ASSESSMENT OF HEAVY METALS, QUALITIES OF GROUND WATER AND ITS CORRELATION WITH NATURAL ORGANIC MATTER

The study was designed to predict the ground water qualities of different locations of central Agra city, Uttar Pradesh, India. Physico-chemical parameters were investigated pH, TDS (Total Dissolve Solids), TH (Total Hardness), levels of Ca++ (Calcium) and Mg++ (Magnesium), Two Carbonate, Na2CO3 and NaHCO3 (Sodium Carbonate and Sodium bi Carbonate), Six Heavy Metals (Cu, Zn, Fe, Mn, Cd, As) analyses by AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer), fluoride investigation by Spectrophotometer and removal of NOM (Natural Organic Matter) by Fenton's Process.This paper deals with evaluation of pH, TDS, TH, levels of Ca++ and Mg++, Na2CO3 and NaHCO3, Heavy Metals, fluoride value and NOM removal from ground water by Fenton's Process. Correlation matrix shows significant relation between heavy metals and NOM. The high values of these parameters might have health complications and so they need attention. The above studies are helpful to understand the ground water quality and their subsequent fitness or unfitness of ground water for drinking and domestic purpose at various sites under taken. The obtained data was compared by standards

Changing trends with respect to standard of methodological reporting and type of research published in a pharmacology journal over a decade: a descriptive study

Background: Criticisms against Indian research include features like redundant research topic, low quality methodological reporting leading to less credible results and poor statistical rigor to mention a few. A ‘publication audit’ of previously published studies in terms of research trend and standards of methodological reporting will help us to identify problem areas so that rectifications if required may be undertaken.Methods: This was a descriptive study conducted on the research articles published in a journal of Pharmacology during years 2005 and 2015. Comparison was done to see any differences in type of studies published and also to assess their standards of methodological reporting on the basis of a predesigned checklist. Descriptive statistics were used to analyse data.Results: The proportion of full length research articles published increased from 30.97% in the year 2005 to 46.58% in the year 2015, the number of studies involving human beings increased to 26.86% (as compared to 8% in 2005), studies using drugs as active principle doubled in 2015 as compared to 2005. Focus on area of research shifted from inflammation and wound healing in 2005 to central nervous system in 2015. With respect to standard of reporting, albeit some improvement in the studies published in 2015, some missing links still exist.Conclusions: There is scope for improvement in terms of report of study designs, justification of sample size and adherence to CONSORT (Consolidated statement for reporting randomized controlled trails) statement while reporting results of randomised controlled trials

Pharmaceutical analytical study and their nutritive evaluation of Samsarjanopayogi Pathya Kalpas and their modified form

In present era demand for quick, more convenient, healthy and quality instant food preparations are increasing and there is a leading edge to pharmaceutically modify them in accordance to the patient compliance, portability, and to provide best quality and hygiene by utilizing the presently available sophisticated modern technology. Hence, the study has been specially planned to modify the Peyadi Pathya Kalpas into instant form and assess their physico chemical properties and to evaluate their nutritive values. Flaking technique was used for raw ingredients of Peyadi Pathya preparations. Fresh form of Manda, Peya and Vilepi were prepared using Shashtika Shali and white rice (Tandula) respectively. In same way Yusha was prepared using Mudga and Kulattha separately. The cooking time required for raw grains were 35±1.42, 12±0.41, 35±1.17 and 45±0.73 minutes respectively. The flaked ingredients cooking time was 6±1.35, 3±1.13, 3±1.40, 4±1.20 minutes respectively. The percentage of Carbohydrate observed in raw samples i.e. Shashtika Shali 75.2%, white rice 78.52% respectively and percentage of carbohydrate content in flaked samples were 77.43%, 79.49%. The protein content of raw samples of Mudga and Kulattha are 22.93% and 21.91% respectively and flaked samples were 22.93%, 20.91% respectively, so the flaking technique was used to convert the raw ingredients into flakes which were helpful to reduce the cooking time, energy consumption and less compromising with the nutritive values as concerned

