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View article: Integrated biocontrol strategies using indigenous fungal endophytes Aspergillus fumigatus and Curvularia lunata against wheat stripe rust
Integrated biocontrol strategies using indigenous fungal endophytes Aspergillus fumigatus and Curvularia lunata against wheat stripe rust Open
Background Wheat stripe rust, caused by Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici (Pst), is a major pathogenic threat, particularly in regions with favorable moist conditions during the growing season, resulting in significant commercial losses.…
View article: Large rectal Tubulovillous adenoma leading to McKittrick–Wheelock syndrome
Large rectal Tubulovillous adenoma leading to McKittrick–Wheelock syndrome Open
McKittrick–Wheelock syndrome (MWS) is a rare condition characterized by chronic diarrhea caused by colorectal villous adenoma, which can lead to severe hyponatremia, hypokalemia, and kidney injury. We present a case of MWS resulting from a…
View article: A synergistic ZnS/MWCNT heterostructure as an advanced electrode for high-performance, long-cycle life lithium-ion batteries: experimental and DFT insights
A synergistic ZnS/MWCNT heterostructure as an advanced electrode for high-performance, long-cycle life lithium-ion batteries: experimental and DFT insights Open
The developed synergistic ZnS/MWCNT heterostructure exhibits enhanced capacitance and excellent cycling stability, making it a promising anode material for next-generation energy storage systems.
View article: Retraction notice to "From darkness to light: Unveiling the asymmetric nexus between energy poverty and environmental quality in South Asia" [Heliyon 10 (2024) e27100]
Retraction notice to "From darkness to light: Unveiling the asymmetric nexus between energy poverty and environmental quality in South Asia" [Heliyon 10 (2024) e27100] Open
[This retracts the article DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e27100.].
View article: Mamba-optimized transformer framework with dynamic deformation fields for real-time medical image registration
Mamba-optimized transformer framework with dynamic deformation fields for real-time medical image registration Open
This paper presents a novel framework for real-time medical image registration that synergistically combines Mamba optimization, dynamic deformation fields, and transformer-based architectures. The proposed framework addresses key challeng…
View article: The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Health Economy, Workforce Productivity, and Administrative Efficiency: A Systematic Review
The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Health Economy, Workforce Productivity, and Administrative Efficiency: A Systematic Review Open
Background: Healthcare systems globally are under increasing financial and operational strain due to aging populations, rising expenditures, and workforce shortages. Amid these challenges, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a prom…
View article: EFFECT OF DIFFERENT LIGHT TYPES AND EXPOSURE DURATIONS ON STOMATAL CHARACTERISTICS IN TWO CULTIVARS OF CARNATION (Dianthus caryophyllus L.)
EFFECT OF DIFFERENT LIGHT TYPES AND EXPOSURE DURATIONS ON STOMATAL CHARACTERISTICS IN TWO CULTIVARS OF CARNATION (Dianthus caryophyllus L.) Open
A study was conducted to examine the effects of different light types, colors, and exposure durations on the morphological and stomatal characteristics of two carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus) cultivars, Ormea and Moonlight, cultivated und…
View article: Social and health determinants of wait times for primary care in Canada
Social and health determinants of wait times for primary care in Canada Open
Wait times for primary care were found to be associated with patient-level social and health determinants including race, education level, absence or presence of a regular health care provider, self-reported health status, and multimorbidi…
View article: Association of gestational age and birth weight with early childhood caries and developmental defects of enamel in children aged 3–6 years: A cross-sectional study
Association of gestational age and birth weight with early childhood caries and developmental defects of enamel in children aged 3–6 years: A cross-sectional study Open
Context: Preterm birth and low birth weight (LBW) increase the risk of systemic and oral health issues, including early childhood caries (ECC) and developmental defects of enamel (DDE). Aim: To compare the prevalence of ECC and DDE among p…
View article: Erythrocyte membrane coated biodegradable nanoparticles detoxify LPS-induced toxicity by producing non-mutagenic metabolites and downregulating pro-inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress markers
Erythrocyte membrane coated biodegradable nanoparticles detoxify LPS-induced toxicity by producing non-mutagenic metabolites and downregulating pro-inflammatory cytokines and oxidative stress markers Open
Bacterial lipopolysaccharides are considered as chief virulent factor and found to be responsible for numerous clinical manifestations and lethal effects in both animals and humans. The ability of LPS to express acute phase proteins and cy…
View article: Comprehensive genome-wide analysis of plant-specific YABBY transcription factor gene family in beetroot (Beta vulgaris) and its association with Arabidopsis thaliana
Comprehensive genome-wide analysis of plant-specific YABBY transcription factor gene family in beetroot (Beta vulgaris) and its association with Arabidopsis thaliana Open
Plants use the YABBY gene family as a binding transcription factor (DNA) to control the plant style length in bloom and lateral organ development polarity. Bioinformatics techniques enabled researchers to find YABBY gene family members wit…
View article: Scaling Truth: The Confidence Paradox in AI Fact-Checking
Scaling Truth: The Confidence Paradox in AI Fact-Checking Open
The rise of misinformation underscores the need for scalable and reliable fact-checking solutions. Large language models (LLMs) hold promise in automating fact verification, yet their effectiveness across global contexts remains uncertain.…
View article: Self‐Assembled Small Interfering RNA‐Gold Supraclusters Detected at the Single‐Molecule Level in the Near‐Infrared‐II Window
