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View article: Altitudinal gradient and its correlation with plant diversity in Daral Valley, Swat in Pakistan using multivariate analysis
Altitudinal gradient and its correlation with plant diversity in Daral Valley, Swat in Pakistan using multivariate analysis Open
Based on the data, it is evident that the altitudinal gradient in Daral Valley, Swat significantly influences plant diversity, with varying biotic and abiotic stresses impacting local flora at different elevations. Lower altitudes experien…
View article: Appraisal of phytotoxicity of heavy metals in radish (Raphanus sativus L.) grown in Sargodha district, Pakistan: A quantitative assessment
Appraisal of phytotoxicity of heavy metals in radish (Raphanus sativus L.) grown in Sargodha district, Pakistan: A quantitative assessment Open
The freshwater shortage and increased domestic effluents have led the farmers to utilize untreated sewage water for irrigation, owing to population growth and urbanization in Pakistan. Though sewage water contains essential plant nutrients…
View article: Effects of Tenebrio molitor and Zophobas Morio larvae meal supplementation on growth performance, carcass traits, and gut histomorphology in Japanese quails
Effects of Tenebrio molitor and Zophobas Morio larvae meal supplementation on growth performance, carcass traits, and gut histomorphology in Japanese quails Open
This study investigated the effects of mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) and superworm (Zophobas Morio) meal supplementation on the growth performance, carcass traits, and gut histomorphology of Japanese quails. A total of 240 day-old quail chic…
View article: The AP2/ERF transcription factor HcERF5 confers drought tolerance via ABA-mediated signaling in kenaf
The AP2/ERF transcription factor HcERF5 confers drought tolerance via ABA-mediated signaling in kenaf Open
View article: Formulation and Evaluation of PVA-Stabilized Nanoemulsion Loaded with Methylsulfonylmethane for the Treatment of Experimentally Induced Arthritis
Formulation and Evaluation of PVA-Stabilized Nanoemulsion Loaded with Methylsulfonylmethane for the Treatment of Experimentally Induced Arthritis Open
Arthritis is a persistent inflammatory condition that necessitates efficient and precise drug delivery systems to improve therapeutic results. The objective of this study was to create and assess a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA)-stabilized nanoem…
View article: The Association of Wagner Classification, Microbial Resistance, Immune Markers, and Glycemic Control With Diabetic Foot Ulcer Severity: A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Predict Severity and Outcome
The Association of Wagner Classification, Microbial Resistance, Immune Markers, and Glycemic Control With Diabetic Foot Ulcer Severity: A Multi-disciplinary Approach to Predict Severity and Outcome Open
No significant association was observed between ALC and Wagner grade in this study. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to clarify this relationship. However, a positive correlation between TLC and glycemic control suggests…
View article: PREVALENCE OF MICRONUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES IN NON PREGNANT WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE
PREVALENCE OF MICRONUTRIENT DEFICIENCIES IN NON PREGNANT WOMEN OF REPRODUCTIVE AGE Open
Background: Micronutrient deficiencies remain a significant public health issue, particularly among women of reproductive age. Despite their importance in preconception and overall health, non-pregnant women are often overlooked in nutriti…
View article: RENAISSANCE RHETORIC AND MALE GAZE: DECONSTRUCTING SPENSER'S EPITHALAMION THROUGH FEMINIST STYLISTICS
RENAISSANCE RHETORIC AND MALE GAZE: DECONSTRUCTING SPENSER'S EPITHALAMION THROUGH FEMINIST STYLISTICS Open
This study presents Feminist stylistics of Edmund Spenser Epithalamion (1595), a Renaissance marriage poem that has been praised down the ages because of its elegance and lyrical beauty as well as its elevation of spirituality of union to …
View article: Plastic Film Mulching Regulates Soil Respiration and Temperature Sensitivity in Maize Farming Across Diverse Hydrothermal Conditions
Plastic Film Mulching Regulates Soil Respiration and Temperature Sensitivity in Maize Farming Across Diverse Hydrothermal Conditions Open
Soil respiration (Rt), consisting of heterotrophic (Rh) and autotrophic respiration (Ra), plays a vital role in terrestrial carbon cycling and is sensitive to soil temperature and moisture. In dryland agriculture, plastic film mulching (PM…
