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Effect of Participatory Eye Care by Amelioration in Reducing Digital Eye Strain Among Computer Users in GNSU
Abstract: The prevalence of ocular complaints has grown along with the use of electronic devices in the twenty-first century of digital communication. Regular practice of eye exercise like integrated eye-neck exercises are found to be useful in relieving the eye discomfort and also improving the visual acuity. This study is to assess the effect of participatory eye care by amelioration in reducing digital eye strain among computer users in Gopal Narayan …
Published in Journal of Nursing Science & Practice · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 39–57 Read article
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Assessment of Smallholder Cassava Farmers’ Market Participation Intensity in Delta State, Nigeria
Abstract: The study assessed the decision and level of participation in the cassava market by smallholder farmers in Delta State, Nigeria. It focused on such specific objectives as to describe the socio-economic characteristics of smallholder cassava farmers in the study area, determine the level of market participation by smallholder cassava farmers, determine the factors that influence market participation by the farmers and identify the constraints the farmers face in the process …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Factors Associated with Fear of Fall and Impact on Social Participation in People with Chronic Stroke Living in Community
Abstract: Factors associated with fear of fall (FOF) have been well known in stroke patients but the impact of fall-related factors on social participation is limited. The objective of the present study was to assess the factors associated with FOF and impact of fall-related factors on the social participation in chronic ambulatory stroke patients. A community-based cross-sectional observational design was used for the present study. Thirty chronic ambulatory stroke patients (21 …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Health Professions · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 22–33 Read article
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Factors Affecting Farmers Participation in Soil and Water Conservation Practices at Qenshiben Watershed Central Ethiopia
Abstract: Soil erosion is among the foremost causes of declining soil resources in Ethiopia, which in turn affect agricultural productivity. To limit this problem, for the last two decades’ soil and water conservation measures have been practiced via free labor community mass-mobilization program. Following the launch of the program, farmers massively and voluntarily implemented soil and water conservation measures on the farm lands at different parts of the country. Participation of …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 10–22 Read article
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Electoral Engagement and Political Representation: An Analytical Study of Women’s Participation in India’s Democratic Process
Abstract: This study investigates the persistent disconnect in women’s political participation in India, where their consistently high voter turnout stands in stark contrast to their minimal presence in Parliament. Although constitutional provisions guarantee equality and women demonstrate strong engagement as voters, their representation within formal political structures remains disproportionately low. Using the 2024 Lok Sabha elections as a primary reference point, the research interrogates core questions surrounding this imbalance: Why does …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Flood Vulnerability Assessment Using Participatory GIS Approach
Abstract: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Flood is a most frequent and risky hazard as well as a disaster in the world. In the present study, Participatory GIS (PGIS) approach has been used to assess flood vulnerability and risk. The application of Participatory GIS is common and effective where local people have the ability to accumulate knowledge and experiences. The PGIS integrates qualitative information (mental maps, public …
Published in Journal of Remote Sensing & GIS · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2011 · pp. 8–22 Read article
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Community participation in enhancing actions on environment and Disaster Management
Abstract: The integral part of development considered is environment. Individual’s environment has an impact that also affects the well-being and welfare of the community. It has been depicted that in developing countries due to the absence of environmental legislation the environmental protection has been limited resulting in the creation of environmental problems in third world countries. Therefore community participation in development projects is necessary due to lack of legislation to protect …
Published in Journal of Energy, Environment & Carbon Credits · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Curbing Speculation vs. Market Participation: A Study of SEBI’s 2024 Derivatives Measures
Abstract: The derivative market has become a cornerstone of India’s financial ecosystem, complementing the traditional stock market by enabling risk management, price discovery, and liquidity enhancement. However, with the rapid growth of this segment, concerns over speculative activities have prompted regulatory intervention. On October 1, 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced significant reforms aimed at curbing speculation, protecting retail investors, and fostering market stability. While these changes …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Statistics · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 28–43 Read article
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Community Participation in the Mitigation of Geogenic Fluoride Contamination in Drinking Water: A West Bengal Model
Abstract: Abstract The water management issue is by no means an issue only for experts. The close linkages between community initiatives in mitigation approach and grass-root level technology transfer can bring a sea-change in the drinking water management in rural communities. The conventional set up of sectoral water management institutions is hardly capable of coping with the drinking water management in the rural areas. A wiser drinking water management calls for …
Published in Journal of Water Pollution & Purification Research · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 37–42 Read article
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Participatory Variety Selection and Evaluation of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Varieties in Cheha and Enemorina enner Districts of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is one of the grain food legumes contributing an enormous amount of protein to the human diet in southern Ethiopia. Participatory variety selection was conducted during 2015–16 and 2017–18 cropping seasons in Cheha and Enemorina-Enner districts using five improved varieties with local variety; laid out grandmother and mother trial Randomized completed Block Design (RCBD) with three replications. At Cheha district, Habru and Natoli, whereas at Enemorina …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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Sociological Implication of Insecurity on Women Participation in Food Production in Three Selected Communities in Gwoza LGA of Borno State
