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1778 articles for “Assessment”
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Durability Assessment of Self Compacting, Self Curing Concrete Incorporating Crushed Rock Powder and Mineral Admixtures
Abstract: Curing plays a crucial role in achieving the desired strength, characteristics, and durability of concrete. Negligent curing practices can lead to adverse effects on hydration and mechanical properties of concrete. In recent times, self-curing concrete has gained significant attention due to its potential in reducing water loss through the use of self-curing agents. The Present Research study focus on investigation on durability characteristics of self-curing self-compacting concrete using crushed rock …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 10, 2023 · pp. 25–35 Read article
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In Silico Assessment of Demethoxycurcumin: Molecular Docking and Computational Insights into its various therapeutic Potential
Abstract: Natural compounds are increasingly explored for their therapeutic potential in medical research. Here, we focused on demethoxycurcumin (DMC), a polyphenolic bioactive compound extracted from Curcuma longa, commonly found in turmeric. DMC, with a chemical formula of C20H18O5 and a molecular weight of 340 g/mol, possesses two aromatic ring systems, each featuring a β-diketone moiety connected by a seven-carbon chain. This unique structure allows DMC to engage in tautomerism, which is …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Towards Green Energy: Assessing Biomass Densification Technologies for Power Generation
Abstract: Technologies for biomass densification have become essential for improving the profitability and efficiency of biomass-based energy production. This thorough review article examines several biomass densification-related topics, such as the technologies involved, process variables, benefits, difficulties, and possible uses. We explore the basic ideas behind biomass densification, including torrefaction, briquetting, and palletization, and we talk about the factors that affect their efficacy as well as their mechanisms. Furthermore, we examine the …
Published in International Journal of Energy and Thermal Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Assessing the Permeability of Bentonite with Sand, Marble Dust, and Fly Ash mixture with and without Effect of Permeate Solution for the Development of Efficient and Cost-Effective Landfill Liner for Sustainable Waste Management and Environmental Preservation
Abstract: This exploration paper researches the capability of further developing landfill liner materials by integrating varying percentages of bentonite into sand, marble dust, and fly ash mixtures. The study focuses on determining whether these mixtures are suitable for development of landfill liner by examining their permeability properties. Bentonite, a clay known for its high swelling and sealing properties, is added to sand, marble dust, and fly ash at different range from …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Comparative Study to Assess the Knowledge of Higher Secondary School Students Regarding Career Counselling in Selected Rural and Urban Schools of Kashmir
Abstract: Background: Career counseling assists individuals in choosing appropriate educational and occupational choices and making career options based on future employment demands and requirements. Career counseling comprises a wide variety of professional activities that assist people in overcoming career-related obstacles. Aim: The primary objective of the study was to evaluate the understanding of career counseling among students in chosen rural and urban high schools in Kashmir. Method: This study employed a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Assessing ESL Learners in Narrative Writing with Gamification through Storium: A Quantitative Study
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate the use of the gamification approach from Storium to improve the narrative writing abilities of students learning English as a Second Language (ESL). Learners generate an interest in both studying and playing. Also, the study investigates the evaluation and practicability of gamification for English as a Second Language (ESL) students. The present study employs quantitative research method to study the findings. They …
Published in Recent Trends in Social Studies · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Assessing Efficacy and Safety: Oxytocin Monotherapy vs. Oxytocin + Carbetocin Combination Therapy
Abstract: Objective: Comparing the Effectiveness between Oxytocin monotherapy and Oxytocin + Carbetocin. Methods: A prospective, non-randomized, observational study focusing on 221 women with CS was conducted. The patients eligible based on inclusion and exclusion criteria were screened and final sample size was 139. Individual patient data including patient demographics, medical history, OT notes, pre and post CBC reports, and safety data were obtained from the patient records. The study compared between …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 40–51 Read article
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Assessment of the Prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus Risk Cases Among Middle Age Group People
Abstract: The cognizance of diabetes mellitus to humankind is as old as their own history of civilization. Description about diabetes is mentioned in Greek, Egyptian, Arabic, Chinese, and even in Indian medicine. Mellitus is a Latin word. The presence of a sweet taste in urine is employed to differentiate it from other poly uric conditions where glycosuria is not present. Diabetes is currently recognized as a diverse group of diseases characterized …
Published in International Journal of Community Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Design and Assessment of Fixed Dose Combination Containing Fenofibrate and Pravastatin Sodium in Tablet Formulation: A Bioinformatics Approach
Abstract: The aim of this is study is to formulate and evaluate fixed dose combination of Fenofibrate and Pravastatin sodium in tablet dosage for the treatment of Dyslipidemia. For the formulation and optimization of fenofibrate layer, two factor three level factorial design was used as experimental design for optimization with a minimum of nine run. All the nine trial (F1–F9) has been formulated according to the experimental design by wet granulation …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Heavy Metal Assessment of Rainwater from Owerri Metropolis and Suburbs of Imo State, Nigeria Using GIS, MATLAB and ANN Models.