View article: <b>Social Isolation, Perceived Stigma, Avoidance Behaviour And Sucidial Ideation Among Individuals With Substance Use Disorder: A Cross Sectional Study</b>
<b>Social Isolation, Perceived Stigma, Avoidance Behaviour And Sucidial Ideation Among Individuals With Substance Use Disorder: A Cross Sectional Study</b> Open
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is linked to several psychosocial issues, including social isolation, perceived stigma, avoidance behavior, and suicidal ideation. Individuals with SUD often experience social rejection and internalize negative…
View article: Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Symptomatic Orthostatic Hypotension in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease
Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Symptomatic Orthostatic Hypotension in Patients with Parkinson’s Disease Open
Background: A major non-motor consequence of Parkinson's disease (PD) that greatly increases morbidity and lowers quality of life is symptomatic orthostatic hypotension (OH). Finding the prevalence and risk factors for symptomatic OH in PD…
View article: <b>Post-Operative Outcomes of Single Versus Double Bur-Hole Technique in Patients with Chronic Subdural Hematoma</b>
<b>Post-Operative Outcomes of Single Versus Double Bur-Hole Technique in Patients with Chronic Subdural Hematoma</b> Open
Background: Chronic subdural hematoma (CSDH) is a common neurosurgical condition with increasing incidence in elderly populations and patients with coagulopathies or minor head trauma. Surgical evacuation via burr-hole drainage is the stan…
View article: ADVANCES IN HOST-PATHOGEN INTERACTION MECHANISMS IN EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES-A NARRATIVE REVIEW
ADVANCES IN HOST-PATHOGEN INTERACTION MECHANISMS IN EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES-A NARRATIVE REVIEW Open
Background: Emerging infectious diseases (EIDs) present a growing global health threat, often fueled by complex and dynamic interactions between hosts and pathogens. Understanding these interactions at molecular, cellular, and ecological l…
View article: Predictors of Stent Thrombosis and Their Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention
Predictors of Stent Thrombosis and Their Outcomes After Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Open
Background: Stent thrombosis (ST) is a significant complication of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), a widely performed procedure for managing coronary artery disease (CAD). While PCI, particularly with the use of coronary stents, …
View article: Does pruning affect the structural and ecological productivity of Juniper woodlands in the eastern Hindu Kush?
Does pruning affect the structural and ecological productivity of Juniper woodlands in the eastern Hindu Kush? Open
Juniperus species play a crucial role in the ecological dynamics of the eastern Hindu Kush region in Pakistan, growing either as mono-specific stands or co-occurring in species-poor communities on mountainous scree slopes, as well as near …
View article: Outcomes of Drug-Eluting Balloon-Only Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Elderly Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome and High Bleeding Risk
Outcomes of Drug-Eluting Balloon-Only Percutaneous Coronary Intervention in Elderly Patients With Acute Coronary Syndrome and High Bleeding Risk Open
View article: Retraction Note: Phyto-assisted synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Bauhinia variegata buds extract and evaluation of their multi-faceted biological potentials
Retraction Note: Phyto-assisted synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Bauhinia variegata buds extract and evaluation of their multi-faceted biological potentials Open
View article: Digital Twin in Dental Healthcare: Transforming Diagnostics, Surgery, and Patient Management
Digital Twin in Dental Healthcare: Transforming Diagnostics, Surgery, and Patient Management Open
Artificial Intelligence (AI) transformed dentistry by improving diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, robotic-assisted operations, and administrative efficiency. Machine learning algorithms and transformer-based designs perform better i…
View article: Immunisation status of children under 2 years of age visiting Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan: a cross-sectional analysis
Immunisation status of children under 2 years of age visiting Khyber Teaching Hospital, Peshawar, Pakistan: a cross-sectional analysis Open
Objective The study was conducted to determine the immunisation status of children under 2 years of age, assess the determinants of non-immunisation and evaluate the association between immunisation status and various sociodemographic fact…
