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The “March of Progress”: From Cosmic Singularity to Digital Singularity
Abstract: In 1964, Nikolai Kardashev proposed the Kardashev scale, a system for measuring the extent of technological advancement of a civilization based on the magnitude of energy consumption. According to Carl Sagan, the American astrophysicist, we are approaching an inevitable type-1 Kardashev civilized existence. An artificial superintelligence superior to that of humans can concur with a higher-hierarchy Kardashev civilization. Futuristic technological innovations mandate an acceleration in artificial intelligence and superintelligence. This …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Evaluation of System Study in Library and Information Science
Abstract: AbstractThe word ‘system’ has become a common term, often applied to things which seem large or complex. It is so frequently encountered, that it can become quite difficult to decide what it means even within a defined context. When a manufacturer of washing powder, computer programmers, doctors, economists, astronomers and ecologists use the same word, ‘system’, in describing their interests, can anyone be sure what they mean? What is the …
Published in Journal of Communication Engineering & Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Classification of Pattern using Spline Function and Statistical Data Mining: Review Paper
Abstract: ABSTRACTMany people are affected by lung diseases. Respiratory diseases are curable in early detection. Spirometry is valuable for diagnosing specific lung disorders as well as detecting lung disease at an early stage. Spirometry is most widely used pulmonary function test that is essential to measure the volume of air exhaled from the fully inflated lung as a function of time. The output of spirometry is inthe form of graphs i.e., …
Published in Journal of Computer Technology & Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Design and Development of Intelligent Solar Tree Based on Fuzzy PD Plus I Based Solar Tracking Algorithm
Abstract: AbstractScarcity of availing energy is certainly minimizing due to the uncontrollable usage of electricity. In order to overcome this situation, power generations are moving on to the non-conventional or renewable side. Particularly, in India, solar energy is considered as greatest resource of generating electricity. It is unrestricted, infinite, non-polluting, ecological and frequent source of energy. The project explains astral control tree that generates vast quantity of liveliness by occupying very …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Embedded System & Applications · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Concept of Rhinosinusitis in the Unani Medicine: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a common multifactorial inflammatory disease of the mucosal lining of nose and paranasal sinuses. It is a frequently occurring disease, with significant impact on quality of life and health care spending, and economic impact in terms of absenteeism and productivity. The signs and symptoms of Warm-e-Tajaweef Anaf Muzmin (Chronic rhinosinusitis) are consistent with Nazla barid which depend on the involvement of paranasal sinuses. About 5–15% of …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 33–41 Read article
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Phytochemical, Pharmacological and Unani Traditional Uses of Mazoo (Quercus infectoria): A Review
Abstract: Quercus infectoria (Family: Fagaceae) generally recognized as gall oak, is a trifling shrub originate in Greece, Asia Minor and Iran is predictably assumed to have enormous therapeutic status. There are two varieties of mazoo; one is solid type with no hole on its surface and another is light weighted hold cavity inside and hole on its surface but solid type is medicinally better. Pharmacologically, various animal and human studies have …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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An Ayurvedic Concept of IUGR (Intrauterine Growth Restriction) with Its Management Strategies
Abstract: AbstractIn Ayurveda, certain disease entities related to fetus are mentioned in the form of garbhsosa, upvistaka, nagodara or upshuska and leena garbha. By considering the sign symptomplogy of above fetal disorders, there is a lot of difference in opinions about its interpretation. Sarangdhara mentioned the upvistaka, nagodara and gudhagarbha under Astagarbhvyapata; so these are disorders directly related to fetus. Certain authors opine that upvistaka, nagodara and leenagarbha are the intrauterine …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 2, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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A Critical Appraisal of Bhagna (Fracture) and Its Management in Ancient Indian Surgery
Abstract: AbstractFractures are one of the common surgical conditions in the orthopedics and many of the new techniques are developed for the management as per the condition. In ancient Indian surgery Acharya Sushruta described extensively in Sushrutasamhita Nidana and Chikitstastans about fracture, its etiology, classifications and various modalities of management and also termed this condition as Bhagna. In ancient times, Bhagnas were commonly seen in wars or violent attacks by wild …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Retrospective Study on the Concept of Pratimarsha Nasya
Abstract: In this modern era, maintaining a healthy life for a person is challenging. In Ayurveda four main types of Shodhana (purification) procedures are mentioned i.e., Vamana, Virechana, Asthapana Basti, and Nasya. One of these, known as Nasya, involves the administration of medicine or medicated oil through the nostrils in order to prevent the sickness of the organs above the Urdhva Jatrugata (supraclavicular). Different Ayurvedic texts classify Nasya differently; all forms …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 23–27 Read article
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Ethnobotanical, Phytochemical, and Pharmacological Aspects of Piper nigrum (Filfil siyah): An Update
Abstract: Piper nigrum (Filfil siyah) is a very popular medicinal plant. It is used in Unani as well as the Ayurvedic System of medicine for several diseases due to their diverse pharmacological potentials and minor side effects. In the Unani System of Medicine, it is recommended for the treatment of Nafkh al-Mi‘da (Flatulence in the stomach), Qulanj Rihi (colic due to flatulence), Waj-ul-Meda (Gastric Pain), Kasir-e-Riyah (Carminative), Zofe-Ishtiha (Anorexia), Muharrik (Stimulant), …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 26–35 Read article
