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292 articles for “Indexing method”
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Evaluation of Heat Stress Exposure to Occupational Workers at Workplace
Abstract: Heat stress is considered as an occupational health hazard encountered in indoor as well as outdoor environments. In industries, many operations are carried out which involve either heat generating sources like boiler, furnace, dryers etc. or hot operations like welding, melting, glass blowing and pouring. Moreover, the extremes of temperature in summer also add to the level of exposure to heat stress. Exposure of occupational workers to heat stress can …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Estimation of Peak Flood Discharge for the Ungauged Catchments in the Tributaries of River Sutlej using Synthetic Unit Hydrograph Approach
Abstract: Estimation of peak flood discharge (PFD) for a given return period is of utmost importance for planning and design of hydraulic structures, river protection works, and development of integrated water resources management projects which can be computed by applying various approaches viz., flood frequency analysis, rational formula, envelope curve and synthetic unit hydrograph (SUH). In this paper, SUH approach is adopted for estimation of PFD for the ungauged catchments viz. …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 29–41 Read article
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Readability Index Operation in Research
Abstract: Profuse studies depict that shorter sentences are easier to read and denotes reader's overall understanding. The Fog Index and other readability scopes are purely formulas for measuring textual hardships. The fog index is generally used to ratify that text can be read easily by the public. SMOG is widely used, notably for checking health messages. Like the Flesch–Kincaid Grade Level and The Coleman–Liau, Automated Readability Index, its output approximates the …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 25–26 Read article
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Music Based Remediation Therapy as an Adjunct to Conventional Physiotherapy Treatment for Primary and Secondary Impairments in Patients with Traumatic Brain Injury and Stroke: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Stroke is a second leading cause of death and major cause of long term disability whereas traumatic brain injury being a disabling health condition. Music therapy is a therapeutic application of music to cognitive, behaviour, sensory and motor dysfunction. To examine the effects of music therapy as an adjunct intervention with conventional treatment versus conventional treatment alone and other therapies on cognition, behaviour, upper extremity function, fine motor skills and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Neuroscience · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Contraceptive Knowledge, Attitude and Practice among Newly Married Couples
Abstract: The objective of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude regarding family planning and the practice of contraceptives among newly married couples attending NIUM hospital. This study was cross sectional and observational. Total 150 newly married women from the day of marriage to five-year span, visiting Screening Unit and Family Planning Unit attached with the OPD of Gynecology and Obstetrics of National Institute of Unani Medicine Hospital, Bangalore, were …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 6–11 Read article
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Skin Prick Test and Intradermal Test in Allergic Disorders: Clinical Relevance
Abstract: Allergic diseases are one of the commonest ailments affecting individuals of all age groups globally and their prevalence has been increasing exponentially. Allergy skin testing was started in 1860 by Blackley as a diagnostic tool. Since then, it has been the standard clinical method to demonstrate the presence of allergen-specific IgE antibodies in allergic diseases. There is now consistent evidence that if we decrease sensitization to an allergen, we can …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Immunology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Flood Risk Assessment and Disaster Management through Data Applications and Engineering Interventions
Abstract: Flooding is the most extreme and well-known destructive tournament and has serious implications for sustainable development. The vast majority of disasters in Africa are caused by floods, which are also the most frequent and widespread calamities. This paper x-rays alternative approaches to catastrophe management and flood risk assessment. Various methodologies, literature reviews and advanced techniques such as remote sensing, indicator-based methods, computer-based methods and utilization of geographic information systems (GIS) …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 39–48 Read article
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Polymeric Micelles for Medicinal Plant Solubilization and Delivery of Bioactive Compounds
Abstract: This study involved the design, fabrication, and characterization of polymeric micellar nanocomposites utilizing amphiphilic block copolymers to effectively encapsulate and transport hydrophobic phytoconstituents. The selected bioactive molecule is curcumin, a polyphenol with limited water solubility. A polymeric system known as PEG-PCL was utilized to fabricate core-shell nanostructures by a solvent evaporation-induced self-assembly method. The resulting nanocomposites exhibited homogeneity and colloidal stability, characterized by a zeta potential of −18.7 ± 1.4 …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 208–219 Read article
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Parametric Investigations of Melt Flow Index for Nylon6-Mica Composite Based Hybrid FDM Filament
Abstract: The development of new hybrid filaments with improved mechanical and thermal properties has been driven by the increasing need for high-performance materials in additive manufacturing. This study explores the parametric investigations of the Melt Flow Index (MFI) for Nylon6-Mica composite-based hybrid Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) filament. The investigation uses the Taguchi technique to examine how different extrusion temperatures, loads and the percentage of Mica filler affect the MFI, a critical …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 5, 2025 · pp. 165–173 Read article
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Artificial Neural Network Modelling to Optimize Micro-Drilling Parameters of ECDM of Developed Novel Zn/(Ag+Fe)-MMC
Abstract: Several engineering fields have increased their use of metal matrix composites (MMCs) in the past few years. Due to the increase in composites, the demand for accurate machining has also become important. Specifically, pertaining to biomaterial applications, accuracy factor with desired surface finish is critical. While the near-net shape manufacturing process has advanced, MMCs frequently require post-mould machining to achieve surface quality, and dimensional tolerances. In the present study, a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Design and Development of Self Microemulsyfying Drug Delivery System of Olmesartan Medoxomil
