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303 articles for “standard and levels”
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Current Trends and Future Trajectories: Polymer-Modified Concrete in the Context of Bangladesh
Abstract: Polymer-modified concrete (PMC) presents itself as a novel way to improve the characteristics of conventional concrete, tackling a variety of issues in the building industry. This paper explores the present dynamics and future potential of PMC, with a focus on Bangladesh, a fast-expanding country with unique environmental, economic, and infrastructure needs that call for the use of cutting-edge building materials. The benefits of polymer modification, such as increased durability, flexural …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 285–294 Read article
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Weldability of Aluminum Alloy Using Pulsed current Tungsten Inert Gas Welding Process forMechanical Properties: A Review
Abstract: In the TIG welding, also known as gas tungsten arc welding, metal components are bonded by applying heat or pressure. Inert gas is used in pulsed current welding to encapsulate the electrodes and weld pools. Tungsten inert gas is used in the complex welding process known as TIG welding. It alternates between amps operating at high and low levels. Here, increasing the current results in improved power production and weld …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 28–37 Read article
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Inventory of Healthcare Waste Generated at Kambia Government Hospital, Sierra Leone
Abstract: This research studies the categories and management practices of healthcare waste generated at Kambia Government Hospital and stresses the need for effective waste management to protect health and the environment. The waste is categorized into seven types: general, infectious, pathogenic, pharmaceutical, sharps, chemical, and liquid. Weekly assessments discovered fluctuations in waste generation, with general and infectious waste consistently comprising significant portions. Notably, sharps waste underscored the risks associated with injury …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 20–28 Read article
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Factors Affecting Coffee Market Supply of Smallholder Farm Household: The Case of Gimbo District Kaffa Zone, Southwest Ethiopia.
Abstract: Abstract This study analyzes the factors influencing the market supply of coffee in selected districts of Gimbo District, Kaffa Zone, and Southwest Ethiopia. Coffee is Ethiopia’s most significant export crop, contributing substantially to the country’s GDP and exhibiting broad genetic diversity. Despite the high production potential of the district, the marketing system remains predominantly conventional, forcing producers to sell through traditional transaction routes that do not offer premium prices, thereby …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology Read article
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Assess the Effectiveness of Music Therapy on Pain Perception and Anxiety Level among Antenatal Mothers in First Stage of Labour at S.G.R.D. Hospital, Vallah, Amritsar: A Quasi-experimental Study
Abstract: The most precious and greatest blessing that God has bestowed upon a woman is motherhood. Women go through a lot of physiological and psychological changes during this period. Therefore, a quasi-experimental study to assess the effectiveness of music therapy on pain perception and anxiety level among primigravida mothers in the first stage of labour at the Sri Guru Ram Das Charitable Hospital, Vallah, Amritsar was carried out. A quantitative quasi- …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 49–57 Read article
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Monitoring and Modeling of Atmospheric Change Indices In Parts of Imo State Using GIS, MATLAB and ANN
Abstract: Geographic Information System (GIS) and Matrix Laboratory (MATLAB) Models were used to study air quality in parts of Imo State. Primary data were obtained by conducting relevant analysis using standard instrumental methods on open-air rainwater samples collected in the dry and the rainy seasons for two consecutive years. GIS showed that the pollutants were present throughout the year. Artificial Neural Network (ANN) of MATLAB 2015 was used to represent data …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 25–74 Read article
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Study of Lipid Profile and Its Correlation with Coronary Angiogram Finding in a Tertiary Care Hospital in an Urban Setting
Abstract: Coronary artery disease (CAD) is a major global health concern caused by the constriction or blockage of the coronary arteries, which can result in serious cardiovascular events. This study looks at the relationship between lipid profiles and the severity of CAD as measured by coronary angiography in patients in a tertiary care hospital. The study focuses on dyslipidemia as a major risk factor for CAD, emphasizing the importance of efficient …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 106–118 Read article
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Innovations in Plant Biotechnology: Transforming Horticulture for a Sustainable Future
Abstract: The increasing global demand for sustainable energy sources has intensified interest in biofuels, particularly those derived from algae. Algae-based biofuels offer a promising alternative to traditional fossil fuels due to their high lipid and oil content, rapid growth rates, and adaptability to diverse environments. This review article examines the potential of algae as a biofuel source, focusing on recent advancements in algal cultivation, lipid extraction, and biofuel production technologies. Population …
Published in International Journal of Trends in Horticulture · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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A Review Study on CPU-Optimized Parameter-Efficient Fine-Tuning for Large Language Models to Increase Accuracy Using LoRA
Abstract: The fast proliferation of large language models (LLMs) has increased the need to optimize the process of fine-tuning, but the existing workflows that require a graphics processing unit (GPU) are still expensive, intensive, and unavailable to most researchers. This paper is driven by the desire to have a more cost-efficient and democratized version by examining a CPU-efficient implementation of parameter-efficient fine-tuning (PEFT) based on low-rank adaptation (LoRA). The major purpose …
Published in Recent Trends in Parallel Computing · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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A COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN OF STANDING WHEEL CHAIR
