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Photonic Polymer Composites for Light-Modulating Displays and High-Throughput Optical Data Transmission
Abstract: The combination of PMMA-based composites recently received substantial attention from the photonic applications field since these materials combine excellent optical transparency, mechanical flexibility and straightforward fabrication capabilities. The material performance of pure PMMA requires functional additives because it shows limited thermal properties and optical attenuation in addition to sensitivity against UV rays. The research explores developmental pathways for PMMA composites through combined use of nanoparticles and electro-optic polymers with dopants …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 838–860 Read article
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AI-Assisted Defect Detection in Polymer Composite Insulators Using an Optimised Ensemble Deep Learning Framework for Structural Health Monitoring
Abstract: Polymer composite insulators, particularly those made from silicone rubber and epoxy resins, are increasingly adopted in high-voltage transmission systems due to their superior electrical insulation, lightweight design, hydrophobicity, and environmental durability. Despite their advantages, these materials are susceptible to surface degradation, mechanical cracking, and flashover under prolonged exposure to environmental pollutants, thermal stress, and electrical aging. Accurate, real-time condition assessment of these composite insulators is critical for ensuring operational safety, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 253–261 Read article
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A Review on Microbial Enzymes in the Food Industry: Current Innovations and Future Prospects
Abstract: Over the past few decades, microbial enzymes have become indispensable biocatalysts in food production, fundamentally revolutionizing how we approach manufacturing processes while simultaneously enhancing the quality of what we produce. Today, approximately 200 of the 4,000 known enzymes are deployed commercially with proteases, amylases, lipases, and lactases leading the charge in industrial food applications. This review brings together the latest innovations in how we use microbial enzymes for food processing, …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 43–53 Read article
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Typhoid Fever: Etiology, Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, and Management
Abstract: Typhoid fever is a systemic and potentially life-threatening infectious disease caused by Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi, which primarily spreads through the fecal-oral route via ingestion of contaminated food and water. It continues to be a major global public health concern, particularly in developing and low-resource countries where poor sanitation, inadequate personal hygiene, and unsafe water supplies prevail. The disease is characterized by prolonged high-grade fever, abdominal discomfort, headache, loss of …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Thermodynamic Irreversibility in Semen Transport
Abstract: Sperm ejaculation is a vital reproductive process that involves both complex biological functions and energetic mechanisms. Beyond the physiological aspects, thermodynamics offers a framework to analyze energy conversion, exergy use, and irreversibility during sperm activity. ATP provides the main source of exergy for motility, but part of this energy is inevitably lost as heat and entropy generation, reflecting inefficiencies in the process. Because heat regulation directly affects metabolic rates, motility …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Jaundice: Etiology, Clinical Manifestations, Diagnosis, Management, Nursing Care, and Prevention
Abstract: Jaundice is a significant clinical condition marked by a yellow discoloration of the skin, sclera, and mucous membranes resulting from increased bilirubin levels in the bloodstream. Rather than being a disease itself, jaundice represents an underlying disorder involving the liver, biliary system, or hematological processes. Hyperbilirubinemia develops when there is excessive bilirubin production, impaired hepatic uptake, defective conjugation, or obstruction in bile excretion. Jaundice remains a major global health concern …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 32–39 Read article
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Managing Chronic Diseases: Diabetes Mellitus
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus is one of the most prevalent chronic non-communicable diseases worldwide and represents a major public health challenge due to its long-term complications, increasing prevalence, and economic burden on individuals and healthcare systems. It is distinguished by chronic hyperglycemia brought on by deficiencies in either insulin action or secretion, or both. Diabetes causes increasing harm to several organ systems, including the kidneys, eyes, neurological system, and cardiovascular system, if …
Published in International Journal of Antibiotics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Recent Progress in Near-Surface Mounted Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Strengthening Systems: Composite Materials, Adhesive Technologies, and Interfacial Bonding
Abstract: Fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have emerged as one of the most promising classes of advanced engineering materials for structural strengthening and rehabilitation owing to their high specific strength, excellent corrosion resistance, fatigue durability, and design flexibility. Among various strengthening approaches, near-surface mounted (NSM) systems have gained significant attention because they provide enhanced bond performance, improved protection against environmental exposure, and superior utilization of FRP reinforcement compared with conventional externally bonded …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 1145–1153 Read article
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Latex Modified Concrete for Development of Sustainable Architecture
Abstract: To improve the performance of concrete, latex polymer and fly ash are mixed with concrete. This paper presents the effects of using additive material styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) Latex and Admixture Fly Ash as a partial replacement to cement in mortar mixes. In this research comparison between with or without the replacement of fly ash and polymer is studied for Compressive strength, split tensile strength, flexural strength and ultrasonic pulse velocity …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 39–49 Read article
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Static and Dynamic Analysis for Optimum PZT Positioning and Optimum Voltage in a Delaminated Smart Composite Beam
