed in Ghana. Prior research notes general awareness but limited use in practice and mentions issues with trust, ethics, and accessibility. Methodology: A cross-sectional survey was undertaken with a sample size of 450 undergraduates and postgraduates from diverse disciplines through stratified random sampling. The study …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Serum Advanced Oxidation Protein Products (Aopp) in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (Oscc): Possible Markers of Diagnostic Significance
Abstract: The aim of this study was to measure the concentrations/levels of serum, total proteins and advanced oxidation protein products as the markers of oxidant mediated protein damage in the sera of patients with oral cancers. The study consisted of the sera analysis of serum total protein, albumin and advanced oxidation protein products’ levels in 30 age and sex-matched controls, 60 patients with reported pre-cancerous lesions and/or conditions and 60 patients …
Published in Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 16–29 Read article
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Assessing the Increasing Incidence of Prostate Cancer in Urban Delhi: Risk Factors, Early Detection, and Treatment Challenges
Abstract: Background: Prostate cancer has emerged as the second most prevalent cancer among men in India, with rapidly increasing incidence rates in urban areas like Delhi. This rise is attributed to urbanization, lifestyle changes (high-fat diets, tobacco use, sedentary behavior), increased life expectancy, and improved diagnostics. Despite its growing burden, low awareness, limited screening programs, and treatment barriers hinder early detection and effective management. This study examines the epidemiological trends, risk …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Assessment of the Post-Harvest Chicken Egg Handling Practices in Gamo and Konso Zones of South Ethiopia
Abstract: The study was conducted starting from September to December 2024 in two districts of South Ethiopia with the objective of assessing the prevailing post-harvest chicken egg handling practices, storage materials, duration of storage, and marketing in the rural household. An aggregate of 120 family units were selected randomly from selected peasant area and interviewed by pre-tested questionnaires. The collected data were analyzed by Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS, 2010) …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 61–69 Read article
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Suitability of Additive Manufacturing Process in Optical Lens Production
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing is one of the non-conventional methods of manufacturing that is gaining immense popularity for its ease to manufacture customized parts. The lenses have always been manufactured using a continuous process of Blanking, Surface generation, Edging and Centering, Grinding, Polishing, and Coating. But the conventional processes demand large inventories and more time. Customization of lenses may also be possible if a process like Additive Manufacturing is implemented. Also, the …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Optimizing Mango Harvest Timing in the Nasik Region (Maharashtra, India) by CNNs (Residual Network 101)
Abstract: The determination of optimal harvest timing is one of the most critical decisions in mango production, directly affecting postharvest quality, market value, transportation resilience, and export readiness. In regions such as Nashik, Maharashtra—one of India’s major fruit- producing belts—the climatic variability, cultivar differences, monsoon patterns, and market- driven pressures make accurate harvest timing essential. Traditional maturity assessment relies on subjective visual inspection, specific gravity, or destructive testing, each of which …
Published in Journal of Image Processing & Pattern Recognition Progress · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Suitability of Additive Manufacturing Process in Optical Lens Production
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing is one of the non-conventional methods of manufacturing that is gaining immense popularity for its ease to manufacture customized parts. The lenses have always been manufactured using a continuous process of Blanking, Surface generation, Edging and Centering, Grinding, Polishing, and Coating. But the conventional processes demand large inventories and more time. Customization of lenses may also be possible if a process like Additive Manufacturing is implemented. Also, the …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology Read article
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Assess the Level of Knowledge in Clinical Toxicology Among the Delegates Attended the State Level Conference in Clinical Toxicology
Abstract: This abstract highlights the essential role of healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and physician assistants, in continually learning and enhancing their skills in clinical toxicology. Clinical toxicology is a crucial field for managing patients who have been poisoned or are experiencing drug overdoses. In a hospital setting, the professionals, such as those working in the poison control center, play a vital role as first responders in cases of toxicological emergencies. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 14–18 Read article