Abstract: Olmesartan Medoxomil is poorly water soluble drug. It comes into the BCS II drug. Hence oral bioavailability of Olmesartan Medoxomil is less (26%). The purpose of this study is to develop novel dosage form of the self-microemulsifying drug delivery systems (SMEDDS) for the Olmesartan Medoxomil for enhancing its solubility hence the oral bioavailability. Before the formulation of SMEDDS, solubility study was performed in different excipients and select excipients on basis …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Design and Development of Self Microemulsyfying Drug Delivery System of Olmesartan Medoxomil Smita D Patel*, M R Patel, K R Patel
Abstract: Olmesartan Medoxomil is poorly water soluble drug. It comes into the BCS II drug. Hence oral bioavailability of Olmesartan Medoxomil is less (26%). The purpose of this study is to develop novel dosage form of the self-microemulsifying drug delivery systems (SMEDDS) for the Olmesartan Medoxomil for enhancing its solubility hence the oral bioavailability. Before the formulation of SMEDDS, solubility study was performed in different excipients and select excipients on basis …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2013 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Co-Authorship Network and Scientific Collaboration Pattern in ‘Journal of Virology’: A Scientometrics Analysis
Abstract: This study analysed the scientific structure and evolution pattern of the articles which published in ‘Journal of Virology’ from 1989-2020, data were retrieved from Web of Science core collection. A total of 38133 records were extracted to calculate collaboration and authorship pattern, co-authorship network and authorship ranking and indices. Software such as Bibexcel, VOSviewer and Pajek were mainly used for drawing the maps and analysing the data. In authorship pattern, …
Published in Journal of Advancements in Library Sciences · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 6–16 Read article
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THE THICKNESS EFFECT ON TiO 2 THIN FILMS FABRICATED BY USING SOL- GEL DIP COATING METHOD
Abstract: Titanium dioxide films were prepared by sol-gel dip-coating technique onto glass substrates at room temperature. The study focuses on the structural pattern of TiO 2 films which were dominated by the parameters such as the film thickness, pH, annealing temperature and number of dipping layers. At first the dipping speed is optimized with the refractive index of the film along with the number of dipping layers. Then the film deposited …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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An Exploratory Pilot Study on the Traditional Siddha Anthropometric Diagnostic and Screening Method ‘Manikkadai Nool Measurement’ of Undergraduate Students in Thiruvananthapuram District of Kerala, India
Abstract: Aim: The aim is to study the distribution pattern of Manikkadai Nool measurement of students studying in an undergraduate college in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala and analyse the data statistically. Manikkadai Nool measurement is the circumference of forearm which is measured four-fingerbreadth above the wrist. Background: The traditional Tamil Siddha medical text ‘Agasthiyar Sudamanikkayaru Sutram’ exclusively discusses Manikkadai Nool measurement as a continuous variable ranging from 4 to 10 fb with …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 5–11 Read article
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Dental Fluorosis – An Underestimated Public Health Challenge; Evidence from Rural Delhi
Abstract: Oral health problems being the most prevalent chronic morbidities, contribute to heavy burden on health care delivery system universally. Although, fluoride has been recognized for the observed decline of caries among children as well as adults, its excessive consumption has put global population at risk of fluorosis. India is among the 23 nations around the globe with reported oral health problems due to excessive fluoride in drinking water. Since there …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 54–62 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Medico-Legal Aspects Among the Nurses of Selected Hospitals at Dharwad
Abstract: Background: Nurses need to update their knowledge regarding medico-legal aspects to reduce the errors related to care and documentation maintained in the profession. The present study aims to assess the knowledge of nurses on medico-legal aspects, to plan the teaching program and to find the effectiveness of planned teaching program in improving the knowledge of nurses. Material and Method: An evaluative approach using one group pretest posttest design was adopted. …
Published in International Journal of Evidence Based Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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GDP Subsidize Calculation Using Neural Multilayer Feed Perceptron Network for Iranians
Abstract: A multilayer (mlnet) decision model for the estimation of the subsidy index on the basis of a number of criteria is provided in this article. The main criteria that affect the distribution of subsidies in the socio-economic sub-sectors, by questionnaire and mlnet method, are: inflation, economic growth, labor intensity, energy subsidies distribution among the socio-economic levels, intensity of the energy sector and social costs of air pollution. The overall ranks …
Published in Recent Trends in Parallel Computing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Influence of Center Cut Geometry and Power Law Index on the Free Vibration of Functionally Graded Shells
Abstract: This study explores the influence of power law variations and center cut geometries on the vibrational characteristics of functionally graded material (FGM) shells using finite element analysis (FEA). Stainless steel-alumina oxide (Al2O3) composites serve as the FGM, offering a unique blend of ceramic heat resistance and metallic toughness. Power law functions within APDL tailor material properties across the shell thickness. The research investigates vibrations under various boundary conditions (CCCC, CCFF, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 4, 2024 · pp. 194–209 Read article
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Diabetes Risk Prediction from Survey Data Using Machine Learning Algorithms
Abstract: Diabetes mellitus represents one of the most significant global health challenges, affecting millions worldwide and leading to severe complications if left undiagnosed or poorly managed. Early detection and risk assessment are crucial for preventing the progression of this chronic condition. This research presents a comprehensive machine learning approach for predicting diabetes risk using survey-based health parameters. The study implements and compares four prominent classification algorithms: Logistic Regression, K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), …
Published in International Journal of Bioinformatics and Computational Biology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–8 Read article