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Brinhaniya Dravyas Impact on Karshyata
Abstract: Karshya is a medical disorder that has an association to malnutrition. This illness causes a progressive emaciation of the body. Furthermore,it is an Apatarpanjanya Vyadhi. Karshya has been classified as having a nutritional deficiency among the eight purush (socially undesirable people)listed by Charaka. The main causes of Karshya include Rasa Dhatu, Rukshaannapan, Langhana, Promitasan, etc. Nitambshosh, Udarshosh,Grivashosh, Twacha evam asthimatra drishtigochar hona. Sira evam dhamaneejaal Drishtigochar hona and Daurbalya were …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review on Therapeutic Utilities and Purificatory Procedures of Strychnos nux-vomicaLinn. (Kupeelu) as Described in Indian Systems of Medicine
Abstract: Strychnosnux-vomica Linn. (Loganiaceae), known as Kupeelu in Ayurveda, has been commonly employed in Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia since long. It is a deciduous tree widely distributed in India and found throughout topical India and additionally in Sri Lanka, Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam. In this review, an endeavour has been made to explore the therapeutic utilities of Strychnosnuxvomica and to put emphasis on especially different methods of purificatoryproceduresas mentioned in Ayurveda. It is …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2012 · pp. 11–18 Read article
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Concept of Ojas with Relevancy of Physiological Properties
Abstract: In the human body, metabolic activity is performed by Tridosha (functional entity and vitiating substances), Sapta Dhatus (seven tissue levels) and Malas (waste products). In addition to this, Ojas is considered as Dhatu & the essence of all Dhatus, which is present in every compartment of the body. Its quality is homologous to Kapha (lubricating and protective substance). Strength and body protecting phenomenon are governed by certain substances. It lies …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 30–38 Read article
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Physiochemical and Formulation Factors Affecting the Absorption of Basti Dravyas
Abstract: Basti is a purificatory process by which all the three vitiated Doshas are expelled from the anal canal and is said to be the best treatment for Vata dosha. There are two main types of Basti mentioned in Ayurveda Sneha Basti and Asthapan Basti. Compared to oral and parental route, rectal drug delivery is not so much exposed in today’s era, whereas Ayurveda highlights Basti as half of the treatment, …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 32–34 Read article
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Role of Panchkarma in Stri Roga
Abstract: There is significant role of Panchkarma in stri roga and prasuti tantra. Before starting any drug management, use of Panchkarma is said to be beneficial in almost any gynaecologic pathology, especially in Yoni Vyapada, Artava Dushti, Bandhayatva, Granthi, Arbuda, etc. Besides it, there is an important role of some of Panchkarma procedures in prasuti tantra also. Role of Asthapana and Anuvasana Basti in eighth and ninth month of pregnancy are …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 55–59 Read article
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An Ayurvedic Approach to Sandhivata with Special Reference to Osteoarthritis: A Case Study
Abstract: In present era lifestyle becomes very unbalance and stressful that’s why individuals suffer from various degenerative diseases like osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis prevalence ranges from 22–39% in India. In ayurveda it can be correlated with sandhivata, a disease of vata origin which occurs due to vata prakop and asthidhatu kshaya. A 60-year-old lady rush to ayurvedic hospital for better treatment with joint pain, tenderness, limitation of movements, crepitus, occasional effusion and variable …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Review on Classical Antiquity of Uparatna: A Semiprecious Stone
Abstract: Rasashastra has a prominent role in Ayurvedic Pharmaceutics. It is a specialised branch of Ayurveda dealing mainly with materials which are known as ‘Rasa Dravya’. Rasa Dravyas are broadly classified into Rasa, Maharasa, Uparasa, Sadharana Rasa, Dhatu, Ratna and Uparatna. Gems which are having qualities like precious, lustrous, transparency, eye catching properties not like Ratna but near to Ratna are called as Uparatnas or Kshudra Ratnas. Uparatnas are considered as …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 6–15 Read article
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Azadirachta Indica: A herbal Panacea in Dentistry–An Update
Abstract: Azadirachta indica better known as Neem, an evergreen tree. It has long been used by the people of India for the treatment of various ailments because of its medicinal properties. It has anti-bacterial, anti-cariogenic, anti-helminthic, anti-diabetic, antioxidant, astringent, anti-viral, cytotoxic, and anti-inflammatory activity. Nimbidin, Azadirachtin and nimbinin are active compounds present in Neem that are responsible for their anti-viral activity. Neem bark is used as an active ingredient in a …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Factors associated with Health care utilization and morbidity pattern among adults in later life: Community based study
Abstract: Advanced health care, demographic transitions, improved longevity has resulted into fast-growing ageing population worldwide. Objective: The present study aims to identify the gender differences and factors associated with health care utilization and morbidity experience among adults in later life. Materials and Methods: The community-based cross-sectional study assessed the health care utilization and pattern of chronic diseases experienced by adults in later life. Adults (≥60 years), willing to participate and meeting …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Gir Cow Milk: The Wealthy Nutrition for Human Health
Abstract: It protects the consumer from all the types of lifestyle disorders. Gir cow milk is with amino acid that helps human being to fight with diseases (examples: pains in joints; asthma; obesity; insomnia). Gir cow milk protects the cells of colon from causing cancer. It helps human body to develop strong immunity. Gir cow milk has the properties of antioxidation. Gir cow milk is a rich source of calcium that …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 30–33 Read article