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Stability Analysis of Mahua Seed and Waste Polystyrene Co-pyrolytic Oil
Abstract: Biomass pyrolytic oil is a complex mixture of organic compounds and obtained in a non-equilibrium state. Hence, the physical properties of bio-oil such as calorific value, viscosity, pH, density, flow ability and chemical compositions vary during storage. In this study, co-pyrolysis of Mahua seed was performed with waste polystyrene and studied the fuel properties and composition. The co-pyrolytic oil was produced at 2:1 ratio of seed to waste polystyrene using …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Human-Intensive Snow Disposal and Elderly Residents of Toyama Prefecture
Abstract: A human-intensive (labor-intensive) snow disposal issue at Toyama prefecture is reported herein. Recently, the aging of population has come to pose a severe difficulty in Toyama prefecture, Japan. After two or three decades, almost cities in Toyama prefecture will become quasi-marginal or marginal societies. Aging populations have already become a difficulty throughout the world. Japan is in vanguard of aging population worldwide. Many social issues are expected to occur in …
Published in International Journal of Transportation Engineering and Traffic System · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 25–41 Read article
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Study of Microstructure and corrosion effects of precipitation hardened high strength AA-7xxx aluminium alloy subjected to cryo rolling
Abstract: The strength and life of an alloy is the primary parameter taken into consideration while building hulls and superstructures for marine applications. Usually AA-7xxx is widely used for these applications and hence is chosen for the present investigation. Cast AA-7xxx alloy reveals distribution of soluble intermetallic compounds in the α-aluminium matrix. In order to improve the mechanical properties and condition the microstructural features, precipitation hardening (solutionizing and ageing) treatment was …
Published in International Journal of Metallurgy and Alloys · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 18–23 Read article
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Recent advances in utilization of wide band gap metal oxides for photocatalysis of organic waste
Abstract: Water cleaning has become a major challenge in the current scenario with huge amounts of industrial wastes being accumulated in the water bodies over the years. Traditional chemical, physical and biological processes for treating wastewater containing textile dye have disadvantages such as high cost, high energy requirement and generates secondary pollution during treatment process. The progressive oxidation processes technology has been appealing growing attention for the decomposition of organic dyes. …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Effectiveness of Video-Assisted Teaching on Knowledge and Self-Care Skills of Patients Subjected to Valvular Replacement Surgery
Abstract: Valvular heart disease (VHD) remains common in industrialized countries. Two most common types of valvular disease are aortic stenosis and mitral regurgitation. The prevalence of valvular disease increases sharply with age, owing to the predominance of degenerative etiologies. The burden of heart valvular disease in the elderly has an important impact on patient management, given the high frequency of morbidity and the increased risk associated with intervention in this age …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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A Descriptive Study to Assess the Severity of Low Back Pain Among Staff Nurses Working in NMCH Hospital, Jamuhar, Sasaram
Abstract: Background: The International Labour Organization acknowledged the need for safe and healthy workplaces for nurses 32 years ago. World health assemblies since 1979 have stressed the value of nurses to the world community and addressed the need to strengthen nursing and midwifery services, including providing nurses with safe healthful work environments. International, national and local organizations and many government entities have implanted policies and regulations to protect nurses. ICN is …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 32–38 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme on Knowledge and Attitude of Mothers Regarding Prevention of Home Accidents in Selected Rural Areas of Ludhiana Punjab.
Abstract: Background of the study: The present study was conducted to Assess The Effectiveness Of Structured Teaching Programme On Knowledge And Attitude Of Mothers Regarding Prevention Of Home Accidents In Selected Rural Areas Of Ludhiana Punjab. The objectives of the study were to assess the pre and post test knowledge of mothers regarding prevention of home accidents, to assess the pre and post test attitude of mothers regarding prevention of home …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 80–102 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Planned Teaching Programme of HIV/AIDS on Knowledge among First Year Students of Selected College in Shrirampur
Abstract: Introduction: The HIV/AIDS is best viewed as a major epidemic which poses serious challenges tomankind on a global scale. The aim of this study was to assess the HIV/AIDS-related knowledge amongB.Ed. students in Shrirampur and investigate the association between college students’ socio-demographic characteristics and their level of knowledge about HIV/AIDS. Methods: Followingrandom sampling technique, a total of 50 students aged 20–40 years were sampled from college andinterviewed through planned questionnaire. …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 50–53 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Structure Teaching Programme on Knowledge Regarding Health Hazards and Prevention of Selected Substance Abuse among Pu College Students of Urban Pu Colleges at Bangalore
Abstract: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The word “adolescence” is derived from the Latin adolescere (to grow up). Adolescence is therefore literally the period of growing up and becoming an adult. In western society the term is now mainly used to describe the period from about 12 to about 18 or 19 years, or the period of development from childhood to young adulthood. Drug is a …
Published in International journal of Nursing Science Practice and Research · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 42–86 Read article
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A Study to Assess the Knowledge among Mothers of under-Five Children Regarding Selected Behavioural Problems in Urban Community
Abstract: Children are our future and our most precious resources. The quality of tomorrow’s world and perhaps even its survival will be determined by the development of children today. Normal children are healthy, happy and well adjusted. This adjustment is developed by providing basic emotional needs along with physical and physiological needs for the mental wellbeing. Early childhood is the critical period in behaviour formation. Behavioural problems refer to the deviation …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 12–27 Read article
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Prevention of Protein Energy Malnutrition to Under-five Children
