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Prevalence and Awareness of Food Adulteration and Misbranding in a Rural Area of Kancheepuram District, Tamil Nadu

Frauds in various consumer sectors are now commonly practiced particularly in developing countries including India. Foods are purposely contaminated with additi...

Keywords: <p>Food Adulterations; Misbranding; Awareness; Survey Prevalence Rural India&nbsp;</p>

Orthokeratology for Myopia Control

Myopia is a common cause of ocular morbidity and an emerging global public health challenge of the 21st century. With high prevalence, myopia poses a long-term ...

Keywords: Efficacy; Myopia Control; Orthokeratology; Refractive Error; Safety

Prevalence of Urinary Schistosomiasis among School Children in Bekwarra Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria

This study was conducted to ascertain the prevalence of urinary schistosomiasis among school children in Bekwarra Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nige...

Keywords: <p>Prevalence; Urinary Schistosomiasis; School Children; Bekwarra</p>

Epidemiology of School Children Injuries Due to Violence and Accidents in the City of Sana'a, Yemen: a Service-Oriented Cross-Sectional Study

1.1. Background: More than 5 million people die every year as a result of injuries due to accidents or violence. This represents 9% of the world's deaths, nearl...

Keywords: <p>Epidemiology; Injury; School Children; Population Based Study; Cross-Sectional; Sana&rsquo;a City, Yemen</p>

An Appraisalon Toxic Effects of Heavymetal Ions in Aquaculture

Heavy metals pose a severe threat into the aquaculture. Their mere abundance in aquatic system above the permissible level is categorized as toxic. Consequentl...

Complications of Surgical Extractions of Third Molars Done at the Tertiary Center of Kathmandu, Nepal

Objectives: The main objective of this retrospective study is to find out the complications of surgical extraction of third molars under local Anesthesia perfo...

Keywords: Third Molar; Tooth Extraction; Complications

Risk Behaviors for Driving Safety: An Observational Study in Portugal

Traffic accidents are a serious issue of public safety which results in a high number of deaths and injuries. Using the cell phone or smoking result in acciden...

Keywords: Safety Belts; Public Safety; Safety Equipment for Children; Mask Wearing

Geographic Profiling Applied to Italian Serial Murder’s Case: Ben Mohamed Ezzedine Sebai

This paper is one of few studies in Italy with the use of geographic profiling software Dragnet and it presents the investigative techniques of Geographic Profi...

Keywords: <p>Serial killer; Geographic Profiling; Geographic Crime Scene; Criminal Investigation; Dragnet Software</p>

A Review of the Cognitive Basis of Stupidity

The Cognitive Basis of Stupidity shows that the mechanism of belief in supernatural and cultural systems is one and the same. There is no difference in the wa...

Keywords: Cognitive; Dysfunctional

Is it Possible to Treat Nosocomial Cellulitis Post Placement of Hemodialysis Catheter without the Use of Antibiotics?

Abstract Nosocomial cellulitis is usually treated with broad-spectrum antibiotics, because they are normally caused by multi-resistant bacteria. Patients with ...

Keywords: Hemodialysis Catheter; Infection; Energy; Traditional Chinese Medicine; Hippocrates

Cold Storage for Renal Graft Preservation at the Start of Machine Perfusion Era: Retrospective Analysis in our Series

Abstract Introduction Due to the increase in the demand of renal grafts, the criteria for organ acceptance have been widened. It has been accepted the definit...

Keywords: Renal graft; Kidney; Transplant; Diuresis

Predominant Non Pulmonary Manifestations in Childhood COVID 19: Experience of a Pediatric Primary Care During the Pandemic

Predominant non pulmonary manifestations in childhood COVID 19: Experience of a pediatric primary care during the pandemic Descriptions of the coronavirus disea...

Primary versus Rescue PCI: Why is Primary Better?

Keywords: Primary; Rescue; PCI

The Utility of 1,5 Anhydroglucitol as a Reliable Indicator of Glycemic Control in Diabetes Mellitus

This study is a retrospective chart review examining the utility of serum 1,5 anhydroglucitol as a measure of glycemic control in diabetics in outpatient endocr...

Multiple Endocrine Dysfunctions in Adult Severe Falciparum Malaria

Introduction: Severe falciparum malaria causes multiple organ dysfunction with different grades of severity that cause death. In this study we investigate mult...

