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View article: Emerging Rifampicin Resistance in M. tuberculosis: First Report on Characterization of a Novel rpoB(Ser431Phe) Mutation and Phylogenetic Lineages in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan
Emerging Rifampicin Resistance in M. tuberculosis: First Report on Characterization of a Novel rpoB(Ser431Phe) Mutation and Phylogenetic Lineages in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan Open
Background First-line drug resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB) is a major challenge in high-burden settings like Pakistan, primarily linked to mutations in rpoB, inhA, katG, embA, embB, embC, and pncA. The emergence of novel, re…
View article: Stalled progress and emerging disparities in acute myocardial infarction mortality among U.S. older adults (> 65 Years) with renal failure, 1999–2023
Stalled progress and emerging disparities in acute myocardial infarction mortality among U.S. older adults (> 65 Years) with renal failure, 1999–2023 Open
Two decades of improvement in AMI mortality among older adults with renal failure have stalled, with a worrisome upturn since 2015 and widening disparities by sex, race, geography, and rurality. These findings underscore the need for cardi…
View article: <i>Streptococcus pyogenes</i> in Neonates and Postpartum Women: First Report on Prevalence, Resistance, <i>emm</i> Typing, and Risk Factors in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
<i>Streptococcus pyogenes</i> in Neonates and Postpartum Women: First Report on Prevalence, Resistance, <i>emm</i> Typing, and Risk Factors in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Open
Streptococcus pyogenes is a significant pathogen in postpartum women and neonates. This study aimed to determine its prevalence, antibiotic susceptibility, clinical features, and associated risk factors in tertiary care hospitals in Khyber…
View article: Real-World Outcomes of Ribociclib Treatment in Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer at a Tertiary Care Hospital
Real-World Outcomes of Ribociclib Treatment in Patients With Metastatic Breast Cancer at a Tertiary Care Hospital Open
View article: Functional Outcome of Monoplaner Exterrnal Fixation for Gustillo Anderson Type III Open Tibia Diaphysis Fractures
Functional Outcome of Monoplaner Exterrnal Fixation for Gustillo Anderson Type III Open Tibia Diaphysis Fractures Open
Introduction: Open fracture of tibia is a medical emergency that needs urgent management. Not properly managed open tibia fractures lead to permanent disability or even amputation The reported incidence of open fracture is 2.6% with 40% of…
View article: Suggested Treatment of Advanced Cancer Patients
Suggested Treatment of Advanced Cancer Patients Open
More than one million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, making it the leading cause of death among women all over the world. It is estimated that one out of every nine Pakistani women will acquire breast cancer, making it …
View article: Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Clostridioides difficile Infection in Cancer Patients From a Tertiary Care Hospital
Clinical Characteristics and Outcomes of Clostridioides difficile Infection in Cancer Patients From a Tertiary Care Hospital Open
Objective The objective of this study is to investigate the predisposing factors, disease course, potential complications, role of primary prophylaxis, and overall clinical outcomes of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) in can…
View article: Assessing canyon geometry effect on the thermal comfort in a hot semi-arid climate: Baghdad city as case study
Assessing canyon geometry effect on the thermal comfort in a hot semi-arid climate: Baghdad city as case study Open
To establish a new urban area, a wide and a multi-discipline knowledge concerning the direct relationship between urban geometry parameters and the resulted outdoor thermal environment, should be provided. This can prevent designers and us…
View article: Exploring the potential of saponins from Dicotyledonous plants in sustainable pest management: Innovations and challenges: A review
Exploring the potential of saponins from Dicotyledonous plants in sustainable pest management: Innovations and challenges: A review Open
View article: Community Preparedness and Response to Life-Threatening Emergencies: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Community Preparedness and Response to Life-Threatening Emergencies: A Quasi-Experimental Study Open
Life-threatening emergencies (LTEs), including cardiac arrest, drowning, and electric shock incidents, need immediate and effective first aid response. Community-based training programs are essential in preparing individuals with the knowl…
View article: FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES OF PROXIMAL HUMERUS FRACTURE USING PHILOS
FUNCTIONAL OUTCOMES OF PROXIMAL HUMERUS FRACTURE USING PHILOS Open
Proximal humeral fractures are among the most common upper extremity fractures, particularly in adults, and their management remains a challenge. The Proximal Humerus Internal Locking System (PHILOS) plate fixation is widely used for these…
View article: Evaluating microbial protein elicitors for managing Cabbage Aphids in Brassica oleracea
Evaluating microbial protein elicitors for managing Cabbage Aphids in Brassica oleracea Open
View article: Using the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio as Prognostic Markers for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies
Using the Neutrophil-to-Lymphocyte Ratio and Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio as Prognostic Markers for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies Open
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a chronic condition characterized by the partial or complete collapse of the airways during sleep, leading to hypoxemia (reduced oxygen flow to organs) and disrupted sleep. This study aims to establish robu…
View article: Population-Level Interest in Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss Using Google Trends Statistics in a 12-Month Retrospective Analysis: An Infodemiology and Infoveillance Study
Population-Level Interest in Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonists for Weight Loss Using Google Trends Statistics in a 12-Month Retrospective Analysis: An Infodemiology and Infoveillance Study Open
View article: Functional outcomes of proximal femoral nail versus dynamic hip screw in intertrochanteric fracture.
