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View article: Peer Review of Scientific Studies: Problems and Potential Solutions
Peer Review of Scientific Studies: Problems and Potential Solutions Open
Peer review has long stood as the principal safeguard for scientific credibility, yet much of its authority rests on tradition rather than empirical proof of efficacy. In recent years, persistent vulnerabilities, ranging from bias and inco…
View article: Molecular Characterization of Hill Cattle of Jammu Using Microsatellite Markers
Molecular Characterization of Hill Cattle of Jammu Using Microsatellite Markers Open
Aims: The Hill cattle are hardy and withstand a wide range of climatic conditions of the hilly terrain. They are resistant to many diseases, survive on low inputs and play significant role in contributing to the local economy. The present …
View article: Out-of-pocket Expenditure among Post-natal Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Delhi: A Cross-sectional Study
Out-of-pocket Expenditure among Post-natal Patients in a Tertiary Care Hospital in Delhi: A Cross-sectional Study Open
Background: Governments in many low-income settings, with high burdens of maternal mortality, provide schemes to encourage women for institutional childbirths. From the analysis of Indian data from the National Family Health Survey, 2015–2…
View article: Out-of-Pocket Expenditure Among Patients With Diabetes and Hypertension at a Public Secondary Healthcare Facility in Delhi
Out-of-Pocket Expenditure Among Patients With Diabetes and Hypertension at a Public Secondary Healthcare Facility in Delhi Open
The findings of this study highlight the heterogeneous nature of OOPE among persons with diabetes and hypertension seeking care at the Rural Health Training Centre in Najafgarh, Delhi. Although many participants reported no OOPE, others ex…
View article: Social Challenges for Older Adult Care at Homes: Policy Directive for India
Social Challenges for Older Adult Care at Homes: Policy Directive for India Open
View article: Effectiveness of Low-Dose Aspirin (75-150 mg) in Preventing Preeclampsia Among High-Risk Pregnant Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
Effectiveness of Low-Dose Aspirin (75-150 mg) in Preventing Preeclampsia Among High-Risk Pregnant Women: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials Open
Introduction Preeclampsia (PE) remains a significant cause of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality worldwide, necessitating effective prevention strategies. Low-dose aspirin has been proposed as a preventive measure for women at h…
View article: Nationwide insights into frailty: Systematic review and meta-analysis of community-based prevalence studies from India
Nationwide insights into frailty: Systematic review and meta-analysis of community-based prevalence studies from India Open
Frailty, a biologic syndrome of decreased reserve and resistance to stressors, affects 5 % to 17 % of older adults and is linked to factors like low BMI, female sex, and low exercise levels. With India's older population expected to double…
View article: Exploring barriers to physical activity in patients with diabetes and hypertension : A qualitative study
Exploring barriers to physical activity in patients with diabetes and hypertension : A qualitative study Open
Background: The prevalence of hypertension and diabetes in India is high and poses significant health risks. Physical activity is crucial for managing these conditions; however, engagement remains low. Aim: This study aimed to identify bar…
View article: Silicon alleviates drought stress by up-regulating physiological and biochemical responses in two contrasting bread wheat cultivars
Silicon alleviates drought stress by up-regulating physiological and biochemical responses in two contrasting bread wheat cultivars Open
Drought stress (DS) substantially reduces plant growth and productivity in a rainfed cropping environment. Silicon (Si) has been recognized for its potential to alleviate the detrimental effects of various environmental stresses. However, …
View article: Informed Consent in Surgery: Legal and Ethical Considerations
Informed Consent in Surgery: Legal and Ethical Considerations Open
In surgery, patients must give free permission to medical procedures after being fully told of the risks, rewards, and other options. This is called "informed consent," and it is both an ethical and legal requirement. Patients' right to ma…
View article: Facilitators’ perspective towards implementation of Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) in a Government Medical College in Delhi: a cross-sectional study
Facilitators’ perspective towards implementation of Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) in a Government Medical College in Delhi: a cross-sectional study Open
Introduction Competency-Based Medical Education has emerged as a transformative approach to medical education worldwide. It focuses on the overall development of trainee physicians to ensure effective and safe patient care. Objectives To e…
View article: Analysis of growth traits in Rambouillet sheep by using descriptive statistics
Analysis of growth traits in Rambouillet sheep by using descriptive statistics Open
View article: Exploring frailty prevalence among adults in Indian healthcare settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Exploring frailty prevalence among adults in Indian healthcare settings: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
A BSTRACT Frailty is an age-associated state of increased vulnerability due to declines in physiologic systems, leading to compromised ability to withstand stressors. Given India’s rapidly aging population, our study aims to estimate the p…
View article: Facilitators’ perspective towards implementation of Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) in a Government Medical College in Delhi: a cross-sectional study.