Keywords: Cortisol Insufficiency; Sick-Euthyroid State; Insulin Resistance; Hypovitamonosis-D

The Application of Remineralizing Means and Methods of Early Diagnostics of the Caries in the Process of Enamel Maturation: A Review

Non-mineralized enamel in childhood is a risk factor for the development of caries in the stage of macula cariosa, therefore it is very important at this age t...

Keywords: Colorimetry; Laser Fluorescence; Immature Enamel

The Dark Side of After-Work Socialization in China: A Case of Employee Sufferings in Supervisor-Subordinate Guanxi

Organizational practices are moving towards blurring the boundary between personal and professional life. This fact is evidenced by the literature and popular a...

Keywords: <p>Supervisor; Subordinate; Guanxi; After-Work Socialization; China</p>

Carcinoma Unknown Primary with Neck Secondaries and Concurrent Granulomata – A Case Report

Background: Association of granulomatous inflammation along with malignancy in the histopathological evaluation of surgical specimens is a known entity. In deve...

Keywords: Inflammation; X-ray; Carcinoma; Granulomatous Disease

The Effectiveness of Topical Pimecrolimus in Patients with Alopecia Areata

Keywords: <p>Immunological; Pimecrolimus; Inhibitors</p>

Nutrition and Immunity in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Cancer

As Evidenced by the Statistics of the Pandemic

Daily news reports on the growth of the total number of people infected with coronavirus and the number of groups of people who have become ill, recovered and...

Keywords: Pandemic; Statistics; Coronavirus

Water should be Considered

One of the most detrimental errors for scientific thinking is preconceived opinions, which, once expressed as hypotheses, are later accepted as indisputable t...

Keywords: Water; Misconceptions; Fuel Combustion; Biochemical Reactions

Fish Passes

Running waters naturally interlink different eco-regions, and are of essential ecological significance. They are, therefore, rightly called the vital lines of ...

Keywords: Fish Pass; Fish Ladder; Fish Ramp; Bundles of Brushwood,

Stormwater Management by 1D and 2D Hydraulic Simulation in the Main Surface Water Collection Canals (Case Study: Mianrud Canal – Tehran)

The importance of urban floods can be considered because of the harmful effects they can have on urban structure, human health and the environment. Therefore, ...

Keywords: Critical points; District 5 of Tehran; Mianrud Canal; HEC-RAS

The Use of Plant-Based Technology for Degradation and Bioremediation of Pollutants and Heavy Metals from Contaminated Soils

Over the past centuries, increasing levels of environmental pollution can be owing to increased human activities. The risky agricultural practices and the enorm...

Keywords: Phytoremediation; Heavy metals; Hyperaccumulation; Environment; Pollutants

Biodegradation Potential of Crude Oil by Pseudomonas aeruginosa Strains and Analysis of Residual Oil by GC-MS

The potential biodegradation of crude oil was assessed by 50 strains of Pseudomonas aeruginosa cultured in a basal mineral medium using crude oil as a sole carb...

Keywords: Crude oil; Biodegradation; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; GC-MS

Assessment Performance of Aerated Lagoons for Removing Pathogenic Bacteria at Port Said Wastewater Treatment Plant

Safe disposal of waste water is the most critical environmental challenge facing our government. This study aims to evaluate the performance of aerated lagoon s...

Keywords: Wastewater Treatment; Aerated Lagoon; Pathogenic Removal

Methods to Provide Quality Assurance in Medical Sciences and Neurosciences Using International Standard Organization, Standards and Concepts of Total Quality Management (TQM)

It has been one of the issue in managing healthcare sector in 21st century that it was marred by multiple complaints, legal battle and also physical assault to ...

Keywords: Quality Assurance; Standards; ISO; TQM; Medical; Neurosciences

Assessment of Adequacy of Nasopharyngeal and Oropharyngeal Swab-Based Collection for Diagnosis of Novel 2019 Coronavirus Infection

Since December 2019, SARS-CoV-2, the causative agent of COVID-19, has presented an exceptional challenge to the international medical community. As of May 20 20...

The Next Generation Dental Material: Graphene & Derivatives

Oral cavity is always in a state of dynamism. A plethora of dental materials have been used in the past and have been in constant contact with the oral cavity...

Keywords: Dental Material; Graphene & Derivatives