Abstract: Three hundred and fifty (350) rainwater samples were collected from 35 select locations within Owerri Metropolis, Ehime Mbano and Mbaitoli LGAs and analyzed for Cd, Cu, Fe, Zn, and Pb using standard instrumental methods. The results were compared with the World Health Organization (WHO), National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), Federal Environmental Protection Agency (FEPA) and National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) Standards for drinking water …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 38–57 Read article
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Assessing the Effectiveness of Industrial Energy Audits: A Literature Review
Abstract: Indian economy plans to conserve the energy which is consumed by the industrial sector. Government of India has made it mandatory to conduct periodic energy audits in the industrial sector which is to be followed up with a practical implementation of energy conservation (ECON) measures as suggested by the energy audit team. Energy audit has been conducted in two phases namely, pre-audit and post audit phase. During pre-audit phase, initially, …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Physical Disability Among Students
Abstract: Studies suggest that college students often have a very vague knowledge regarding physical disabilities, and they tend to alter their attitude from the limited awareness without understanding the aspect in detail. It is sometimes noticed that people or even their own peers are highly neglected or are sometimes a topic of mockery. This quantitative study will consist of a structured questionnaire which will revolve around the knowledge and attitude of …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–28 Read article
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Intelligent Machine for Food Quality and Safety Assessment
Abstract: This paper presents the development of an intelligent fruit and vegetable classification system aimed at reducing food waste and infections caused by spoiled items. Using artificial intelligence and sensor data, our system classifies items into three categories: ripe, unripe, and rotten, and employs servo motors to sort them into respective baskets. The classification process utilizes real-time temperature, humidity, and image data captured by the camera and processed by the laptop. …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Assessing the Efficacy of Carica Papaya Leaf Extract in Preventing Thrombocytopenia: A Review
Abstract: A clinical condition known as thrombocytopenia is characterized by a low platelet count (less than 150 × 103/μL) in the blood, which leads to an imbalance in hemostasis and can result in multiple deadly consequences. Although the exact causes are not always known, they always lead to death by interfering with the formation of platelets and encouraging their destruction. Research demonstrates that Carica papaya leaf has special medicinal and therapeutic …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacognosy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 25–33 Read article
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Toxicological Optimization and Assessment of Buccal Films Containing Felodipine Co-crystals to Enhance Bioavailability
Abstract: The preformulation study of felodipine was carried out and it was found that the drug is poorly water soluble. The co-crystals were prepared using three different co-formers sorbitol, ascorbic acid and oxalic acid. The solublity enhancement was observed in combination with sorbitol compared to other co-formers used. The characterization of co crystals was performed like PXRD, FTIR, SEM Analysis. XRD results indicates the amorphous form of the drug. The co-crystals …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 10–29 Read article
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Assessment of exacerbation of Depression in pulmonary tuberculosis patients by using PHQ-9 scale at Tertiary Care Hospital
Abstract: Context: Depression leads to more dysfunction and stress, which could affect the patient's life condition. Tuberculosis is a leading cause of comorbidity with depression. Those suffering from tuberculosis and depression are at higher risk of bad health-seeking nature, resulting in higher morbidities, drug resistance, and mortality. The relationship is not well established. Aims: To identify multiple variables/ dependent factors affecting depression respectively in tuberculosis patients and check the medication adherence …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Post Dialysis Dietary Regulations Among Care Givers of Chronic Kidney Disease Patient Undergoing Hemodialysis in Selected Hemodialysis Unit at Agartala, West Tripura
Abstract: Introduction and objectives of the study: - Chronic renal failure is a gradual, irreversible decline in kidney function, leading to uremia. This condition necessitates hemodialysis to manage the body's internal environment. Dialysis becomes essential at the final stage of chronic kidney disease, known as end-stage renal disease. Objectives of the study are as: i) The objectives of this study are: i) To evaluate caregivers' understanding of dietary regulations following dialysis …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 89–103 Read article
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Assessment of Milk Quality Optimization of Yogurt Fermentation
Abstract: In the creation of new products, yogurt makers need to prioritize consumer preferences to enhance their market share. An advanced prediction method will help in grasping the fundamental connection between consumer preferences and sensory attributes. This study introduces a new deep learning approach that employs an autoencoder to derive product features from expert-scored sensory attributes. These sensory features are then analyzed through support vector machine regression to align them with …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Dairy Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Chemical Composition and Antimicrobial Efficacy of Ferula persica Extracts: A Phytochemical and Bioactivity Assessment in Iraq
Abstract: The research presented in the tables focuses on analyzing the chemical content of extracts from the Ferula persica plant, a wild species in Iraq with significant medical and therapeutic importance dating back to ancient times. This study involved testing some chemical and physical properties of the alcoholic extract of the plant's aerial parts and evaluating its antimicrobial activity, specifically against Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) and Escherichia coli (E. coli). The …
Published in International Journal of Tropical Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Assessment of Groundwater Quality in Jaipur District, Rajasthan, India, Using Water Quality Index
Abstract: There are both open and closed bore wells. This research focuses on evaluating the groundwater quality in Jaipur by utilizing the Water Quality Index. For this comprehensive study, 22 water samples were meticulously collected from open and closed bore wells distributed across 22 different blocks within the district. The analysis involved measuring key physicochemical parameters, including pH, electrical conductivity, temperature, total dissolved solids, and salinity. These parameters were chosen due …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 38–46 Read article