Abstract: Diarrhea is a leading cause of death and illness globally among children younger than 5 years. We used the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study framework and leveraged existing estimates of diarrhoea incidence, childhood under nutrition, and infectious disease burden to estimate the effect of malnutrition on physical growth, including weight and height, and subsequent disease among children younger than 5 year. The burden of diarrhea was …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 63–66 Read article
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Demonstration Program on Knowledge Regarding Preparation of Hyderabad Mix Among Mothers of Under Five Children in Fuljhore Rural Area at Durgapur
Abstract: The children of today are the citizens of tomorrow. One of the major factors affecting children's health and welfare is adequate nutrition. Malnutrition is a major global public health issue, especially for young children who are more susceptible to its effects. In India, malnutrition affects every other child, and it affects every third child worldwide. The majority of these children reside in rural, tribal, and urban slum areas. At this …
Published in International Journal of Pediatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 15–34 Read article
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Caregiver Burden Among Informal Caregivers of Terminally Ill Older Adult Patients in Rural Kerala, India
Abstract: Background: The increasing prevalence of chronic and terminal illnesses among the aging population has elevated the role of family members as primary caregivers for seriously ill patients, particularly in rural settings. This shift places significant burdens on caregivers, encompassing financial, emotional, and physical challenges, thereby impacting their own quality of life and well-being.Objective: This study aimed to explore the factors associated with informal caregiver burden in rural patients with critical …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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A Community-Based Study to Assess the Nutritional Status Among the Elderly Population (Above 60 Years) in Selected Areas of District Pulwama
Abstract: Malnutrition and morbidity are closely interrelated, particularly among the elderly, where poor nutritional status contributes to increased illness, functional decline, and reduced quality of life. This study aimed to assess the nutritional status of individuals aged 60 years and above and examine its association with selected sociodemographic variables. A quantitative descriptive research design was adopted, and 80 participants were selected using purposive sampling from a selected area of the Pulwama …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–19 Read article
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A Pre-Experimental Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Kegel’s Exercise on Reducing Symptoms of Urinary Incontinence Among Women in Selected Villages at Namakkal District
Abstract: A pre-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of Kegel exercises in reducing urinary incontinence among women aged above 35 years. A total of 30 women were selected from four villages in Namakkal district using a non-probability purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a socio-demographic questionnaire and a standardized Urinary Incontinence Assessment Scale. Most participants (33%) belonged to the age groups of 40–50 and 50–60 years, …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–11 Read article
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Sonochemical Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles:Process Fundamentals, Scale-Up Challenges, andIndustrial Opportunities
Abstract: The sonochemical synthesis of copper nanoparticles (Cu NPs) has emerged as a powerful and widely investigated strategy in nanomaterials research, owing to the unique physicochemical conditions generated during ultrasonic irradiation. Acoustic cavitation induced by sonication produces transient microenvironments characterized by extremely high local temperatures, pressures, and rapid cooling rates, which collectively enable efficient reduction of copper precursors into nanoscale particles. These conditions cannot be easily achieved through conventional synthetic routes, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Deep Reinforcement Learning-Based MPPT for PV Systems Under Partial Shading: A Hybrid Metaheuristic-Optimized Control Framework.
Abstract: Partial shade and quickly changing environmental conditions make Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) in photovoltaic (PV) arrays particularly difficult. In these situations, traditional algorithms frequently fail to find the global optimum or experience sluggish convergence and steady-state oscillations. To obtain reliable, real-time MPPT under non-uniform irradiance, this research suggests a hybrid control architecture that combines a deep recurrent reinforcement learning (DRL) agent with metaheuristic-based parameter optimization and a digital-twin training …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power System and Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 35–46 Read article
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Intelligent Trajectories: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for Next Generation Missile and Propellant Design
Abstract: The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) has unlocked transformative pathways for high-performance aerospace engineering, yet its integration into missile and propellant design remains nascent. This study investigates a hybrid AI-driven framework that unites physics-based modeling, data-centric learning, and multi-objective optimization to accelerate the conception, validation, and refinement of missile airframes and solid-propellant formulations. First, a physics-informed neural network (PINN) is trained on a curated database of historic missile geometries, …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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Xerostomia and Salivary Gland Hypofunction: From Pathophysiology to Nanotechnology‑Enabled Regenerative Therapies
Abstract: Xerostomia, the subjective sensation of oral dryness, is a common yet frequently underrecognized condition with multifactorial etiology and substantial consequences for oral and systemic health. Salivary gland hypofunction underlies many, but not all, cases and may result from medication use, head and neck radiotherapy, autoimmune disease, systemic illnesses, or age-related and hormonal changes. Persistent xerostomia impairs mastication, swallowing, speech, taste, and sleep, and predisposes to dental caries, periodontal disease, oral …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–27 Read article
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Literature Review on Overcoming Graphene Dispersion Challenges in Ultra High Performance Concrete: A Review of Self-Dispersion and Bio-Polymer Encapsulation Strategies
Abstract: Abstract—Ultra-High-Performance Concrete (UHPC) is a new generation of cement-based material because of its higher compressive and tensile strength, increased durability, and higher resistance to environmental degradation. However, UHPC undergoes microcracking when subjected to mechanical and thermal loading, which can jeopardize the long-term performance of the structure, decrease service life, and cause expensive maintenance. Traditional solutions to enhance UHPC durability are centered on material densification and fiber strengthening, while these treatments …
Published in International Journal of Concrete Technology · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 31–46 Read article