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View article: Structural and functional characterization of a metagenomically derived γ‐type carbonic anhydrase and its engineering into a hyperthermostable esterase
Structural and functional characterization of a metagenomically derived γ‐type carbonic anhydrase and its engineering into a hyperthermostable esterase Open
The 16S microbial community profiling of a metagenomics library from geothermal spring at Lisvori (Lesvos island, Greece) enabled the identification of a putative sequence exhibiting 95% identity to the γ‐type carbonic anhydrase (γ‐CA) fro…
View article: Analysing the Impact of Digital Marketplaces on Farmer Livelihoods
Analysing the Impact of Digital Marketplaces on Farmer Livelihoods Open
The rise of e-commerce and advent of digital marketplaces has revolutionised the agriculture sector, offering farmers new avenues for market access, information exchange and financial transactions. This research delves into this transforma…
View article: Unraveling the genetic architecture of rice yield potential by investigating the impacts of heterosis and inbreeding depression
Unraveling the genetic architecture of rice yield potential by investigating the impacts of heterosis and inbreeding depression Open
View article: Social Forestry: Farmers’ Perspective on Practice and Implications for Socio-Economic Conditions of the Farmers in Peshawar Velley, Pakistan
Social Forestry: Farmers’ Perspective on Practice and Implications for Socio-Economic Conditions of the Farmers in Peshawar Velley, Pakistan Open
The concept of social forestry, which combines sustainable rural development with the management of forest resources, has had a substantial impact on the socioeconomic conditions and means of subsistence of farmers in Pakistan's Peshawar V…
View article: The Impact of Socio-Economic Factors on Youth Fast Food Consumption: A Study of Pakistan
The Impact of Socio-Economic Factors on Youth Fast Food Consumption: A Study of Pakistan Open
This study looks at how socioeconomic factors affect Pakistani teenagers' use of fast food. Fast food is now more widely available in Pakistan because of the country's rising urbanization and globalization, especially among younger people.…
View article: Pakistan Army’s Role Against Terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Post-US Withdrawal (2021–2024)
Pakistan Army’s Role Against Terrorism in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Post-US Withdrawal (2021–2024) Open
The August 2021 withdrawal of U.S. forces from Afghanistan and the Taliban’s return to power precipitated a sharp escalation of terrorist violence in Pakistan. This paper examines the Pakistan Army’s counterterrorism role in the post-withd…
View article: Human-Centered or Eco-Centered? Evaluating Anthropocentrism in Dawn’s Climate Change Discourse
Human-Centered or Eco-Centered? Evaluating Anthropocentrism in Dawn’s Climate Change Discourse Open
This study investigates the framing of climate change in Dawn, Pakistan’s leading English-language newspaper, during 2024–2025. Drawing on Stibbe’s (2021) Stories We Live By framework, the analysis categorizes reporting into anthropocentri…
View article: Simulacra, Simulation, and the Politics of Representation in Arundhati Roy’s The Ministry of Utmost Happiness
Simulacra, Simulation, and the Politics of Representation in Arundhati Roy’s The Ministry of Utmost Happiness Open
This study examines how Jean Baudrillard’s concepts of simulacra, simulation, and hyperreality inform the representation of characters, events, and institutions in Arundhati Roy’s The Ministry of Utmost Happiness. The analysis highlights t…
View article: Factors Affecting Non Compliance to Medication in Epileptic Patients
Factors Affecting Non Compliance to Medication in Epileptic Patients Open
Non-compliance with antiepileptic medications is a significant concern, leading to poor seizure control, increased hospitalization, and higher healthcare costs. Objective: To identify factors contributing to non-compliance among epileptic …
View article: Analytical Approaches to Nonlinear Systems: The Itoh-Kupershmidt Equation via HPM and VIM
Analytical Approaches to Nonlinear Systems: The Itoh-Kupershmidt Equation via HPM and VIM Open
Modern approaches like the HPM and the VIM are investigated by researchers because non-linear ODEs and PDEs frequently elude simple analytical solutions. We investigate a well-known non-linear PDE, the Itoh-Kupershmidt equation, which has …
View article: Job satisfaction of university teachers: A comparative study of gender, age and marital status
Job satisfaction of university teachers: A comparative study of gender, age and marital status Open
This study was conducted to compare the job satisfaction of university teachers regarding gender, age and marital status. The study was quantitative in nature and descriptive method and survey technique were used for the collection of data…
View article: EVALUATION OF HERBICIDE EFFICIENCY AND THEIR IMPACT WITH REDUCED RATES ALONG WITH ADJUVANTS AT VARYING APPLICATION TIME IN MAIZE (ZEA MAYS L.)