Facilitators’ perspective towards implementation of Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) in a Government Medical College in Delhi: a cross-sectional study. Open
Introduction Competency-Based Medical Education (CBME) has emerged as a transformative approach to medical education worldwide over past few years. It focuses on the overall development of trainee physicians for ultimate provision of effec…
View article: A Cross-Sectional Study of Labor Analgesia Practices Across India
A Cross-Sectional Study of Labor Analgesia Practices Across India Open
Introduction: Labour analgesia practices have evolved significantly over the past years, with most of the current practices being evidence-based. Labour analgesia is considered a standard of care in resource-rich countries. However, in res…
View article: Assessing the effects of microwave heat disturbance on soil microbial communities in Australian agricultural environments: A microcosm study
Assessing the effects of microwave heat disturbance on soil microbial communities in Australian agricultural environments: A microcosm study Open
View article: Out-of-pocket expenditure for antenatal care among women in a tertiary care hospital - A cross-sectional study
Out-of-pocket expenditure for antenatal care among women in a tertiary care hospital - A cross-sectional study Open
Background: The government of India has promoted several initiatives to provide support to all women during their pregnancy. Despite this, various studies report out-of-pocket expenditures (OOPEs) amongst antenatal women nationwide. Aims: …
View article: Burden of Tuberculosis among tribal populations of India: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Burden of Tuberculosis among tribal populations of India: A systematic review and meta-analysis Open
Tuberculosis (TB) continues to impose a significant burden on tribal populations in India, a high-risk group for the disease. Despite its preventable and curable nature, TB remains a formidable health challenge for these communities. Howev…
View article: Reasons behind choosing medical profession and future choice of career: a cross-sectional study among first year medical students of a college in Delhi
Reasons behind choosing medical profession and future choice of career: a cross-sectional study among first year medical students of a college in Delhi Open
Background: The medical profession is one of the most highly appreciated jobs since it offers both financial and social fulfilment. Students' attitudes and motives for choosing a particular job are crucial. The current survey was conducted…
View article: Impact of climate change on Agriculture production and its sustainable solutions
Impact of climate change on Agriculture production and its sustainable solutions Open
Abstract:- Environmental changing in an accelerating pace. Climate change occurs as a result of an imbalance between incoming and outgoing radiation in the atmosphere. The global mean temperatures may increase up to 5.4°C …
View article: Perceptions and Attitudes Toward Community Medicine Among Medical Students: A Systematic Review
Perceptions and Attitudes Toward Community Medicine Among Medical Students: A Systematic Review Open
Community medicine is yet to become a popular discipline as a choice for postgraduation and career among medical students in India. Our objective is to find the proportion of students opting for community medicine as a choice for a career.…
View article: Monitoring Blood Glucose as a Perioperative Stress Response Marker and the Effect of Dexmedetomidine Premedication in Laparoscopic Surgery Patients: A Randomised Controlled Study
Monitoring Blood Glucose as a Perioperative Stress Response Marker and the Effect of Dexmedetomidine Premedication in Laparoscopic Surgery Patients: A Randomised Controlled Study Open
Introduction: Perioperative stress increases cortisol levels, which in turn elevates glucose production. Thus, regular monitoring of glucose during the perioperative period can predict intraoperative stress and the depth of anaesthesia. De…
View article: An Evaluation of Herbicide Phytotoxicity in Themeda Triandra (Kangaroo Grass)
An Evaluation of Herbicide Phytotoxicity in Themeda Triandra (Kangaroo Grass) Open
View article: Validation of Hindi version of the obstetric quality of recovery score-11 (ObsQoR-11 H) following elective caesarean section
Validation of Hindi version of the obstetric quality of recovery score-11 (ObsQoR-11 H) following elective caesarean section Open
Background and Aims: Obstetric quality of recovery score-11 (ObsQoR-11) was developed in English to evaluate the quality of recovery in the caesarean section. We aimed to validate the Hindi version of ObsQoR-11 (ObsQoR-11H) for Hindi-speak…
View article: A radiological evaluation of loop length change in adjustable versus fixed loop femoral cortical fixation devices in arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective study
A radiological evaluation of loop length change in adjustable versus fixed loop femoral cortical fixation devices in arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a prospective study Open
Background: In anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, fixed devices require over-drilling to flip the button whereas loops of adjustable devices can be adjusted intraoperatively, and they minimize over-drilling. But they can loosen re…
View article: Silicon improves root system and canopy physiology in wheat under drought stress
Silicon improves root system and canopy physiology in wheat under drought stress Open
Aims Root system is an important regulator for unevenly distributed below-ground resource acquisition. In a rainfed cropping environment, drought stress (DS) significantly restricts root growth and moisture uptake capacity. The fact that s…
View article: Novel insights into the mechanism(s) of silicon-induced drought stress tolerance in lentil plants revealed by RNA sequencing analysis
Novel insights into the mechanism(s) of silicon-induced drought stress tolerance in lentil plants revealed by RNA sequencing analysis Open
View article: Biofortification of kale microgreens with selenate-selenium using two delivery methods: Selenium-rich soilless medium and foliar application
Biofortification of kale microgreens with selenate-selenium using two delivery methods: Selenium-rich soilless medium and foliar application Open
View article: Editorial: Utilization of crop wild relatives for trait discovery for climate-smart crops
Editorial: Utilization of crop wild relatives for trait discovery for climate-smart crops Open
EDITORIAL article Front. Plant Sci., 27 June 2023Sec. Technical Advances in Plant Science Volume 14 - 2023 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fpls.2023.1231825
View article: Themeda Triandra as a Perennial Seed Crop in South-Eastern Australia: What Are the Agronomic Possibilities and Constraints, and Future Research Needs?
Themeda Triandra as a Perennial Seed Crop in South-Eastern Australia: What Are the Agronomic Possibilities and Constraints, and Future Research Needs? Open
The development of native perennial seed crops is an area of increasing interest in Australia. Key reasons for this include potential production of high-value seed for land restoration and emerging niche food markets, the cultural signific…