View article: Unveiling Yield Potential in Pakistani Bread Wheat Through Genotype x Environment Interactions
Unveiling Yield Potential in Pakistani Bread Wheat Through Genotype x Environment Interactions Open
This research investigates the interplay of genotypes and year on yield and related traits in bread wheat. Two hundred wheat genotypes, including commercial varieties and landraces were evaluated at Hazara University, Pakistan during 2020-…
View article: SYMPTOMATIC EVIDENCE OF BEGOMOVIRUS DISEASE IN VEGETABLE CROPS REPORTED FROM SELECTED DISTRICTS OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN
SYMPTOMATIC EVIDENCE OF BEGOMOVIRUS DISEASE IN VEGETABLE CROPS REPORTED FROM SELECTED DISTRICTS OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN Open
View article: IN VITRO THYMIDINE PHOSPHORYLASE INHIBITORY AND ANTIGLYCATION POTENTIALS OF ANABASIS ARTICULATA HPLC PURIFIED FRACTIONS
IN VITRO THYMIDINE PHOSPHORYLASE INHIBITORY AND ANTIGLYCATION POTENTIALS OF ANABASIS ARTICULATA HPLC PURIFIED FRACTIONS Open
View article: Role Of Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology In Differentiation and Management of Solitary Thyroid Nodule.
Role Of Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology In Differentiation and Management of Solitary Thyroid Nodule. Open
Background: Solitary thyroid nodule, 4% of adult population, is common finding in patients. This needs close attention to differentiate between cyst , benign or malignant neoplasm. Objective: To see the cytological differentiation of diffe…
View article: Impact of Smoking on Long-Term Revascularization Success and Complications in Multivessel Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Retrospective Cohort Study
Impact of Smoking on Long-Term Revascularization Success and Complications in Multivessel Percutaneous Coronary Intervention: A Retrospective Cohort Study Open
Background: Smoking is a major modifiable risk factor in coronary artery disease (CAD) and is associated with adverse outcomes following percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI). PCI, widely utilized for revascularization in multivessel CA…
View article: Potential biological applications of environment friendly synthesized iron oxide nanoparticles using Sageretia thea root extract
Potential biological applications of environment friendly synthesized iron oxide nanoparticles using Sageretia thea root extract Open
View article: Statistical analysis of seroprevalence and risk factors of hepatitis C in Nowshera District, Pakistan
Statistical analysis of seroprevalence and risk factors of hepatitis C in Nowshera District, Pakistan Open
View article: Acute Biliary Stone-Induced Pancreatitis: The Outcomes of Early vs. Delayed Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
Acute Biliary Stone-Induced Pancreatitis: The Outcomes of Early vs. Delayed Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Open
Gallstones often lead to biliary pancreatitis. While the majority of individuals may only have minor symptoms, a small percentage (around 20%) will develop severe pancreatitis, which can lead to catastrophic problems if it occurs again. Ob…
View article: COMPARISON OF DRUG-ELUTING STENTS VERSUS BARE-METAL STENTS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE
COMPARISON OF DRUG-ELUTING STENTS VERSUS BARE-METAL STENTS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE Open
Coronary artery disease is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide and can lead to serious complications such as heart attack or stroke. Objectives: The study compares drug-eluting stents to bare-metal stents for treating cor…
View article: Comparison of Hospital Duration and Analysis of Harmonic Scalpel Surgery with Conventional Protocols in Patients Undergoing Thyroid Surgery
Comparison of Hospital Duration and Analysis of Harmonic Scalpel Surgery with Conventional Protocols in Patients Undergoing Thyroid Surgery Open
A thyroidectomy is a common surgical procedure, and while traditional methods including electrocautery pose a danger of tissue damage, harmonic scalpels have recently seen a rise in their use for this purpose. Objective: To determine wheth…
View article: RETRACTED ARTICLE: Phyto-assisted synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Bauhinia variegata buds extract and evaluation of their multi-faceted biological potentials
RETRACTED ARTICLE: Phyto-assisted synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Bauhinia variegata buds extract and evaluation of their multi-faceted biological potentials Open