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Extracting Alphabets and Numbers from License Plate using Mean Value
Abstract: Segmentation plays a significant role in computer vision and its related applications of image processing. Segmentation is actually a process of partitioning a digital image into multiple segments (sets of pixels) to simplify and/or change the representation of an image into more meaningful and easier to analyze. This paper presents a method of license plate extraction using segmentation method and mean value of the images. We extracted the numbers and …
Published in Journal of Image Processing & Pattern Recognition Progress · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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An Experimental Investigation on the Characterization of Al6061-Polymer Adhesive Joint by Design of Experiment
Abstract: Aluminium alloys and polymers are the light-weight materials extensively used in structural, aero-space, automobile and marine applications. Al6061 alloy and nylon 6 were joined through the adhesive bond and their characteristics were analyzed. However, joining of these dissimilar materials for the evolution of hybrid engineering structures were complex because of their difference in physical, chemical and mechanical behaviours. The Taguchi’s, Design of Experiment were conducted on the various mixture of …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 206–219 Read article
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To Evaluate the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Blood Donation
Abstract: Aim of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of planned teaching programme (power point presentation) on knowledge and attitude regarding blood donation among the B.Ed. students selected colleges at, Kanyakumari District. The study used a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design. The study was conducted in selected college of education; Kanyakumari District. The sample consisted of 77 B.Ed. students. The study participants were chosen using a convenience sampling method. The …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 71–75 Read article
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Antioxidant activity of Passiflora foetida leaf extracts and silver nanoparticles in diabetic induced rats
Abstract: The anti-oxidant system present in our body prevents against the free radicals. Anti-oxidants were glutathione peroxidise,serum catalase,vitamin E, ascorbic acid and superoxide. In our study the plant extract of Passiflora foetidae were used to estimate the antioxidant levels in diet-induced diabetic rats. The mean of glutathione peroxide of normal rats was 92.98±1.65. "The mean of diet-induced diabetic rats was 152.50 ± 1.92*. Diabetic rats treated with sitagliptin and vildagliptin had …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–16 Read article
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Radon Flux and Radium Content Determination in Cereals Products
Abstract: AbstractRadon (222Rn) in air is ubiquitous. Radon is a form of ionizing radiation and lung cancer is the only known effect on human exposure to radon in air. The radon gas can enter into the human body through respiring, drinking and eating and caused damage to respiratory and digestion system. Cereals products available in market were experimented by “Sealed Can Technique” using LR-II solid state nuclear track detectors which are …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 7–10 Read article
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A STUDY OF READING BEHAVIOUR UPON NEWSPAPER INFORMATION BY THIRUVALLUVAR LIBRARY USERS AT PERIYAR UNIVERSITY, SALEM
Abstract: The aim of the study was to investigate the reading Behaviour of thiruvalluvar library users on newspaper information at Periyar university which is in Tamilnadu state. For this research, a purposive sampling method has been chosen. The structured questionnaire was developed and distributed to 100 respondents, out of these 86 questionnaires were taken to sample. The MS-excel application software was used to analyze and interpret the data. From the finding …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Body Composition Assessment of Young Adult Females Using Body Composition Analyzer
Abstract: This cross-sectional research investigation assessed the nutritional status and body composition of university young female students of 18–28 years of age, devoid of any apparent or known health problems. A total of 30 subjects participated in the study. Nutritional status of the subjects was assessed using body mass index (BMI) and body composition analyzer BC-420 MA. Results of BMI revealed that it ranged from 15.2 to 28.8 kg/m2 with mean …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 9–14 Read article
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Evolutionary Particle Swarm Optimization (EPSO) based technique considering Voltage Stability Margin for Reactive Power Reserve Optimization
Abstract: Reactive power reserve and voltage stability are one of the important parameters required for proper operation of the electrical power system. Voltage stability covers a broad span of phenomena in power systems and its applications. Voltage stability is defined as ability of power system to assist fixed bearable potential at every single bus of the system under standard operating conditions and when put through to a disturbance. At any instant …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Mapping the Vulnerabilities of Coastline Cities and Communities in Africa to Adapt to Climate Change: A Study of Lagos-Nigeria
Abstract: The Lagos coastline is active in nature and is located about less than six feet above sea level and houses about half of 15 million people in Lagos state, and is vulnerable to changes in coastline due to flooding and erosion. Climate change has aggravated this; sea-level rise will increase the risk of storm surge flooding, and coastal erosion threatening coastal cities. The annual rainfall along the coastline of Lagos …
Published in Journal of Alternate Energy Sources & Technologies · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 44–57 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate Nurse Led Intervention Regarding Home Care Management Among Tuberculosis Patients Attending Chest and TB OPD at PGIMS Rohtak
Abstract: Introduction: Tuberculosis is an infectious bacterial pathogen caused by the bacillus called Mycobacteriumtuberculosis, an acid-fast rode shaped bacillus 0.8–5 μm in length and 0.2–0.6 μm in thickness. Tuberculosis (TB) primarily impacts the lungs (pulmonary TB), but it can also affect other parts of the body (extra-pulmonary TB). It spreads through the air and causes damage to the lungs and various other organs. TB is a significant public health issue in …
Published in International Journal of Emergency and Trauma Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 31–36 Read article
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Assessing the Impact of Chlorhexidine Mouthwash on Radiation-Induced Oral Mucositis in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Pre-Experimental Study
Abstract: Introduction: Cancer poses a major global health threat and is the second leading cause of death worldwide, following cardiovascular diseases, particularly in developed countries. Among cancers, head and neck cancer ranks as the 6th most common, representing about 6% of all cancer diagnoses. One of the frequent side effects of radiotherapy (RT) is mucositis, an inflammation of the mucous membranes. Chlorhexidine, a commonly used antiseptic and disinfectant found in mouthwashes, …
Published in International Journal of Oncological Nursing and Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Menstrual Hygiene among Adolescent Girls
Abstract: A vital aspect of health education for adolescent girls in menstrual hygiene. An effective menstrualhygiene helps to achieve millennium development goals two (universal education), three (genderequality and women empowerment) and five (improving maternal health) directly or indirectly.Adolescent girls often have lack of knowledge regarding menstrual hygiene and reproductive health.The aim of the present study is to assess the level of knowledge among adolescent girls regardingmenstrual hygiene. A quasi experimental design …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Study on Genetic Diversity in Relation to Number of Clusters in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.)