EVALUATION OF HERBICIDE EFFICIENCY AND THEIR IMPACT WITH REDUCED RATES ALONG WITH ADJUVANTS AT VARYING APPLICATION TIME IN MAIZE (ZEA MAYS L.) Open
Efficient crop management practices that enhance the overall production is demand of modern ages. Herbicides are major component of weed management in modern day’s agriculture. A balanced dose of herbicides along with an appropriate time o…
View article: Optimization of a multiplex PCR assay for simultaneous detection of key bovine respiratory infections
Optimization of a multiplex PCR assay for simultaneous detection of key bovine respiratory infections Open
The control of respiratory infections is integral to a healthy livestock farm. The current study was conducted to optimize a multiplex PCR assay for simultaneous detection of Pasteurella multocida (P. multocida), Staphylococcus aureus (S. …
View article: Thermal Carbonization of Biomass Wood Dust and Algae Wastes <i>via</i> Microwave-Assisted H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>: Desirability Function and Statistical Optimization for Methylene Blue Dye Removal
Thermal Carbonization of Biomass Wood Dust and Algae Wastes <i>via</i> Microwave-Assisted H<sub>3</sub>PO<sub>4</sub>: Desirability Function and Statistical Optimization for Methylene Blue Dye Removal Open
This research utilized a carbonization procedure via microwave irradiation assisted by H3PO4 to generate a cost-effective adsorbent (CWDAG) from wood dust (WD) and algal (AG) biomass. The resulting CWDAG adsorbent was characterized for its…
View article: Characterization and metagenomics analysis of the oral microbiome of Pteropus medius: Insights from next-generation sequencing
Characterization and metagenomics analysis of the oral microbiome of Pteropus medius: Insights from next-generation sequencing Open
The present study was planned to characterize the oral microbiome of Pteropus medius using n ext- g eneration s equen c in g and to evaluate its potential zoonotic implications. Six specimens were sampled from rural and urban sites namely …
View article: INVESTIGATING THE LIFT AND DRAG COEFFICIENTS OF NACA 4412 AIRFOIL USING CFD SIMULATIONS
INVESTIGATING THE LIFT AND DRAG COEFFICIENTS OF NACA 4412 AIRFOIL USING CFD SIMULATIONS Open
This research examines the aerodynamic behavior of a NACA 4412 airfoil under subsonic flow conditions. The behavior is examined in terms of the lift which is produced as a result of air attacking the airfoil. The paper systematically inclu…
View article: The Effects of Marijuana Use on Student’s Academic Performance: A Case Study of Pakistan
The Effects of Marijuana Use on Student’s Academic Performance: A Case Study of Pakistan Open
View article: Socio-Economic Problems Faced by Rural Women in Agricultural Activities in Pakistan
Socio-Economic Problems Faced by Rural Women in Agricultural Activities in Pakistan Open
View article: Native and post-contrast mapping, cine imaging, and LGE imaging using cine MR fingerprinting: initial experience for cardiomyopathy phenotyping
Native and post-contrast mapping, cine imaging, and LGE imaging using cine MR fingerprinting: initial experience for cardiomyopathy phenotyping Open
View article: Analyzing the Causes of Low Enrollment in Public Intermediate Institutions in Punjab, Pakistan
Analyzing the Causes of Low Enrollment in Public Intermediate Institutions in Punjab, Pakistan Open
The primary objective of this study is to seek the underlying causes of low enrollment and analyze the key factors contributing to the low enrollment rates in public institutions as compared to private colleges in the Punjab, Pakistan. Thi…
View article: Survey on Dl-Based Object Detection and Pose Estimation for Human-Robot Collaboration Manufacturing
Survey on Dl-Based Object Detection and Pose Estimation for Human-Robot Collaboration Manufacturing Open