Abstract: Walking is a basic ability of human beings.It enables independendency.One can imagine for people with a leg disability standing on their own feet and walking can be very difficult and mostly requires a walker.In the present scenario of market most mechanical or mechanical-electrical walkers available today come with different kinds of defects and fail to offer satisfactory and proper movement support. This paper aims to provide a complete overview of …
Published in Trends in Machine design · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Effectiveness of Infrared Therapy in Healing of Episiotomy Wound among Postnatal Mothers at Selected Hospital Panipat, Haryana
Abstract: Pregnancy is a wonderful creation with life’s greatest blessings, dreams and expectation in women’s lives. Pregnancy is a time where a mother is going through a lot of changes both physically and psychologically. Episiotomy is one of the most widely performed surgical procedure at the time of childbirth. As the episiotomy procedure causes perineal pain to mothers, it was considered to be a stressful factor which disrupts the daily activities …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 79–86 Read article
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Levels of Some Essential and Non-Essential Metals in Selected Cereals Marketed at Holeta City, Ethiopia
Abstract: Cereals are the most commonly and widely used sources of food in Ethiopia; hence determining the nutrient contents has a vital importance for the health of consumers. In the present study, the concentration of metals (Na, K, Fe, Cu, Mn, Zn, Ni, Cd, Co, Pb, and Ag) were determined in three cereal types (maize, sorghum and barely) using FAAS and flame photometry. The optimized wet digestion involving both, concentrated HNO3 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Combustion Characteristics of Waterlily (Nymphaea lotus Linn.) Briquettes
Abstract: The effect of binder types (bananas, yams, and cassava) and binders proportion on thermal properties of waterlily (Nymphaea lotus Linn.) briquettes were investigated. Peels from bananas, yams, and cassava were collected from agro processing cottage industry. The peels were washed, sun-dried, and ground using a disk mill and Tyler sieves to a particle sizes of 0.50 mm. The waterlily plants were collected from the river using a drag net, sun-dried, …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Selenium Contamination of Groundwater of Doaba Belt of Punjab (India)
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of uranium, arsenic and selenium in underground water table of Punjab. Doaba belt of Punjab, namely, Jallandhar, Kapurthala and Hoshiarpur districts have high selenium contents in groundwater. Selenium Acceptable limit (AL) for groundwater is fixed at 0.01 mg/l (ppm) by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). In this report, groundwater quality data pertaining to selenium in the Doaba belt is …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Machine Learning-Driven Early Prediction and Prevention of Obesity and Overweight
Abstract: Obesity has become a global health concern, with its prevalence reaching alarming levels in recent years. By classifying obesity-level, healthcare professionals can assess an individual's risk and develop appropriate treatment and prevention strategies. Healthcare professionals can customize interventions and create personalized treatment plans based on individual needs. This paper delivers a system provides an overview of obesity, highlighting the importance of accurate and standardized categorization for effective management and treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Role of Chemistry in Sustainable Development
Abstract: Science achieved medicinal unrest till about the center of twentieth century wherein medications and anti-infection agents were found. The world's sustenance supply likewise expanded massively because of the disclosure of half and half assortments, improved techniques for cultivating, better seeds, and utilization of bug sprays, herbicides and manures. The personal satisfaction on earth turned out to be vastly improved because of the disclosure of colors, plastics, beauty care products and …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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TPLO-M: A Dual-Purpose Solution for CCL and MPL in Dogs
Abstract: Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) rupture and Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL) are common orthopedic conditions affecting the canine stifle joint, particularly in small and toy breeds and larger athletic dogs. When these conditions occur together, they pose a significant surgical challenge due to the combined biomechanical abnormalities. Traditional surgical approaches, such as Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) for CCL insufficiency and corrective procedures for MPL, do not adequately address both conditions …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Medical Science and Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Analysis of Three Tank Interacting System with Observer Based Controller
Abstract: The three tank interacting system is used as standard bench mark problem for various control strategies like fault tolerant control, robust control, optimal control and is also most widely used in process industries such as oil refineries, food process industries etc. Most of the literature accepted the fact that the interaction is the major problem in controlling the level of three tank system. In this paper, three tank interacting system …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Production of High Yield Amylase and Protease by Aspergillus oryzae using Solid-State Fermentation
Abstract: Aspergillus oryzae strains were isolated from different sources and its ability to produce industrial scale amylase and protease using solid-state fermentation was carried in the present study. Different fermentation substrates such as rice bran and wheat bran were evaluated for maximum enzyme yield. Enzyme production was maximum on rice bran and it was achieved with optimized fermentation parameter such as temperature 30°C, pH 4–6, moisture content 60%, inoculum size 0.2 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 71–78 Read article
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Polymer-Based Acoustic Composite Materials for Urban Noise Mitigation: Design, Performance and Legal Integration
Abstract: This study explores the development and use of polymer-based acoustic composite materials for effective urban noise mitigation, wherein the performance of the materials is linked to legal compliance frameworks. Rapid urbanization has intensified noise pollution from transportation, industrial activity, and construction, posing a serious threat to public health and environmental quality. Although regulatory standards exist, their implementation is often limited due to inadequate technical interventions. This research focuses on advanced …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 403–412 Read article