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148 articles for “pre-extension”
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Assessing the Impact of Foot Massage on Pain Reduction in Patients After Cardiothoracic Surgery
Abstract: In the United States, it is stated that cardiac surgery can result in various sources of pain. Inevitably, there is pain associated with the wound, and beyond the sternotomy incision, there may be an extensive leg wound from vein harvesting. Other contributors to pain and discomfort include drains in the mediastinal and pleural regions, tracheal tubes, and urethral catheters. Activities such as physiotherapy, movement, and tracheal toileting (suctioning of secretions) …
Published in International Journal of Medical Surgical Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Chemotactic Behavior of Caenorhabditis elegans in Different Chemical Gradients
Abstract: The nematode Caenorhabditis elegans (C. elegans) has been extensively used as a model organism for studying various behavioral aspects in small organisms. Chemotaxis has, by far, been one of the most important studies to help us understand the fundamental search and avoid behavior of C. elegans. A typical chemotaxis assay involves the use of anesthetics to paralyze the worms near the center of a chemoattractant gradient that enables us to …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 5, Issue 1-2, 2019 · pp. 25–37 Read article
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A look at friction stir processing for making better surface properties
Abstract: Abstract Friction stir processing is a surface properties modification method consequential from friction stir welding. The process uses a non-consumable tool made up of tool steel material. The tool pin and shoulder plunged in the surface of the base material plates and it mover along the predetermined path. The frictional heat stimulates the plastic deformation during the process & enhances the dynamic recrystallization. The process represents an advanced approach that …
Published in International Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–47 Read article
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AI-Assisted Code Generation: Integrating Natural Language Models with Compiler Frameworks for Enhanced Software Development
Abstract: The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has profoundly transformed contemporary software engineering practices, particularly through the emergence of AI-assisted code generation driven by large-scale natural language models (NLMs). These models, trained on extensive repositories of source code and technical documentation, enable developers to generate, modify, refactor, and optimize source code directly from natural language instructions, thereby significantly reducing manual coding effort and accelerating overall software development cycles. By allowing …
Published in International Journal of Software Computing and Testing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Risk Factors of Hypertension among Refugees in Gaza Strip-Palestine – Case Control Study
Abstract: Background: hypertension constitutes a major public health problem in the Middle East and other countries. There should be an effective management via introduction of preventive and health education measures. The main aim of this study was to identify the risk factors of hypertension among refugees in the Gaza Strip.Materials and methods: A case-control study design was adopted to conduct this study within the period June – November 2020. The study …
Published in International Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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CAE Analysis and Material Selection for Chassis of 4-Wheel Efficycle
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper presents a comprehensive Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) analysis and material selection study for the chassis of a four-wheel Efficycle — a hybrid human-electric powered vehicle designed for student competitions and sustainable mobility applications. The objective of the study is to evaluate the structural integrity, stiffness, and crashworthiness of the chassis under various loading scenarios including front impact, side impact, rollover, and torsional loads. Using CAD models developed in …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 9–18 Read article
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CAE Analysis and Material Selection for Chassis of 4-Wheel Efficycle
Abstract: ABSTRACT This paper presents a comprehensive Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) analysis and material selection study for the chassis of a four-wheel Efficycle — a hybrid human-electric powered vehicle designed for student competitions and sustainable mobility applications. The objective of the study is to evaluate the structural integrity, stiffness, and crashworthiness of the chassis under various loading scenarios including front impact, side impact, rollover, and torsional loads. Using CAD models developed in …
Published in International Journal of Computer Aided Manufacturing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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A Comprehensive Review of ARDS: From Pathogenesis to Innovative Treatment Modalities
Abstract: Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) is a serious medical condition marked by significant low oxygen levels in the blood, bilateral lung infiltrates, and extensive lung inflammation. It is often caused by a range of direct or indirect injuries to the lungs. Despite considerable advances in understanding the pathophysiology of ARDS, its complex and multifactorial nature continues to challenge clinicians in both diagnosis and management. This review provides a comprehensive analysis …
Published in International Journal of Nursing Critical Care · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article