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An Exploratory Analysis of Hypertension Awareness Among Patients with High Blood Pressure
Abstract: Introduction: Hypertension stands as a persistent health issue, significantly contributing to the development of coronary heart disease, stroke, and various other vascular conditions. As the most prevalent cardiovascular disorder, it represents a significant public health dilemma. According to the World Health Organization, hypertension is a leading cause of death, responsible for 20.5% of total global mortality. Hypertension is termed the "silent killer," as hypertension is often asymptomatic. It is the …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Effect of Epsom Salt Soak on Migraine among Nursing Students at SUM Nursing College, Bhubaneswar
Abstract: Background: Migraine, a genetically influenced disorder, manifests as recurring episodes of intense headache, typically on one side of the head, often accompanied by nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. It constitutes a significant source of chronic illness and is a leading contributor to various types of headaches globally. Epsom salt, known for its anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, offers a side-effect-free option for alleviating migraine pain and serves as a …
Published in International Journal of Neurological Nursing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 31–34 Read article
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Passive cooling Techniques in Ancient Indian Buildings-A study
Abstract: The long-established historic architecture is known for providing cool indoor climatic conditions to its occupants using passive and natural cooling methods. It is therefore becoming very important to recognize the passive cooling Technique used in these ancient architectures. This paper thus tries to study some examples of Ancient Mughal architecture. Their building elements as a part of the important passive cooling methods. It has been found that natural ventilation and …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 11–20 Read article
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Suitability of the Rice Husk Ash as a Pozzolanic Material for Cement Replacement in Concrete
Abstract: The optimized RHA (rice husk ash) by controlled burn or grinding has been used as a pozzolanic material in cement and concrete. It provides many benefits, like improved strength and sturdiness properties, and environmental edges associated with the disposal of waste materials and to reduced greenhouse gas emissions. Up to now, very little analysis has been done to analyze the utilization of RHA as supplementary material in cement and concrete …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 39–50 Read article
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Sustainable Streetscape Development for Small Communities – A Case study of City of Cullman, Alabama, USA
Abstract: This paper is based on proposal prepared by the author for the city, which was in transition and adopting its new comprehensive plan. The paper emphasizes current trends and interventions of planners for small- to medium-sized communities. The Downtown streetscape project was part of the comprehensive plan 2030 adopted by the City of Cullman, USA in the year 2009. This CompPlan expressed concern that to attract and retain the businesses …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Need of Architectural Restoration and Conservation of Ancient Coastal Manora Fort in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: An ancient Manora Fort was built by Maratha Ruler in 1814-1815 as victory Tower, eight storied hexagonal Minaret style. Due to unstable ground of sea shore and Indian Ocean tsunami in Dec. 2004, the fort was severally damaged by natural disaster, along with other monuments. The renovation and improvement of infrastructures were made by State Tourism Deptt. In 2007, the tourists are allowed only up to the second level of …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 16–20 Read article
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Energy Conscious Architecture: Demand or Necessity
Abstract: In today’s world there is a growing awareness of the energy use and its crisis thereof, and thus the need to conserve and manage the energy resources in a responsible manner is being increasingly felt by different sectors of the economy. There has been a recent trend of exponential increase in energy pricing, with the result that the hitherto underestimated concept of energy conservation has swiftly assumed great significance and …
Published in International Journal of Housing and Human Settlement Planning · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 26–30 Read article
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Religious Precincts as Community Spaces: A Case Study of Gurudwaras as Places of Worship and Social Gathering
Abstract: Religious precincts play a significant role in providing a sense of community and social interaction. Gurudwaras, the places of worship for Sikhs, are not only sites of religious significance but also serve as community spaces for social gathering and cultural expression. This research paper presents acase study of several Gurudwaras around the world, including the Golden Temple in Amritsar, Gurdwara Sahib of San Jose, Sri Guru Singh Sabha in Southall, …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Bamboo Reinforced Low Cost House - A Case Study
Abstract: The objective is to set up a low cost house using bamboo and its culms as reinforcement material. A prototype of such a construction has been undertaken in an area of 255 sq.ft. As bamboo acts as a structural member, it can replace steel as reinforcement. The proposed structure consists of four supporting column and one main column at its centre to achieve a better economy due to reduction in …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 59–70 Read article
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Seaweed Mediated Biosynthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Gracilaria fergusonii J.Ag. Collected From Hare Island, Thoothukudi in the South East Coast of Tamil Nadu, India
Abstract: In the present study silver nanoparticles were synthesized using the aqueous extract of red seaweed Gracilaria fergusonii J.Ag. as the reducing agent. The formation of silver nanoparticles was confirmed by colour change from light yellow to dark brownish red, UV– visible spectroscopy, FT-IR, X-ray diffraction method (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray microanalysis spectroscopy (EDS). The anoparticles showed an absorbance at 442 nm on UV–visible spectroscopy. The …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 50–57 Read article
