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63 articles for “inequity”
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Vaccines Through Time: Conventional Foundations and Next-Gen Innovations–Part 1
Abstract: Vaccination serves as a critical pillar of global public health, markedly decreasing infection rates and associated mortality. Traditional vaccine platforms such as live attenuated, inactivated, toxoid, and subunit vaccines have demonstrated effectiveness against pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Plasmodium spp., yet they are constrained by antigenic variability, limited immune persistence, and complex production processes. Breakthroughs in synthetic biology, structural antigen design, and computational vaccinology have driven the development of advanced …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 53–70 Read article
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Role of Public Libraries in Bridging the Digital Divide: Ensuring Equal Access to Online Library Resources
Abstract: In the digital age, access to online library resources has become an essential part of learning, research, and development. However, the digital divide continues to be a significant challenge, limiting equitable access to these resources for many individuals, particularly those from marginalized communities. Despite the vast transformation the internet has brought to information access, the gap between the digitally privileged and disadvantaged populations persists due to factors such as digital …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 10–14 Read article
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Mapping A Contextualized Southern Africa's Innovation Ecosystem: The Emerging Role of Higher Education in Promoting Inclusive Innovation and Rural Industrialization
Abstract: Higher education institutions (HEIs) are increasingly recognized as strategic actors in shaping innovation ecosystems that can respond to persistent socio-economic inequalities in the Global South. In Southern Africa, where rural underdevelopment, youth unemployment, weak industrial bases, and uneven innovation capacities remain pressing concerns, universities are under growing pressure to move beyond their traditional teaching and research mandates and contribute more directly to inclusive development. This paper examines the emerging role …
Published in International Journal of Rural and Regional Development · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 14–27 Read article
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Technology with a Human Face: Reimagining Progress through Universal Ethical Principles
Abstract: Technological progression is mostly considered as a tool of human evolution. In this digital era, however, quick novelty has revealed complex ethical gaps in the modelling and implement of technology. Technologies namely artificial intelligence, algorithmic systems, and digital surveillance progressively effect social life, economic activity, and political decision-making. While these technologies provide proficiency and progress, they also advance moral concerns connected to discretion, disparity, liability, and human dignity. The technique …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 30–36 Read article
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The Importance of Self-Care for Healthcare Professionals in North India: A Regional Analysis of Burnout, Resilience and Institutional Support
Abstract: Background: Burnout in healthcare professionals is described using the framework of Occupational Health and Resilience Theory, where self-care is an individual-level coping mechanism and institutional support is an organizational-level moderator. However, there is a lack of regional data from North India on the structural and contextual factors influencing burnout. Healthcare workers (HCWs) in North India face mounting pressures due to high patient loads, limited mental health resources, and overlapping professional …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 24–29 Read article
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Open Educational Resources and Open Access Publishing in Higher Education: Policies, Challenges, and Collaborative Models
Abstract: Open Educational Resources (OER) and Open Access (OA) publishing are transforming higher education by promoting equitable access to knowledge, reducing costs, and fostering collaborative innovation. While OER focus on openly licensed teaching and learning materials, OA ensures unrestricted online access to scholarly research. Together, they form an integrated open knowledge ecosystem aligned with global policy frameworks such as the UNESCO OER Recommendation (2019) and the Budapest Open Access Initiative. This …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Humanities · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–12 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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Balancing Growth and Sustainability: Developing a Socio-ecological Urban Design Framework for Edge Cities
Abstract: In the rapidly urbanizing world, edge cities, urban areas situated on the outskirts of larger metropolitan regions have emerged as dynamic centres of economic activity. However, their development often prioritizes growth over sustainability, leading to ecological degradation and social inequities. This dissertation presents a socio-ecological urban design framework aimed at balancing growth with sustainability in edge cities. By integrating principles from ecology, sociology, and urban planning, this framework addresses the …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design and Development · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–24 Read article
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Adaptive Robust Constraint-Based Nonlinear Control for Trajectory Tracking and Dynamic Obstacle Avoidance in Multi-copter UAVs
Abstract: An adaptive robust nonlinear control system for multi-copter unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) trajectory tracking and obstacle avoidance is presented in this research. The suggested approach addresses nonlinear dynamics and environmental uncertainties by combining adaptive disturbance estimates with constraint-based control. Nonlinear differential equations are used to simulate the motion of the UAV, with obstacle avoidance represented as an inequality constraint and trajectory tracking as an equality constraint. The Udwadia–Kalaba method is …
