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The future of global immunisation strategies: an examination of vaccines
Abstract: Vaccination is still one of the best ways to improve public health, but worldwide immunization plans are facing new scientific, societal, and logistical problems. This article looks at the future of global immunization programs by looking at present and new vaccine technology, delivery systems, and policy frameworks. It looks at new technologies including mRNA platforms, thermostable vaccines, and new ways to distribute vaccinations that could help more people get them …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Material-Integrated Energy Management: Role of Advanced Polymers and Composites in Smart Homes
Abstract: The article discusses the possibility of improving the performance as well as the sustainability of smart-home-based energy management systems (EMS) by applying advanced polymeric and composite materials. Smart homes today are placing greater requirements on lightweight, thermally stable, high durability, and electrically conducting compounds in such important aspects of the devices as batteries, substrate layers in solar panels, thermally resistant enclosures, and high efficiency thermal insulation on intelligent appliances. Such …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1361–1374 Read article
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AI-Driven Precision Nutrition: Advancing Personalized Dietary Systems for Public Health Equity in Resource-Constrained Environments
Abstract: The dual burden of malnutrition and diet-related non-communicable diseases (NCDs) represents a growing global public health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Traditional dietary guidelines are largely population-based and fail to account for individual variability in genetics, metabolism, lifestyle, and environmental exposure. This limitation has led to the emergence of precision nutrition, an evolving field that integrates biological data and computational intelligence to deliver personalized dietary recommendations. This paper …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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IoT-Based Smart Stick for the Visually Impaired: Real-Time Obstacle Detection and Auditory Feedback System
Abstract: The smart stick is designed to assist visually impaired individuals by helping them detect obstacles in their surroundings without relying solely on physical contact. The device is equipped with sensors that continuously scan the path ahead of the user. When an obstacle is detected, the sensors convert the information into real-time audio signals that are delivered through headphones. These audio alerts allow users to understand their environment more clearly and …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–35 Read article
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The Heat of Competition: Assessing Climate Vulnerabilities and Adaptive Governance in Endurance, Winter, and Youth Sports
Abstract: Background: Climate change is fundamentally reshaping the environmental parameters of global sport, posing unprecedented risks to athlete health, safety, and performance. As rising temperatures, frequent extreme heat events, and deteriorating air quality become the new normal, athletic environments from community fields to elite international arenas face an existential threat. Purpose: This study provides an interdisciplinary synthesis of the multifaceted impacts of climate change on athletes, integrating evidence from sports medicine, …
Published in International Journal of Climate Conditions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Water Contamination, Sanitation Practices, and Public Health Risks: A Cross-Sectional Study
Abstract: Contaminated water remains one of the biggest obstacles to public health, especially in developing countries, partly due to a lack of sanitation systems and lack of knowledge about the dangers. This paper describes the causes of water resource contamination and the ways in which they are transmitted, the lack of knowledge of the public, and what can be done to make it less of a problem, including a cross-sectional study …
Published in International Journal of Sustainability · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 21–32 Read article
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Study of Electrically Conductive Polymer for Antistatic and Sensor Application
Abstract: Electrically conductive polymers (ECPs) are a unique category of smart materials that integrate the mechanical flexibility and ease of processing characteristic of conventional polymers with the electrical conductivity typically associated with metals or semiconductors. In recent years, they have attracted considerable interest due to their promising potential in advanced technological applications, especially in antistatic coatings and electronic sensing devices. The unique ability of these polymers to conduct electricity arises from …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 46–51 Read article
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Collaborative Robotics and Smart Automation: Enhancing Human–Robot Synergy in Industry 5.0
Abstract: Industry 5.0 marks a paradigm shift from efficiency-centric automation to a human-centred, sustainable, and collaborative production environment . In this context, collaborative robots, commonly referred to as cobots, play a central role by enabling direct and safe interaction between humans and machines within shared workspaces. These systems are designed to support human operators by undertaking repetitive, precision-intensive, and physically demanding tasks, thereby allowing humans to focus on supervisory control, problem-solving, …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Robotics and Automation Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 22–29 Read article
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Contextualising health-disaster risk reduction pillars for under-resourced rural secondary schools in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Abstract: School communities in under-resourced rural settings face a disproportionate burden of health-related disasters, including outbreaks, water and sanitation failures, food insecurity and compound events that disrupt learning and wellbeing. Yet school based disaster risk reduction (DRR) evidence in Southern Africa is uneven with limited empirically guidance tailored to the organisational and infrastructural realities of disadvantaged schools. Drawing on the Comprehensive School Safety Framework and the World Health Organization's Health Emergency …
Published in International Journal of Education Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 124–135 Read article
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Advancements in Battery Storage Technology for Renewable Energy Systems: Improving Reliability and Efficiency of Sustainable Energy
Abstract: Advances in battery storage technology are critical to improved reliability and efficiency of renewable energy systems, underpinning a sustainable energy future. Innovations exist in many different kinds of battery technologies- being developed and tested, and the leading contenders include innovations such as lithium-ion and sodium-ion, and much newer entrants like the solid-state and lithium-sulfur batteries. These developments respond to growing needs for sustainable solutions towards better integration of intermittent renewable …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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AI Adoption in Medical Libraries: A Study on SDMH’s Use of Ovid Discovery AI and Its Impact on Evidence-Based Medicine
