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The Role of Precision Agriculture in Enhancing Horticultural Crop Yields
Abstract: This article explores the quantification of lithium and mapping of mineral composition in crushed lithium ore utilizing two distinct calibration techniques with Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS). Thirty samples from a pegmatite lithium deposit were analyzed, with representative mineral samples extracted, mixed with resin, and polished into disks. These disks underwent examination via an analyzer and an integrated mineral analyzer, facilitating mineral identification. The first calibration technique used empirical mineral chemistry …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–23 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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Horizon Scanning and Early Assessment of Health Technologies for the Treatment of Orphan Diseases
Abstract: The theoretical foundations and regulatory framework of the processes of the formation of an effective health technology assessment (HTA) system at the early stages of the life cycle of medicines are analyzed in the article. Particular attention is paid to horizon scanning (HS) and early assessment of expensive innovative drugs utilized for treating rare diseases. In order to inform policymakers, purchasers, and providers (to prioritize MT research, financial, and operational …
Published in International Journal of Brain Sciences · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Therapeutic Potential of Plant-Derived Phytochemicals in Targeting Receptor Pathways Related to Non-Enzymatic Glycation: A Meta-Analysis
Abstract: Background: Non-enzymatic glycation, where reducing sugars react with proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids, contributes to various pathological conditions, such as diabetic complications and cardiovascular diseases. This process is facilitated by the receptor for advanced glycation end-products (RAGE), which is pivotal in driving inflammation and causing tissue damage. Objective: This meta-analysis evaluates the effects of plant-derived phytochemicals on RAGE expression and associated signaling pathways, assessing their therapeutic potential in glycation-related diseases. …
Published in International Journal of Cell Biology and Cellular Functions · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 60–73 Read article
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User Centric Design: A Framework for Transforming Design Studios into Smart Workspaces
Abstract: In contemporary design studios, the integration of smart technologies has become imperative to enhance productivity, collaboration, and creativity among designers. This research paper presents a comprehensive framework for the transformation of conventional design studios into smart workspaces, focusing on user-centric design principles. The concept of User-Centric Design emphasizes its departure from traditional design approaches by placing the user experience at the forefront of the creative process. It highlights the increasing …
Published in International Journal of Optical Innovations & Research · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Medically Important Hemiptera: Bed Bugs and Kissing Bugs in Human Health.
Abstract: Bed bugs (family Cimicidae) and kissing bugs (subfamily Triatominae) are hematophagous Hemiptera of major medical importance, yet they differ markedly in their public health impact. Bed bugs have resurged globally over the past three decades, with infestations reported from homes, multi-unit housing, hotels, transportation, and healthcare facilities in both high and low-income settings. They are not established biological vectors of human pathogens, but their bites cause pruritic papules, urticarial, and …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Innovative Approaches in Bioinspired and Biomimetic Membrane Technologies: Bridging Nature and Engineering
Abstract: Bioinspired and biomimetic membranes represent a ground breaking advancement in membrane technology, offering innovative solutions to critical global challenges in water purification, chemical separation, and energy conversion. These membranes leverage the exceptional transport properties of biological systems, particularly through the incorporation of aquaporin proteins, which facilitate rapid and selective water transport. This review synthesises recent developments in aquaporin-based membranes, highlighting their remarkable efficiency in desalination processes, where they serve as …
Published in International Journal of Membranes · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 53–60 Read article
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Enhancing Energy Efficiency in Air Handling Units Through AI Driven Optimization
Abstract: This research explores the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing the energy efficiency of Air Handling Units (AHUs) in manufacturing facilities. The study proposes a comprehensive solution architecture that incorporates temperature and humidity sensors within AHUs, utilizing RS485 for data communication. The collected data undergoes exploratory analysis, which informs the training of a decision tree algorithm, chosen for its accuracy and compatibility with edge gateways. The algorithm's predictions enable …
Published in International Journal of Industrial and Product Design Engineering · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 19–28 Read article
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Quorum Sensing and Biofilm Dynamics in Pathogens: An Evolving Frontier in Infectious Disease
Abstract: Bacterial and fungal pathogens rarely act as solitary invaders. Instead, they engage in sophisticated chemical communication known as quorum sensing (QS) to coordinate population-wide behaviours and construct structured, multicellular biofilm communities. These biofilms, composed of extracellular polymeric substances, not only facilitate microbial persistence on biotic and abiotic surfaces but also confer remarkable protection against host immune defenses and antimicrobial therapies. QS systems act as central regulators of biofilm dynamics, orchestrating …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 18–23 Read article