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Breaking the Cycle: The Impact of Hygiene Deficiencies on the Health of the Poor
Abstract: Poor sanitation and hygiene present significant health risks, particularly for individuals in low- income communities. Inadequate sanitation systems increase the likelihood of exposure to harmful microorganisms found in contaminated water, food, and environments. This exposure contributes to the spread of waterborne diseases such as cholera, dysentery, and typhoid, along with various gastrointestinal illnesses. Limited access to clean water and soap for handwashing exacerbates these risks, particularly for children, who are …
Published in Emerging Trends in Personalized Medicines · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–39 Read article
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Evaluation of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)-Based Polymers for Improving Solubility and Bioavailability of Poorly Soluble Drugs
Abstract: A significant barrier to optimizing oral bioavailability is the inadequate water solubility of numerous pharmaceutical compounds. This study examined whether polymer systems utilizing polyethylene glycol (PEG) may enhance the solubility and bioavailability of a poorly soluble model drug. Multiple PEG polymers with molecular weights between 2,000 and 10,000 Da were utilized to produce PEGylated preparations. The formulations were subsequently evaluated for dissolution efficacy, medication loading capacity, particle size, and solubility …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 489–499 Read article
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Asymmetric Membrane Capsules for Delivery of Poorly Water Soluble Drugs
Abstract: After the successful implementation of asymmetric membrane in osmotic tablet preparation, it also diversified towards capsular system. The asymmetric membrane capsule is a controlled drug-delivery device widely used in controlled osmotic drug delivery. The phase-inversion technique is utilized to nurture such units. It has a relatively thin dense region supported on a thicker porous region, hence called asymmetric. In contrast to gelatin capsules, however, the walls of asymmetric membrane capsules …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Construction Under Adverse Conditions: Poor Water Quality
Abstract: Construction of any structure extensively involves water. Water is required during construction – for preparation of concrete or mortar or wetting bricks etc and also during post construction stage – for curing and other finishing activities. Quality of water grossly matters – directly or indirectly on the ultimate quality of construction. It is hence very categorically specified in respective Codes and Standards about the required quality of water to be …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Formulating Self Phospholipids Dispersion of Poorly Water-Soluble Drug to Enhance Oral Bioavailability
Abstract: In present study, self-nano phospholipid dispersion (SNPD) of Simvastatin (SIM) was prepared based on Phosal 53 MCT to improve the oral bioavailability. Ternary phase diagrams were constructed to evaluate the efficient nanoemulsion regions and also for the optimum concentrations of lipid (Phosal 53 MCT) and surfactant (Cremophore RH 40), co-surfactant (Gelucire 50/13) and water in the formulation. The globule size of SNPD batch A was found to be 115.7 nm, …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmaceutical Science · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 24–33 Read article
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Advances in Solubility Enhancement Strategies for Poorly Water-soluble Drugs: A Comprehensive Review
Abstract: Solubility enhancement holds significant importance in the field of pharmaceutical research as it aims to augment the solubility and bioavailability of drugs that possess low solubility. Poorly soluble drugs pose a considerable challenge in drug development due to their tendency to display inadequate absorption, bioavailability, and therapeutic efficacy. The advancement of solubility enhancement techniques encompasses a wide range of approaches, including physical and chemical methods, as well as innovative technologies …
Published in International Journal of Vaccines · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 01–09 Read article
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A Consolidated Review on Novel Liquisolid Technique to Enhance Aqueous Solubility of Poorly Water Soluble Drugs
Abstract: Liquid technique is a novel capable method that can change the dissolution rate of water insoluble drugs. Liquid preparations such as solutions or suspensions of water unsolvable drugs in suitable non-volatile liquid vechicles can be transformed into suitable flowing as well as compressible powders by blending with selected powder excipients. It has been speculated that such systems exhibit improved release profiles. In this case, even though the drug is in …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Enhancing Climate Literacy of Urban Poor Women through ICTs
Abstract: Climate change as a threat to sustainable development is expected to adversely affects various aspects of life especially in the developing countries. According to United Nations reports 1.1 billion people (one in six of the world’s population) lack access to improved drinking water, and 2.4 billion lack sanitation. As a result, the burden of death and disease related to inadequate water is high, with an estimated mortality of 3 million …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 0, Issue 0, 2012 · pp. 105–113 Read article
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Shanghai Rankings 2018: Poor Performance of Indian Universities and IITs
Abstract: Academic ranking of world universities (ARWU) 2018 is released on 15 August by Shanghai Ranking Consultancy of China. ARWU has been presenting the world Top 500 universities annually since 2004. It is unfortunate that none of the Indian universities and IITs find a slot among the Top 500, except Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore ranked at 427. China has moved to 2nd position after USA on the basis of subject …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 6–10 Read article
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Digital Data Sharing Using Blockchain
Abstract: AbstractIn recent times data security has become a very big threat and also making our personal data hundred percent secure has become a challenging job. In addition to the above issues the maintenance of these data cost much more, and the user is unaware of his data usage by the third parties. So in creating a network in which the user identity is securely shared where the complete ownership is …
Published in Journal Of Network security · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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Nonlinear Fusion Techniques Comparative Analysis For The Confiscation of Reconnaissance Effects from the Fused Image
