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Groundwater Contamination in Punjab due to Arsenic, Selenium and Uranium Heavy Metals
Abstract: Punjab is facing a crisis situation due to high levels of heavy metals in underground water table of Punjab. ICAR has reported arsenic beyond safe limit in 13 districts of Punjab. According to PWSSD report, out of all arsenic contaminated habitations in Punjab, 60% fall in Majha belt of Punjab, namely, Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Tarn Taran districts. Arsenic contamination can be get rid of by using a nanotechnology based technique …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Toxicology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Exploring the Potential of GIS: Exploratory Spatial Data Analysis of Groundwater Quality and Quantity over Parts of YSR District, Andhra Pradesh, India
Abstract: Groundwater is one of the important sources on which life on terrestrial habitat survived since centuries. Though impervious to pollutants of the air or any surface phenomena, this precious water source is prone to be affected by its major stakeholders such as humans. Knowingly and by virtue of education and exposure to this fact, humans are changing for a better now and future. Nevertheless, how to know the status of …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Punjab’s Wetlands as Inland Analogues of Marine Ecosystems: Status, Stressors and CommunityLed Conservation.
Abstract: Aquatic and wetland ecosystems in Punjab, India, represent ecologically significant yet increasingly degraded socioecological systems embedded within an intensively managed agrarian landscape. Despite their recognised importance, existing studies largely treat these systems using conventional freshwater ecological frameworks, with limited integration of microbiologically mediated processes and broader ecosystem theories. A key research gap, therefore, lies in the lack of interdisciplinary approaches that can holistically interpret wetland structure, function, and governance across …
Published in International Journal of Marine Life · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–51 Read article
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Aureobasidium pullulans- The Versatile Microcolonial Fungus for Industrial Production of Natural Products
Abstract: Aureobasidium pullulans, a yeast-like fungus, exhibits a remarkable capacity for synthesizing an extensive array of bioproducts with diverse industrial applications. This fungus is known to survive in several environmental conditions, making it a robust organism for biotechnological processes. The organism is characterized by its adaptability to various environmental conditions and habitats. It produces an array of extracellular enzymes such as amylases, lipases, proteases, and pectinases, contributing to its role as …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–31 Read article
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Resilience Building through Disaster Risk Reduction
Abstract: A catastrophe is a serious disruption to a society's functioning that causes mortal, material, profitable, and environmental losses beyond a community's capability to manage. It results from the admixture of hazards, surroundings of exposure, and lack of volume or measures to lower the implicit negative results of threat. Hence, catastrophe control may be delineated as the arranging and administration of effects and the responsibility for handling all philanthropic angles of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Planning and Development Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 32–45 Read article
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A Conceptual and Applied Study of Yojana Chatuska of Charak Samhita W.S.R to Atisthula Purusa
Abstract: The science of a holistic living is ayurveda. Ayurvedic science focuses on both therapeutic and preventive aspects. The principles of Ayurveda have significant value in modern era The vedic literature and samhitas are the original and most important sources of knowledge. Charak samhita is no exclusion for this. Charak samhita is divided into eight sthanas. Each sthana is very important in its place but Sutra sthana showing glimpse all over …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Ayurvedic Science, Yoga and Naturopathy · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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The Awareness–Behaviour Paradox: Media Literacy and Social Media Risk Behaviour Among Nigerian Undergraduates
Abstract: Background: The proliferation of internet-capable devices and social media platforms has created an intricate web of risks for Nigerian undergraduates, including cyberbullying, addiction, misinformation, and exposure to indecent content. While media literacy has been widely proposed in Western scholarship as a sustainable intervention for responsible online behaviour, its protective mechanisms remain insufficiently understood in non-Western contexts, particularly with respect to the psychological pathways through which literacy operates.Objectives: This study examined …
Published in International Journal of Behavioral Sciences · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 121–126 Read article
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Design of an Integrated Health Monitoring System on an IoT-Based Framework
Abstract: With the advent of industrialization, health ailments have become a major cause of concern owing to an inactive and fast lifestyle, polluted environments, and detrimental eating habits. However, IoT has become a boon for the health sector and humanity on account of its countless benefits, rendering improved quality of service and patient-centric care. An Integrated Health Monitoring System (IHMS) is presented in this paper. This new IoT-based framework integrates wearable …
Published in International Journal of Biomedical Innovations and Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Study to Assess the Compliance of Medical Regimen of End Stage Renal Clients on Hemodialysis in Selected Hospitals of Amritsar Punjab