Abstract: In Nigeria, women are an important part of the production, processing, and use of the nation's food resources and as a result, they play an important part in the agricultural productivity of the nation. Not only has the persistent state of insecurity posed a threat to the very fabric of national integration in thecountry and created an environment of fear, disquiet, and anxiety, but it has also dealt a lethal …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 27–40 Read article
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Breast Cancer Screening Awareness and Participation Among Women in North India
Abstract: Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among Indian women, accounting for 25% of all female cancers (ICMR, 2020). Significant urban-rural disparities in screening persist across North India due to socioeconomic, cultural, and healthcare access barriers. This study evaluates these disparities to inform targeted interventions. A cross-sectional study was conducted among 1,500 women (750 urban, 750 rural) in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Haryana, using stratified random sampling. Data were …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 43–50 Read article
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Estimation of Rock Participation Factor through Hydro Tests of Pressure Shafts: A Case Study
Abstract: Pressure shafts for conveying water from fore-bay reservoir to power generating units are designed by taking advantage of surrounding rock mass in sharing internal design pressure. The ratio of internal pressure shared by surrounding rock mass to design pressure is known as rock participation factor (RPF). It is a very important parameter in economizing the cost of pressure shafts through saving of high strength steel. However, to ascertain share of …
Published in Journal of Water Resource Engineering and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Participation of Nursing Professionals in Pharmacovigilance Programme of India
Abstract: Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) functions as National Coordination Centre (NCC) for Pharmacovigilance Programme of India (PvPI) to monitor the adverse drug reactions (ADR). Healthcare professionals including nurses play a vital role in ADRs monitoring and reporting to NCC to ensure the safe use of medicines. NCC takes efforts to initiate nursing professionals to participate in PvPI to promote patients safety. To provide education and training to the nurses in ADRs …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Participatory Evaluation of Bean Ascochyta Blight [Phoma exigua var. diversispora (Bubak) Boerema] and Constraints of Bean Production in Rwanda
Abstract: AbstractThe awareness and perception of ascochyta blight by farmers is an important factor that affects the type of bean genotype adopted. Although farmers in Rwanda prefer large-seeded bean genotypes, both for consumption and for market, these genotypes are susceptible to ascochyta blight. It has been observed that farmers are abandoning large-seeded bean genotypes, in preference for smaller seeded genotypes, which seem to be more resistant. Therefore, the objective of this …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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Participatory Evaluation and Demonstration of Selected Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) Varieties in the West Omo Zone, Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract: In Ethiopia, sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) is the second most important root crop after enset, and it is a good source of potassium, vitamins, carbohydrates, dietary fibers, and other essential nutrients. To meet the increasing demand for sweet potatoes, different white and orange-flesh sweet potato varieties have been introduced and evaluated in the southwest region of the country by crop researchersat the Bonga Agricultural Research Center. Accordingly, based on …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Crop science and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Participatory Demonstration of Desho and Elephant Grass Strip as Biological Soil and Water Conservation Measures for Erosion Control
Abstract: Participatory demonstration and pre scaling up of biological soil conservation measures (desho andelephant grass)compared with control (without grass) works were conducted in 2011/12 E.C on three beneficiary farmers field by the main objective is contribution of biological conservation measures for controlling soil erosion and assessing farmer perception on these measures. The data were taken from 132 m2 trail area. Average soil loss data that were obtained from Elephant grass 6.6 …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–08 Read article
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Participatory Risk Management Model for Construction Projects Using Expert Systems
Abstract: Construction involves processing of numerous interdependent risks. But risk management in the sector is still largely intuitive and mere system compliance. Meticulous efforts towards a system-based approach is lacking. These lapses emphasized the need for developing an easy to use participatory model for risk management at construction project sites. A model that would not only enhance the effectiveness of the risk management process but also generate essential knowledge that can …
Published in Journal of Construction Engineering, Technology & Management · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 17–24 Read article
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Stress Perception among School-age Children
Abstract: Introduction: Prosody is the inflection embedded in speech. The perception of prosody is necessary to understand a spoken utterance, especially to appreciate the intricacies of languages. The influence of prosody is also beyond the boundaries of a sentence and provides speech its emotional tone. Prosody or the supra-segmental is made of stress (accent), intonation (pitch patterns) and the rhythmic (timing) pattern of language. Acoustically, it is described in terms of …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 4–9 Read article
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Gender Participation Role in Food Production, Processing and Utilization at Konso Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Staple food of Konso is Sorghum and it is said as ancient crop in the area. It has drought-resistant characteristics that makes basic food source for people. It is consumed in different form of dishes like cheqa, kurkufa, genfo and qita. Food security is an important issue in communities, as the area experiences high food shortages from April to August every production year. Labor division in area is considered egalitarian. …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Food Science & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 33–43 Read article