Abstract: Image fusion is the process of combining relevant information from two or more images into a single image. It provides a useful tool to integrate multiple images into a composite image. The resulting image will be more informative than any of the input images. Recently the new problem found with the fused image is about reconnaissance effects are present which are inexorable while smearing to the medical field. For solving …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 37–40 Read article
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Image Inpainting Techniques Comparative Analysis for the Amputation of Smearing Effects from the Inpaint Image
Abstract: Image inpainting is the process to reconstruct the missing or damaged portions of the image, in order to make it more legible and restore its unity. This can be done by using information from adjoining areas and amalgamate the inpainted area into the image so impeccably that a typical viewer is not aware of it. The eminence of the upshot will depend on what is omitted. If the inpainting region …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Distinctive Approaches for Improving the Aqueous Solubility of BCS Class II Drugs
Abstract: The most difficult feature of many novel chemical entities is their solubility behaviour, as 60 percent of new promising products suffer solubility limitations. This is the most common reason for novel medicine compounds failing to reach the market or performing to their full potential. The proportion of the aqueous phase when the solution is in equilibrium with the pure substance in its normal phase is referred to as aqueous solubility. …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 52–56 Read article
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Review of Adaptive Cruise Control System
Abstract: New technologies are constantly being created in the modern era of the automotive industry to increase driver comfort and safety. The vehicle industry is focused on creating new designs that prioritize comfort and safety to overcome this problem. The technology which helps the automotive industry is the Adaptive Cruise Control system (ACC). The ACC system is an electronic device that assists drivers to keep a guarded distance from the upcoming …
Published in International Journal of Advanced Control and System Engineering · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Classification of Skin Disease Images Using EfficientNetTransfer Learning Technique
Abstract: Melanomous Skin lesions are among the deadliest kinds of cancer. Despite being a very uncommon skin condition, melanoma is responsible for 75% of cancer-related deaths. Dermatologists perform dermoscopy more commonly than any other procedure. Since it aggravates the skin condition, a dermatologist will be the first to identify it during an inspection. Because this strategy depends on the user's visual perception and experience, it can only be used by highly …
Published in Journal of Telecommunication, Switching Systems and Networks · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Investigation of the Thermoelectric, Electronic Band Profile, and Structural Properties of Skutterudites Based on Cobalt and Antimony
Abstract: We investigated ThCo4Sb12, an actinium-filled skutterudite, from the ground up for structural, electronic, and thermoelectric properties. A generalized gradient approximation and modified BeckeJohnson potentials were used to calculate the exchange-correlation potential. The compound is shown to have metallic properties in the electronic structure calculations. Actinium series element is used as a void filler in this study. The Seebeck coefficient and electrical conductivity can be calculated using Boltzmann's transport theory. According …
Published in Journal of Structural Engineering and Management · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 13–19 Read article
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An Analysis of Multimodal Fusion in Deepfake Detection for Video Samples
Abstract: In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, deepfake technology stands as both a marvel and a threat to privacy and security. Deepfakes, hyper-realistic synthetic media created using artificial intelligence (AI), can deceive and manipulate on an unprecedented scale, from political propaganda to compromising videos of public figures. This research navigates deepfake detection, focusing on two advanced methodologies: the vision transformers (ViT) image classifier and the Meso4 method. The ViT model utilizes …
Published in Journal of Image Processing & Pattern Recognition Progress · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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A Comparative Study Between GSM and CNN to Develop Gesture Detection Based Alert System for Women Safety
Abstract: Women’s safety is a pressing issue in today’s world, and technology can play a crucial role in addressing it. This project introduces a facial expression recognition device that uses Convolution Neural Network (CNN) technology and develop it’s comparison with an expression system with use of GSM is done. Unlike traditional methods relying on manual activation or dedicated devices, this system reacts instantly to threatening situations by recognizing predefined gestures, ensuring …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power and Machine Systems · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 24–30 Read article
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From Space to Sea: Leveraging Satellite Technology for Monitoring Marine Debris
Abstract: Marine trash endangers ecosystems, so efficient detection is critical. This article describes a novel strategy for improving detection accuracy by integrating YOLOv7 instance segmentation with attention processes. Three models are evaluated: lightweight coordinate attention, the convolutional block attention module (CBAM) for spatial-channel focus, and the bottle neck transformer, which relies on self-attention. On an annotated satellite image dataset, CBAM has the greatest F1 scores in box recognition (77%) and mask …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Space Science & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Care Sched: Doctor and Patient Appointment Management
Abstract: The medical appointment system is a web application that uses PHP, JavaScript, and CSS to improve the efficiency of booking medical appointments. It features two interfaces: an admin side where patients and doctors manage their appointments and a user side where they may handle an appointment and to view records, and manage their medicines. The web platform that the system makes available provides a convenient online experience from any internet-enabled …
Published in International Journal of Computer Science Languages · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–12 Read article