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A Study on The Combined Effectiveness of Cognitive Training and Multisensory Approaches on Improving Balance and Gait in Type II Diabetic Neuropathy
Abstract: Aim: The aim of the present study was to determine the combined effectiveness of Cognitive Training (CT) and Multisensory (MS) Approaches on improving balance and gait in type II diabetic neuropathy. Purpose: One of the most prevalent consequences of diabetes mellitus is neuropathy. Intrinsic foot muscle weakness may cause a change in gait, loss of balance, and the potential to fall due to diabetic polyneuropathy, which affects the nervous system's …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–40 Read article
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The Effect of Er,Cr:YSGG Laser Treatment to Healing of Orthodontically Stimulated Gingival Enlargements
Abstract: Objectives: The objective of this study was to evaluate the healing process of gingival enlargement in adolescents with and without fixed orthodontic appliances by using erbium, chromium:yttrium-scandium-gallium-garnet laser (Er,Cr:YSGG) and scaling-root planning and conventional scalpel for 3 months follow-up. Material and method: 30 patients with gingival enlargement divided in three groups were treated. Control group, without fixed orthodontic appliances, were treated mechanically by scaling-root planning and conventional scalpel only. Test …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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An Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Valsalva Maneuver Prior to Intravenous Cannulation on Pain Perception among Patients Undergoing Venous Cannulation at HAHC Hospital in Delhi
Abstract: An experimental study was done to assess the effectiveness of valsalva maneuver prior to IV cannulation on pain perception among patients undergoing venous cannulation at HAHC hospital in Delhi. The objectives of the study were to assess the level of pain during IV cannulation among the experimental group, to assess the level of pain during IV cannulation among the control group, to compare the level of pain during IV cannulation …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Surgery · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Comparative Assessment of Conversion Degree, Resin Tag Depth, and Mineral Deposition in Adhesive Resin Enhanced with Inorganic Nanofillers such as Cerium Dioxide and Tantalum Oxide Nanoparticles
Abstract: The World Health Organization (WHO) characterizes dental caries as the deterioration of tooth enamel resulting from acids generated by microbial activity on carbohydrates. Untreated dental caries can lead to pain, eating and sleeping difficulties, and systemic health issues, ultimately diminishing the quality-of-life Composite restorative materials moderately became one of the most used restorative materials for anterior restorations and also is used more extensively for restoring posterior teeth which are having …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 110–118 Read article
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Sky Maharasana Yogic Exercise for Postural Problems
Abstract: The purpose of the study was to sort out the benefits of SKY Maharasana Yogic Exercise (SKYMYE) practices to relieve from the postural problems of the back pain among working women. It was hypothesized that there would be significant differences in postural problems with the effect of SKYMYE practices among the working women. For the present study, 50 female working women from Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu were selected at random …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 19–22 Read article
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The Effect of Magnesium and Zinc Lozenge on Postoperative Sequelae after Third Molar Surgery: A Prospective Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study
Abstract: Background: The postoperative sequelae after third molar surgery include pain, swelling and trismus, Magnesium has antinociceptive effects that can prevent central sensitization caused by peripheral nociceptive stimulation by blocking the N-methyl-D-aspartate-type glutamate receptors, Zinc acts as anti-inflammatory agent, can promote wound healing, immune system modulation, tissue repair, and significant reduction in the use of analgesics for oral pain. This study was aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Magnesium and Zinc …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 10–18 Read article
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Study The Effect of The Alcoholic and Hot Aqueous Extract of Costus specious on Some Bacterial Species
Abstract: Plant extracts are among the methods that have been used since ancient times in alternative medicine and are still developing until recently with the progress of science and modern technologies. These materials can be used in the composition of many pharmaceutical drugs. The current research aimed to evaluate the inhibitory effect of alcoholic and hot aqueous extract of the roots of Costus specious on some gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria (Enterococcus …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 13–18 Read article