Self‐Assembled Small Interfering RNA‐Gold Supraclusters Detected at the Single‐Molecule Level in the Near‐Infrared‐II Window Open
Gold nanoclusters (AuNCs) possess unique photophysical properties that make them excellent candidates for advanced bioimaging and single‐particle detection. In this article, the self‐assembly of highly emissive, positively charged near‐inf…
View article: The First Delay in Maternal Care: Knowledge of Obstetric Danger Signs among Pregnant Women in Pakistan
The First Delay in Maternal Care: Knowledge of Obstetric Danger Signs among Pregnant Women in Pakistan Open
Maternal morbidity and mortality remain a serious challenge in low- and middle-income settings, often driven by delays in recognising and acting upon obstetric danger signs (ODS). In Sindh, Pakistan, data on pregnant women's awareness of s…
View article: Cuffed Versus Uncuffed Endotracheal Intubation in Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Cuffed Versus Uncuffed Endotracheal Intubation in Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Open
Background: Over the last two decades, the decision of choosing cuffed versus uncuffed endotracheal tubes (ETTs) in the pediatric population has been widely debated. Oftentimes, uncuffed tubes took preference because of concerns regarding …
View article: Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Diabetic Retinopathy among Health Care Workers
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice about Diabetic Retinopathy among Health Care Workers Open
Background: The study investigated the KAP about Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) among health care workers. DR is a common but often overlooked complication of diabetes that can gradually lead to vision loss and in many cases, complete blindness…
View article: Investigating the Role of AI in Supporting Nursing Decision-Making and Practice
Investigating the Role of AI in Supporting Nursing Decision-Making and Practice Open
This paper explores the position of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in assisting nursing practice and decision-making and considers its advantages, limitations, and future prospects in nursing. Based on mixed-methodology, the data was gathere…
View article: A Critical Analysis of Coverage on Environmental News in Two Pakistani National Leading Newspapers (Daily Dawn and Jung “May to July 2024”)
A Critical Analysis of Coverage on Environmental News in Two Pakistani National Leading Newspapers (Daily Dawn and Jung “May to July 2024”) Open
This study critically examines the coverage of environmental news in two of Pakistan’s leading national newspapers using both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The research investigates the extent and nature of environmental r…
View article: <b>Green Entrepreneurship in Pakistan: Testing a Multi-Mediator Model of Policy Support and Behavioral Outcomes</b>
<b>Green Entrepreneurship in Pakistan: Testing a Multi-Mediator Model of Policy Support and Behavioral Outcomes</b> Open
This study investigates the impact of digital competency on entrepreneurial behavior, emphasizing the mediating roles of entrepreneurial alertness, motivation, and intention. As digital technologies reshape the global business landscape, d…
View article: UNTOUCHABILITY AND ELITIST ETHOS: A SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF BYAPARI’S THE NEMESIS
UNTOUCHABILITY AND ELITIST ETHOS: A SOCIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF BYAPARI’S THE NEMESIS Open
The present study examines the interplay of untouchability and elitist ethos within the caste-ridden socio-political landscape of India as presented in Byapari’s (2023) novel The Nemesis. Byapari’s autobiographical work, rooted in the live…
View article: The Impact of AI Powered Learning Platforms on Student Motivation and Academic Self-Efficacy: A Psychological Perspective
The Impact of AI Powered Learning Platforms on Student Motivation and Academic Self-Efficacy: A Psychological Perspective Open
This study was to examine the impact of employing Artificial Intelligence (AI) on academic motivation and affective state of a Pakistani student in the tertiary learning institutions in Pakistan. Adoption of a quantitative research design,…
View article: Dual Anticancer and Antimicrobial Activity of Novel Salicylal Carbothioamide Metal Complexes: Synthesis, Spectroscopic Characterization, and Molecular Docking Insights
Dual Anticancer and Antimicrobial Activity of Novel Salicylal Carbothioamide Metal Complexes: Synthesis, Spectroscopic Characterization, and Molecular Docking Insights Open
A novel salicylal carbothioamide ligand was synthesized and used to prepare a series of transition metal complexes with Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II), Mn(II), and Zn(II) in 1:1 and 1:2 metal-to-ligand stoichiometries. The synthesized complexes we…
View article: BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS: UNDERSTANDING THE INFECTION, MECHANISMS, AND CHALLENGES OF RECURRENCE
BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS: UNDERSTANDING THE INFECTION, MECHANISMS, AND CHALLENGES OF RECURRENCE Open
– One of the most common health issues affecting women is bacterial vaginosis (BV),that is result from alterations in the vaginal microbiome. It is frequently linked to vaginal inflammation, affects women’s reproductive health and an incre…
View article: Ochratoxin A and its Relationship with Biochemical Markers in Human with Chronic Kidney Disease
Ochratoxin A and its Relationship with Biochemical Markers in Human with Chronic Kidney Disease Open
Background: Ochratoxin A (OTA) is a nephrotoxic mycotoxin, which potentially leads to development of chronic kidney disease (CKD). Its exposure in the human body may alter several biochemical indicators that include serum creatinine, urea,…
View article: FREQUENCY OF GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE AMONG PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE
FREQUENCY OF GASTROESOPHAGEAL REFLUX DISEASE AMONG PATIENTS PRESENTING WITH CHRONIC OBSTRUCTIVE PULMONARY DISEASE Open
Background: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a prevalent and progressive respiratory condition frequently associated with comorbidities that complicate its management. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is increasingly r…