Functional outcomes of proximal femoral nail versus dynamic hip screw in intertrochanteric fracture. Open
Objective: To compare the functional and radiological outcomes of Dynamic Hip Screw (DHS) and Proximal Femoral Nail (PFN) treatments for patients with unstable intertrochanteric fractures. Study Design: Comparative study. Setting: Trauma C…
View article: FUNCTIONAL OUTCOME OF K WIRE FIXATION USING LATERAL APPROACH IN CHILDREN IN SUPRACONDYLAR FRACTURE
FUNCTIONAL OUTCOME OF K WIRE FIXATION USING LATERAL APPROACH IN CHILDREN IN SUPRACONDYLAR FRACTURE Open
Pediatric supracondylar humerus fractures are common elbow injuries, often requiring surgical intervention. The K-wire fixation technique, which uses the lateral approach, is widely used for treating displaced fractures, though the outcome…
View article: Bridge Health and Monitoring System
Bridge Health and Monitoring System Open
Bridge Health Monitoring (BHM) systems have become integral in ensuring the safety, reliability, and longevity of bridge infrastructures worldwide. As bridges age and are subjected to increasing traffic loads and environmental stresses, th…
View article: Role of Sustainable Alternatives to Petrochemical Based Plastics in Achieving the SDGS
Role of Sustainable Alternatives to Petrochemical Based Plastics in Achieving the SDGS Open
A significant transition from fossil fuel-based economy to one based on biomass is occurring as a result of global warming, socioeconomic challenges, and new policies, which are propelling decarbonisation process across industries. The usa…
View article: SCREENING OF WHEAT GENOTYPES FOR WATER DEFICIT CONDITIONS UNDER THE SCENARIO OF CLIMATE CHANGE
SCREENING OF WHEAT GENOTYPES FOR WATER DEFICIT CONDITIONS UNDER THE SCENARIO OF CLIMATE CHANGE Open
The top-ranked crop in cereals, wheat feeds people around the globe more than any other food crop, with a diversity of uses in the food industry. The global production of wheat is 250 million tons which is still not enough to address the n…
View article: Compositional analysis of Silybum marianum plant at reduced pressure using calibration-free LIBS
Compositional analysis of Silybum marianum plant at reduced pressure using calibration-free LIBS Open
Silybum marianum is an annual herb with a wide range of therapeutic values due to its high nutritional content. The compositional analysis of different parts of this plant, such as seeds and leaves, was performed using calibration-free las…
View article: EVALUATION OF INSECTICIDE APPLICATION FREQUENCY TO CONTROL SESAME LEAF WEBBER ANTIGASTRA CATALAUNALIS (DUPONCHEL) AND MIRID BUG CREONTIADUS DILUTES
EVALUATION OF INSECTICIDE APPLICATION FREQUENCY TO CONTROL SESAME LEAF WEBBER ANTIGASTRA CATALAUNALIS (DUPONCHEL) AND MIRID BUG CREONTIADUS DILUTES Open
Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.), a member of the Pedaliaceae family, is referred to as the queen of oilseeds. There are numerous barriers to its production and productivity, including a lack of economically feasible and technically adequate ma…
View article: IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON CITRUS PRODUCTION IN MOUNTAINOUS VALLEYS OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN
IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON CITRUS PRODUCTION IN MOUNTAINOUS VALLEYS OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA, PAKISTAN Open
Climate change is a universal phenomenon which has impacted several aspects of farming such as seasons, crop production, land fertility as well as trees health. The climate change has been observed overtime, reportedly affecting agricultur…
View article: INDUCTION OF RESISTANCE IN MUNGBEAN AGAINST CERCOSPORA LEAF SPOT THROUGH PLANT DEFENSE ACTIVATORS