Abstract: Study was undertaken with purpose to assess the compliance of medical regimen and bio-psychosocial problems of End stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis. The conceptual framework adopted for the study was based on Rosenstoch’s (1974) and Becker’s (1975) health belief model. A descriptive research design was used to conduct study on 100 end stage renal clients undergoing hemodialysis selected by purposive sampling method from nephrology units of selected hospitals, Amritsar, Punjab. …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 21–28 Read article
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Exploring the Botanical and Pharmacological Significance of Aristolochia rotunda Linn (Zarawand Mudahraj): Traditional Uses, Habitat, and Bioactive Potential
Abstract: The plant Aristolochia rotunada Linn (Zarawand Mudahraj) is a member of the Aristolochiaceae family. Its rhizomes are the most valuable portion utilised in the pharmaceutical industry, mostly because of their abundance in bioactive compounds. The medicinal plant Aristolochia rotunda Linn exhibits a spectrum of pharmacological activities essential for combating hyper-uricaemia-induced inflammation. Its anti-inflammatory effects are mediated by inhibiting TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-8, and NF-κB p65 protein expression, crucial in synovial tissue. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Integrating Indigenous Knowledge in Land Conservation: A Review of Best Practices
Abstract: Indigenous knowledge systems have long played a crucial role in sustainable land conservation practices. These traditional practices, developed over centuries, offer valuable insights into ecosystem management, biodiversity preservation, and climate resilience. This review article explores best practices in integrating indigenous knowledge with modern conservation efforts, emphasizing the benefits of blending ancestral wisdom with contemporary scientific approaches.By analyzing case studies and theoretical frameworks, this study highlights successful approaches to harmonizing traditional …
Published in International Journal of Land · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Role of Cement and Fly Ash in Soil Stabilization
Abstract: Soil stabilization changes the engineering properties of soil and produces strength and stability. Use of industrial wastes and manufactured materials in soil stabilization can be cost effective and environmental friendly. As there is a growth of habitations surrounding the PSIT campus, therefore, soil samples collected from this area were analyzed for its plasticity index properties. It was found that soils of this area come under low plastic category. Hence, the …
Published in Journal of Geotechnical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Space Pharmacy for Human Space Exploration: Overcoming Drug Stability, Packaging Challenges, Pharmacokinetic Variations, and Developing Innovative On-Demand Therapeutic Solutions for Long- Duration Missions Beyond Earth
Abstract: As humankind prepares for prolonged space exploration and the establishment of lunar and Martian habitats, ensuring reliable access to safe and effective medicines has emerged as a critical challenge. The evolving discipline of space pharmacy addresses the unique pharmaceutical needs of astronauts in microgravity and radiation-rich environments, where drug stability, packaging, and pharmacokinetics are markedly different from conditions on Earth. Traditional dosage forms often undergo accelerated degradation, while altered fluid …
Published in Trends in Drug Delivery · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 32–47 Read article
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Awareness About Lifestyle Diseases Associated Risk Factors in School Going Children in Delhi
Abstract: Lifestyle means a pattern of individual practices and personal behavioral choices that are related to elevated or reduced health risk. The diseases which primarily arise from the abnormal lifestyle of a person are grouped under the term “Lifestyle Diseases”. For younger population, the risk of lifestyle disease looms larger. Therefore, this paper aimed to find the prevalence and awareness of lifestyle disease related risk factors in school going children aged …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2011 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Advancements in Handwriting Recognition: A Deep Learning Approach
Abstract: This article provides detailed information about handwriting text recognition. Some human characteristics are unique to the individual. Writing is one of the scientifically proven habits that is different for everyone. Handwriting Text Recognition (HTR) is responsible for identifying written characters and converting them into digital text. HTR is an intensively researched area, but improvements can still be made in accuracy and efficiency. Digitization of manuscripts is very useful in today's …
Published in International Journal of Radio Frequency Innovations · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 28–34 Read article
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Insect Hymnenopteran Parasitoids of Sugarcane Pest and Role As Biological Control Agents
Abstract: The present study is short communication of insect parasitoids belongs to order Hymenoptera. Sugarcane crop attract number of insect pests that flourish on it, and cause about 15- 20% yield loss and minimize the productivity, this reduction in yield increase when the insect parasitoids attack on pest. There are some major parasitoids Orders that attack on the number of crops pest, like Dipteran, Lepidopterans, Neuropteran etc. and one of the …
Published in International Journal of Insects · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 18–21 Read article
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Lived Experience of Married Middle-aged Women Regarding Marital Satisfaction
Abstract: Introduction: Marital satisfaction is a significant contributor to general sense of happiness. A fulfilling marital relationship meets the intimacy requirements of both partners and contributes to their overall physical and mental well-being. However, elderly couples in today's era face new challenges associated with prolonged longevity. A study was conducted to explore the lived experience of marital satisfaction among married middle-aged women in selected community in Kannur. Objective of study was …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 47–51 Read article