Abstract: This paper conducts a comprehensive static and dynamic analysis of a delaminated composite beam with and without a piezoelectric layer making use of the principle of minimum potential energy. A new finite element model for composite laminate with delamination defect using cohesive zone method is developed using ANSYS APDL. A lead zirconate titanate (PZT) patch is embedded over the delaminated model following the results obtained from static analysis. The work …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 13–27 Read article
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Eco-friendly drilling fluid water loss controlling agents
Abstract: The water loss from the drilling fluid with the addition natural additives like bagasse, natural sugar, natural rubber was studied. The entire study is focused on improving the quality of controlling fluid loss with effect of natural additives. The concentrations of the additives were changed to achieve the desired reasonable value of fluid loss with the help of high pressure and high temperature (HPHT) filter press which worked at the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 14–16 Read article
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Oil Cuts Evaluation Obtained by Molecular Distillation from Heavy Petroleum Fractions in the Fluid Catalytic Cracking Process
Abstract: Fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) is a refining process that cracks heavy oil molecules in light fractions, mainly compounds with 3 to 12 carbon atoms. It is composed by a converter, main fractionator and gas plant. In this work FCC was modeled using Aspen HYSYS Cat cracker process simulator aiming to evaluate the true boiling point (TBP) curves of oil cuts obtained by falling film molecular distillation from a Brazilian atmospheric …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 15–34 Read article
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DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FOR PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PEOPLE
Abstract: In our today’s busy world transportation plays a major role for everyone to travel from one placeto another. Mostly 90% of people will use either a car or bike for the mode of transportation. Soto make the driving very much easier for them and to reduce the work effort we have concluded aproject. So our project is mainly focused on eliminating the work action like accelerating,braking and also applying the …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Teratology of Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) in Healthcare Workers
Abstract: Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) is a highly useful and generally “safe” biopolymer that is employed widely in the healthcare industry as a malleable and plastic acrylic material. MMA is used in healthcare treatment, especially in dentistry and orthopedic surgery. MMA may be self-cured, heated, microwaved, or light-cured into hardened acrylic plastic material. Self-curing of the combination of monomer liquid and polymer powder is the most common methodology of using MMA; the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 21–25 Read article
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Significance of Classical Unani Tadabeer (Regimes) in the Preparedness of Pandemic Dilemma COVID-19
Abstract: Unani system of medicine focuses on the holistic well-being of the individual and community. It comprises of the four modes of treatments/managements. These are the (ilaj bil ghiza) dietotherapy, ilaj bil Tadabeer (Regimental therapy), ilaj bil dawa (pharmacotherapy) and ilaj bil yad (surgery). Among these four modes, one of the most affordable and reliable and result-oriented is the ilaj bil Tadabeer. Various therapies and regimens are the core components of …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–14 Read article
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A Retrospective Study of Epidemiological Factors Associated with Measles in Children (0–5 Years) in Four Villages of Barabanki District in Rural Uttar Pradesh
Abstract: Measles is a leading cause of death among young children even though a safe and cost-effective vaccine is available to prevent the disease. The objective of the present study was to study the epidemiology of measles in children (0–5 years) in the four villages of Barabanki district in rural Uttar Pradesh and also to study various factors responsible for measles in rural Uttar Pradesh. It is a retrospective cross-sectional epidemiological …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Study of Haemoglobin Status in First and Second Year MBBS Students
Abstract: Anaemia is a major public health problem. Present study was conducted in 200 undergraduate medical students. Haemoglobin values obtained by Sahli’s method was analysed and students were grouped into anaemic and non-anaemic group. Further grading of anaemia was done as per the WHO criterion. Results were analysed by using SPSS software. Results showed that 27.5% of medical students were anaemic. Gender-wise distribution was 18.35% of males and 38.46% of females …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 16–18 Read article
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The Pioneers of Greek Medicine: Exploring the Classical Period and Influential Scholars
Abstract: Greek Medicine, an ancient medical system, emphasized holistic approaches, balance, and the interconnectedness of the body and environment. Its contributions to anatomy, pathology, pharmacology, and preventive care continue to shape Modern Medicine. This medical system thrived from around the 5th century BCE until the advent of modern medicine. Greek physicians, such as Hippocrates, Galen and Dioscorides, revolutionized the understanding of the Human Body, Disease, and therapeutic interventions. Central to the …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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An Epidemiological Profile of Diabetes Mellitus amongst High Risk Age Group: A Community based Study
Abstract: The present study was conducted to study the epidemiological profile including prevalence, magnitude, possible associates and sociodemographic variables related to Diabetes mellitus amongst high-risk age group population in urban and rural areas of Kanpur, India. It was a cross-sectional study performed on five thousand populations each in urban and rural areas of Kanpur. The high risk-age group population, i.e., 45 years and above participated in the study. Study variables such …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Multifarious Magnitude of Magnesium Oxide Nanoparticles Integrated Feed on Growth and Hematological Characteristics of Mrigal Cirrhinus mrigala
Abstract: The present study deals with the multifarious magnitude of magnesium oxide nanoparticles integrated feed on growth and hematological characteristics of Mrigal Cirrhinus mrigala. Magnesium oxide nanoparticles were made using the co-precipitation process and analyzed, identified, and characterized utilizing scanning electron microscopy, energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction, and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. Four feeds such as Feed I (Control), II, III, and IV were prepared by using multifarious magnitude (25, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–9 Read article