INDUCTION OF RESISTANCE IN MUNGBEAN AGAINST CERCOSPORA LEAF SPOT THROUGH PLANT DEFENSE ACTIVATORS Open
Mungbean (Vigna radiata L. Wilczek), is a popular short-duration legume crop which is mostly cultivated in South and Southeast Asian countries. It is a rich source of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, and fibers. As an important sou…
View article: Mitigation of pest pressure in crops by the foliar application of vegetable extract and cultivation of marigold as a companion crop: A review
Mitigation of pest pressure in crops by the foliar application of vegetable extract and cultivation of marigold as a companion crop: A review Open
Tomato cultivation in Pakistan, particularly in Punjab region, faces challenges due to extreme weather conditions and pest attacks, impacting growth and production. This review explores strategies to mitigate pest pressure in tomato crops …
View article: Molecular regulation of antioxidants and secondary metabolites act in conjunction to defend plants against pathogenic infection
Molecular regulation of antioxidants and secondary metabolites act in conjunction to defend plants against pathogenic infection Open
Plants, being sessile in nature, are inept to escape biotic stress that adversely impact their growth, development, and productivity. Rather, plants employ a variety of processes at the molecular, morphological, physiological as well as bi…
View article: Microplastics in soil differentially interfere with nutritional aspects of chilli peppers
Microplastics in soil differentially interfere with nutritional aspects of chilli peppers Open
This study was executed to assess the disruption in nutritional attributes of Capsicum annuum by five different microplastic (MP) types i.e. polyvinylchloride (PVC), polystyrene (PS), high-density polyethylene (HDPE), low-density polyethyl…
View article: POTENTIAL IMPACT OF NITROGEN ON POPULATION FLUCTUATION OF APHID AND YIELD PARAMETERS IN BARLEY
POTENTIAL IMPACT OF NITROGEN ON POPULATION FLUCTUATION OF APHID AND YIELD PARAMETERS IN BARLEY Open
The present study was carried out on the farmer field under the supervision of the Department of Plant Protection and Quality Control of Pesticides during 2020 and 2021. Barley cultivar ‘Haider-93’ was sown in a randomized complete block d…
View article: In-vitro Toxicity of Synthetic Insecticides against Subterranean Termites, Coptotermes heimi (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae)
In-vitro Toxicity of Synthetic Insecticides against Subterranean Termites, Coptotermes heimi (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) Open
HER2-positive breast cancer, Trastuzumab resistance, YAP/TAZThe developed resistance of trastuzumab remained a problem for clinical therapy of HER2-positive breast cancer.However, effects of YAP/TAZ pathway on resistance of trastuzumab hav…
View article: Correction: Ascorbic and Salicylic Acids Vitalized Growth, Biochemical Responses, Antioxidant Enzymes, Photosynthetic Efciency, and Ionic Regulation to Alleviate Salinity Stress in Sorghum bicolor
Correction: Ascorbic and Salicylic Acids Vitalized Growth, Biochemical Responses, Antioxidant Enzymes, Photosynthetic Efciency, and Ionic Regulation to Alleviate Salinity Stress in Sorghum bicolor Open
View article: A Research on the Status and Challenges of Library Automation in the University Libraries of Faisalabad Division, Pakistan
A Research on the Status and Challenges of Library Automation in the University Libraries of Faisalabad Division, Pakistan Open
The digital era has brought a revolution in every field of life and has changed traditional practices strongly. The main purpose of the study was to evaluate the status and challenges of library automation in university libraries of Faisal…