Published in International Journal on Drones · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–08 Read article
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Idempotent Semiring Path Algebras and Fuzzy Dominance Automata for Multi-State Communication Reliability
Abstract: A semiring-based theory is proposed for multi-state communication reliability with fuzzy dominance constraints. Links are weighted in the max-product semiring, while nodes carry dominance coefficients and operating states that modulate admissible transitions in a weighted automaton. The paper derives semiring matrix products, Kleene closures, fixed point equations, congestion-regularized path scores, and reliability inequalities. A fuzzy dominance automaton is introduced so that route selection depends not only on link reliability but …
Published in Research & Reviews: Discrete Mathematical Structures · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 07–14 Read article
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A Correct and Simple Method of Writing PFC Codes
Abstract: Data compression (DC) is thriftiness in conveying information and is akin to précise that is, the goal is to convey the same or essential information using fewer resources. In electronic engineering, it occupies an important place because it reduces the size/amount of (i) memory required to store information just like précis reduces the size of an article; (ii) bandwidth required to transmit the information—just as less number of passengers means …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 8–13 Read article
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An IOT Based Smart S.O.S. Wristband for Women Safety
Abstract: Violence against women in India is actually more present than it may appear at first glance, as many expressions of violence are not considered crimes, or may otherwise go unreported or undocumented due to certain Indian cultural values and beliefs. These reasons all contribute to India's Gender Inequality Index rating of 0.524 in 2017, putting it in the bottom 20% of ranked countries for that year. This paper introduces an …
Published in Journal of Microelectronics and Solid State Devices · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Optimization of ED Problems of Interconnected Power System Using Particle Swarm Optimization
Abstract: This paper proposes an effective and useful evolutionary-based method to solve the economic load dispatch (ELD) problem. This paper introduces particle swarm optimization (PSO) technique for solving the economic dispatch (ED) problem in power system. ELD problem is really the solution of a large number of load flow problem with equality & inequality constraints. In this paper, a PSO technique for solving the ELD problem in power system is proposed. …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Einstein Quantum Entanglement and Quantum Communication
Abstract: AbstractQuantum theory suggests that “What we predict must happen in laboratory.” Quantum entanglement was introduced by Einstein, Schrodinger, Rosen and Podolsky in 1935. But the actual experimentation regarding quantum entanglement started 70 years later. Quantum entanglement paves the way for many other quantum processes such as quantum communication, teleportation, and cryptography. The concept of quantum entanglement is very complicated because it is difficult to detect, is affected by environment and …
Published in Trends in Opto-electro & Optical Communication · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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COVID-19 Impacts on Agriculture and Food Security
Abstract: COVID-19 and lockdown originally had the effect that the shift in demand curve to the left resulted in "leveling off" the prices of agricultural produce. The reason for this was not the lack of demand due to rising prices. The reason for this was that due to their consumption being limited to homes and lack of workers, most companies were forced to reduce production in their factories. The coronavirus pandemic …
Published in Current Trends in Information Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Homeopathy: Bespoke Medicine
Abstract: Homeopathy works on the mind-body plane rather than against it. Illness, in homeopathic parlance, is energy imbalance which takes place first at the most fundamental level and reaches a deeper level. This underlying imbalance, according to homeopathic tenets, is primarily the cause of illness or disease. This presents itself, over time, in the body, as symptoms, while trying to correct the inequity. The foundation of homeopathic healing is, as a …
Published in Journal of AYUSH: Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 42–46 Read article
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Rapid Review Of Health Politics In Globalized World. A Swoc Analysis
Abstract: Public health is politics, as stated in the oxford textbook of public health. Political interventions can improve social determinants, which depend on political action or, more frequently, inaction. The proportion of Gross National Product (GNP) spent on health sector is considered as a quantitative indicator of political commitment of that country. Many major issues that dominate political life, such as housing, socioeconomic status, and employment, play a vital role in …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Global Emergence of mcr-mediated Colistin Resistance in Gram-negative Bacteria: Focusing the Current Status in India Under One Health Lens
Abstract: In the global crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), colistin has been revived as a last resort treatment option for multidrug-resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacterial infections. Rapid dissemination of mobilized colistin resistance (mcr) genes among Gram-negative bacterial pathogens is alarming the healthcare fraternity throughout the world, especially in developing countries such as India compromises infection prevention practices and reduces colistin efficacy during medical emergencies.. Several developed countries have implemented strict regulations on …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 6–18 Read article
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 116–122 Read article