View article: Epidemiological and genotypic assessment of cystic echinococcosis in ruminant populations of Northern Punjab, Pakistan: a neglected zoonotic disease
Epidemiological and genotypic assessment of cystic echinococcosis in ruminant populations of Northern Punjab, Pakistan: a neglected zoonotic disease Open
View article: Effect of Physical Training on Oxygen Saturation at Very High Altitude in Young Males
Effect of Physical Training on Oxygen Saturation at Very High Altitude in Young Males Open
Objective: To determine the effect of physical training on oxygen saturation at very high altitude in young male individuals. Study Design: Prospective longitudinal study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Pulmonology PEMH Rawalpi…
View article: Correction: Molecular surveillance based on anaplasmosis in domestic small ruminants: First report on zoonotic Anaplasma capra and phylogenetic insights from Faisalabad, Pakistan
Correction: Molecular surveillance based on anaplasmosis in domestic small ruminants: First report on zoonotic Anaplasma capra and phylogenetic insights from Faisalabad, Pakistan Open
[This corrects the article DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0305412.].
View article: Spatial distribution of Q fever in sheep and goats of selective villages of Punjab Province, Pakistan
Spatial distribution of Q fever in sheep and goats of selective villages of Punjab Province, Pakistan Open
This study aimed to assess the geographical distribution of Q fever in sheep and goats in different areas of Punjab, Pakistan. Three hundred blood samples of small ruminants including sheep and goats were collected from 60 villages of thre…
View article: Simulation of urban flooding using 3D computational fluid dynamics with turbulence model
Simulation of urban flooding using 3D computational fluid dynamics with turbulence model Open
An alarming increase in the frequency of extreme rainfall events necessitates advanced flood risk reduction methods. This study uses ANSYS Fluent to simulate the 'Model urban city' flow experiment, comparing aligned and staggered urban lay…
View article: Frequency of Abnormal Electroencephalography in Cases with Ischemic Stroke
Frequency of Abnormal Electroencephalography in Cases with Ischemic Stroke Open
Stroke was a common global condition, with low-income countries bearing the highest burden. It leads to reduced cerebral blood flow, limiting oxygen and glucose, and causing cerebral infarction. Electroencephalography has been used as a bi…
View article: Effectiveness of Nutrition Education on Weight Loss and Body Metrics Among Obese Adults: An Interventional Study
Effectiveness of Nutrition Education on Weight Loss and Body Metrics Among Obese Adults: An Interventional Study Open
Background Obesity has detrimental personal, societal, and economic consequences and raises the risk of developing chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Diet and exercise behaviors are frequently the focus of weigh…
View article: Tick Infestation and Molecular Detection of Tick-Borne Pathogens from Indian Long-Eared Hedgehogs (Hemiechinus collaris) in Pakistan
Tick Infestation and Molecular Detection of Tick-Borne Pathogens from Indian Long-Eared Hedgehogs (Hemiechinus collaris) in Pakistan Open
Hedgehogs can act as reservoirs for the transmission of tick-borne pathogens (TBPs) to domestic livestock, wild animals, and humans. Understanding host–tick dynamics is essential to evaluate the impact of TBPs. This study was conducted in …
View article: Impact on physico-chemical characteristics of cream cheese analogue using blend of dairy and vegetable fat
Impact on physico-chemical characteristics of cream cheese analogue using blend of dairy and vegetable fat Open
Cream cheese analogue is a soft cheese with a slightly sweet and pleasantly tangy taste. It is prepared using the substitutes of dairy fats and proteins partially or completely. Cream cheese analogue ingredients are purchased carefully kee…