Abstract: The role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in transforming medical libraries is increasingly significant as these libraries evolve to become intelligent, responsive hubs for knowledge dissemination. This paper explores the adoption of AI tools at Santokba Durlabhji Memorial Hospital (SDMH) Medical Library, focusing on the integration of Ovid Discovery AI, a cutting-edge tool designed to enhance literature search accuracy, summarize content, and provide context-aware recommendations. Using a mixed-methods approach, the study …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Automatic Car Controller Based on Sign Board using Deep Learning and IOT
Abstract: The rapid growth of intelligent transportation systems has increased the demand for safer and more efficient driving solutions. Conventional vehicles often rely heavily on human intervention, which can lead to accidents due to negligence, fatigue, or poor visibility of traffic signs. This project proposes an automated car control system that utilizes deep learning and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to recognize traffic signboards and respond accordingly. The primary objective is …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Next-Generation mRNA Vaccines: Applications Beyond COVID-19
Abstract: Messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccine technology has become a paradigm shift in contemporary medicine and, with remarkable success in the COVID-19 pandemic, has opened the door to a new wave of vaccines development. In contrast to the traditional vaccine methods, mRNA vaccines are based on the synthetic genetic code that allows host cells to express target antigens, thus eliciting strong humoral and cellular immunity. The speed of development, efficacy, scalability of …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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A Study on the Ethical Implications and Data Privacy Challenges in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Abstract: The fast adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in areas like education, business, and everyday life comes with both tectonic and important ethical and data privacy issues. This paper examines the principle-practice divide between the ideals of the ethics as they are set and applied in the realities of AI implementation. The study is based on a mixed-methodology design, comprising of a quantitative survey of 52 participants and a qualitative study …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 Read article
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Adoption of One-Touch Emergency Alert Apps: User Authentication, Simplicity, and Trust for Human Safety
Abstract: Quick reactions to disasters are extremely important to the safety and health of people. Nonetheless, another frequent problem with emergency cases is the time lag between reports of the incidents and the success and timely response of the concerned authorities. Mobile-based emergency alert systems have thus come in as a potential solution to this problem, given that they enable straightforward and direct communication between the citizens and the law enforcement …
Published in International Journal of Mobile Computing Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Agentic AI: Architectures, Types, Capabilities, Mathematical Equations and Governance in the Era of Autonomous Intelligence
Abstract: Agentic Artificial Intelligence (Agentic AI) represents a major advancement in the evolution of intelligent systems by enabling autonomous planning, decision-making, and action execution. Unlike traditional AI models, which are primarily reactive and designed to respond to predefined inputs, Agentic AI systems possess capabilities such as memory, reasoning, goal-oriented planning, tool integration, and dynamic adaptation to changing environments. These characteristics allow them to perform complex, multi-step tasks with minimal human intervention, …
Published in Recent Trends in Mathematics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–14 Read article
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Digital Literacy: A Faculty-Based Comparative Study of Research Scholars at the University of Rajasthan
Abstract: This study explored how much “research scholars in the department of Social Science and Arts of the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur”, understand and use digital technologies. The findings based on 84 questionnaires show that scholars of the Social Science faculty have a relatively high digital literacy compared to those in the Arts faculty. Most of the respondents indicated that they were skilled in using open-access sources. However, about a quarter …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 34–43 Read article
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Evaluating the Impact of a Video-Assisted Teaching Program on Knowledge and Attitudes About Teenage Pregnancy Prevention Among Fortunetellers Community Women in a Selected Region of Madurai District
Abstract: This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of a video-assisted teaching program in preventing teenage pregnancy, gauge participants' knowledge and attitudes regarding teenage pregnancy prevention, explore the relationship between their knowledge and attitudes, and examine how demographic variables correlate with pre-test knowledge and attitudes. The research hypotheses were formulated to determine their significance. A survey of the literature was done and organized based on studies related to teenage pregnancy. The …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Development and Analysis of General-Purpose Drone
Abstract: In recent years, drones have become indispensable tools across various industries, thanks to their versatility and wide-ranging applications. The fabrication of drones is a complex process that integrates multiple engineering disciplines, including mechanical design, electrical systems, aerodynamics, and software development. The meticulous design of the drone's frame, taking into account factors such as weight, durability, and aerodynamic efficiency, marks the commencement of the fabrication process. The paper presented a comprehensive …
Published in Journal of Aerospace Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 4, 2024 Read article
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Emotions and Artificial Intelligence in Finance: Exploring the Relationship
Abstract: The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into financial systems has profoundly transformed the industry, providing unprecedented efficiency, accuracy, and speed in decision-making processes. These technological advancements have streamlined operations, reduced human errors, and enabled more informed decision-making based on vast datasets analyzed in real-time. However, the role of emotions in finance remains a critical factor that cannot be ignored. Human emotions, such as fear, greed, and optimism, frequently drive market …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 11–17 Read article