Abstract: The present investigation was conducted to examine the genetic diversity for several morphological traits in bread wheat (Triticum aestivum L.). The experiment was conducted at the Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Janta Vedic College, Baraut, Baghpat (UP), India. The experimental materials consisted of 50 cultivars of bread wheat grown in the randomized block design (RBD) with three replications. Multivariate analysis using D2 statistics [1] was used for assessing the …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Implementation and Analysis of Linear Electrical Networks using Interval Arithmetic on FPGA’s
Abstract: Interval arithmetic provides better method for monitoring and controlling errors in scientific calculations. Interval arithmetic can be used to obtain an analysis of linear electrical networks using hardware description language (HDL). In this paper the mean value theorem is used to analyze the circuits and implemented on hardware. The mean value theorem is applied for three different circuits i.e., for first order, second order and third order analog circuits. The …
Published in Current Trends in Signal Processing · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 14–21 Read article
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Significant Prolongation of QTc-Interval in Overweight-Obese Hypertensive Patients Does Not Relate to the Obesity as a Risk Factor
Abstract: The duration of QT interval in the electrocardiograph record represents the ventricular repolarization. It is prolonged in women, ageing and using certain medications. In hypertensive patients, prolongation of QT interval is associated with cardiac risk factors and/or the complications of hypertension. This study aimed to measure the uncorrected (QT) and corrected (QTc) intervals using different formulas in overweight-obese patients with chronic hypertension. A total number of 25 healthy subjects and …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 36–41 Read article
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Effect of Soya bean Intervention on Lipid Profile of 40–60 Year Female Undergoing Coronary Intervention
Abstract: Diet and life style choices are major factors contributing to the risk of CAD which is responsible for more deaths in the whole world. It is well known that the modification on lipid concentration is a useful approach to decrease CAD mortality. Soybean contains lean vegetable protein, fibre and bioactive substance—Isoflavone. So it has got attention as cardio protective substance. Isoflavones may have lipid independent coronary benefits, such as enhancing …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 80s–86s Read article
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Quality Appraisal for the Ornamental Bird, Fish, Dog, and Cat Foods Available in Bangladesh
Abstract: The study aimed to assess if the chemical composition of different avian, aquatic, dog, and cat foods commonly available in Chattogram, Bangladesh adheres to the recommended standards. Food samples were collected and subjected to proximate analysis for the dry matter (DM), crude protein (CP), crude fibre (CF), ether extract (EE), nitrogen free extract (NFE), and total ash (TA). The plant seeds used for ornamental birds exhibited substantial variability in terms …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · pp. 23–34 Read article
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Evaluation of the relationship between natural head posture, cephalic index, and dental parameters – A Cephalometric study
Abstract: Aim - The present study aimed to evaluate the relationship between natural head posture, cephalic index, and dental parameters (maxillary arch width and mandibular anterior crowding).Material and Methods –100 case records (lateral cephalograms and dental casts) were used in this study (86 females and 14 males). The cases were divided into two groups; Group I (38 subjects) crowding less than 2mm and Group II (62 subjects) crowding more than 2mm. …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 18–25 Read article
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Heart Rate and Serum Nitric Oxide Express Circahoralian Oscillation in Hypertensive Patients
Abstract: Cardiovascular cells possess circadian oscillators and certain cardiovascular diseases are attributed to disruption in cardiac circadian rhythm. This study is aimed to find the association between the serum level of nitrogen species and the electrocardiograph records taking in consideration the circahoralian oscillation in hypertensive patients. A total number of fifty hypertensive patients and twenty healthy subjects were admitted in this study. The anthropometric measurements and lipid profile were determined. Serum …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Medicine · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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Radio-Assay of Plant Samples at the Proposed Nuclear Reactor Site in Geregu, North-Central Nigeria
Abstract: Radio-assay of plant samples at the Geregu site, North-Central Nigeria, was evaluated to determine the radiological burden on the environment. Plant samples were collected from ten different locations on the site and the concentrations were measured using gamma spectroscopy. Radiological equivalent dose was estimated using standard analytical methods. The mean value for the external outdoor absorbed gamma dose rates due to terrestrial γ-rays from the nuclides Ra-226, Th-232 and K-40 …
Published in Journal of Nuclear Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 6–13 Read article