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Cost-Effective Procedure of Agarose Gel Recycling
Abstract: Agarose gel electrophoresis is a commonly used technique in various areas of biotechnology. This pretentious but specific analytical procedure is used in research, biomedical, and forensic laboratories. Agarose gel recycling is a realistic approach for molecular genetic studies. Reuse of agarose gel for daily routine experiments to save money due to limited financial resources for research. This practice satisfies a need to control expenses. Recycled agarose can be used for …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 Read article
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Chemical Contaminants and Pollution in the Measurable Life of Dhaka City
Abstract: Environmental pollution and food contamination are as old as the civilization itself. It is the consequence of the development of civilization, over utilization of nature, industrialization, and, in fact, a price for the progress. It is highly prominent in Dhaka city. Purpose of the Study: Brief review of chemical-induced pollution and contamination, their consequences and control. Materials and Methods: Comprehensive literature search followed by consulting healthcare professionals about environmental pollution …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Study of Converting Covid-19 Plastic Waste into Fuel with Automated Temperature Monitoring of Pyrolysis Process
Abstract: Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began, medical initial responders and health care workers have relied on plastic-based, single-use personal protective equipment (PPE) like masks and gowns to protect themselves from the coronavirus. The result has been quickly growing into a mountain ofplastic waste. Due to the difficulty of their natural disintegration at room temperature, once these plastic materials are released into the environment, they end up in landfills or the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 23–29 Read article
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Bioethanol Production from Corncob Cellulosic Biomass: RSM and ANN based Optimization for Dilute Acid Pretreatment
Abstract: To increase the yield of fermentable sugars, the complexity of lignocellulosic biomass requires a pretreatment method. Dilute acid hydrolysis was used to efficiently pretreatment corn cobs. The aim of this study was to characterize corncob and investigate the effect of process parameters on total reducing sugar (TRS) yield during dilute acid hydrolysis pretreatment of corncob biomass. The morphology and microstructure of the samples were examined using an X-ray diffraction machine, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 16–34 Read article
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Identifying Chemical Combination in Consumer Products – A Report
Abstract: Chemical are both helpful as well as harmful. When used cautiously under preset and standardized protocols, they carry out several chemical reactions and synthesis. However, many of the products synthesized using chemicals have harmful effects. Many of the everyday use products such as cosmetics, detergents, toothpaste, etc., are composed of chemicals about which we are not aware of. These have several harmful side-effects and long term health issues associated with …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Catalytic Study of Chitosan-Schiff Base Manganese Complex
Abstract: Schiff base is the condensation product formed when a primary amine reacts with a carbonyl compound. The term Schiff base is normally applied to those compounds when they are being used as ligands to form coordination complexes with metal ions. Its formation takes place under acid or base catalysis or with heat. Vanillin Schiff base and Aspartic acid-Salicylaldehyde Schiff bases have been synthesised bycondensation reaction. The synthesized ligands were mixed …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Synthesis and Chemical Reactions · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Enhanced Recovery by Hydrotropes in Oxidized Coal Flotation
Abstract: AbstractSo far flotation proved its best in improving the concentration of low grade fines by recovering the maximum with the use of advanced flotation reagents. In this context we propose the process optimization with the use of hydrotropes as activators in the coal flotation process. It is observed that sodium benzoate a known hydrotrope helped in increasing the recovery of the concentrate percent from 12.8% at plant condition to 31% …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–23 Read article
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Effect of Environmental Parameters on Corrosion of Metal Steel in Stagnant Fresh Water Using Finite Element Approach
Abstract: Corrosion as the determination or destruction of metal due to the reaction with it environment has posed a large amount of threat to industrial plants, human, increased cost of maintenance of plant and like cause injury to human due to accident in work place. This work studies the effect of environmental parameters of corrosion of three types of steel, Cast iron, mild steel and stainless steel in stagnant water media …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 1–23 Read article
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Investigation of Mild Steel Corrosion by Clay Soil Environment
Abstract: This research work was carried out to observe the microbiologically induced corrosion in relation to mild steel of clay soil environments. We analyzed the physicochemical parameters and ascertained their biological features and impacts in the soil environment. In course of this research work, clay soil samples were collected in exactly four different locations at 100 m to 200 m and mixed together to form a single sample (sample D). The …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 54–63 Read article
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Analysis of Flat Slab by MATLAB Coding
Abstract: A reinforced concrete slab supported by columns with, or without drop is called as flat slab. The columns for flat slab provided with, or without column heads. Flat slab is a universal structural component widely used in construction now-a-days. Flat slab requires minimum depth as compared to other slab, hence saving in material cost, speedy construction and it allows flexible column grids. MATLAB programming helps in high-performance numerical computation and …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 47–53 Read article