THE EFFECT OF ARTEETHER TO PLASMODIUM PINOTTII

The effect of arteether, an antimalarial drug was studied on Plasmodium pinottii (pigeon malarial parasite) inoculated to one week and ten week old chicks. Significant difference in parasitemia was observed between control and treated chicks. In one week old control chicks the parasites were at peek level on 10th day but in treated parasites disappeared on 14th day. In ten week old control chicks the parasites were at peak level on 9thday but in case of treated, the parasites disappeared on 14th day. Prophylactic effect of arteether was also studied on P. pinottii inoculated to one and ten week old chicks. In one week old control chicks, the parasites were at peak level on 10th day but in experimental chicks parasites were completely disappeared on 11th day. In case of ten week old control chicks parasites were at peak level on 9th day but in experimental chicks parasites disappeared on 18th day

Exploring the global landscape of work-life balance research: A bibliometric and thematic analysis

The research on work-life balance (WLB) published in journals with a Scopus index between 2011 and 2022 is carefully examined in this work. Our research attempts to clarify the evolution and trends in WLB research and the importance of publications that Scopus indexes. After analyzing 2717 research articles, we found that WLB publications have a significant annual growth rate of 14.71 %, which suggests that the trend continues to grow. Significant changes are seen, with 1888 papers produced between 2017 and 2022 highlighting a notable increase in interest in the field. With 1608 papers, social sciences account for the majority of WLB research. With 54 publications, Griffith University (Australia) is the most affiliated institution. With 30 papers, the “Economic and Social Research Council of the United Kingdom” became the primary source of financing. The most prolific author, with nine publications, is Lingard H. At the same time, co-citation analysis reveals 168 co-cited authors. The United States (USA), the United Kingdom (U.K.), and Australia (A.U.) are the top three producing nations. A thematic analysis reveals ten major WLB themes, from work stress to difficulties with human resource management. This study provides crucial insights for policymakers and leaders to address work-life balance issues effectively. Using tools like Gephi or CiteSpace, we could deepen our understanding through advanced analysis methods such as page rank and network visualization

A 36-year-old man with vomiting, pain abdomen, significant weight loss, hyponatremia, and hypoglycemia

Diagnosis of Strongyloides stercoralis hyperinfection can be a challenge. The key to a timely diagnosis is to have a high index of suspicion. We present a rare case of a 36-year-old human immunodeficiency virus negative male patient, who was on multidrug therapy for lepromatous leprosy and was treated for type 2 lepra reactions with steroids in the past. The patient presented with vomiting and pain abdomen, persistent hyponatremia, and terminal hypoglycemia. He had features of malnutrition and had a rapid downhill course following admission. A diagnosis of S. stercoralis hyperinfection with sepsis and multiorgan failure, adrenal hemorrhage, and syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone secretion was established on a postmortem examination

Feasibility and impacts of Bioenergy Trigeneration systems (BioTrig) in disadvantaged rural areas in India

This project aims to evaluate the techno-economic and social feasibility, and socio-environmental impacts of bioenergy trigeneration (electricity, clean cooking fuel, and green soil conditioner) systems that tackle the triple crisis of poor electrification, household air pollution, and farmland contamination in rural India. This system is called BioTrig. A project workshop has been held in November in India to discuss and finalise action plans. A questionnaire has been developed to understand the energy, resource, and new technology acceptance of rural households in India. Chemical process modelling, life cycle assessment and cost-benefit analysis has been conducted to evaluate the environmental impact and economic feasibility of BioTrig

Unilateral trigeminal motor nerve neuropathy

Pure trigeminal motor neuropathy is represented by trigeminal motor weakness without signs of trigeminal sensory or other cranial nerve involvement. We present a case of 45-year-old male complaining of difficulty in chewing with facial asymmetry on right side. He had no sensory disturbances. History, neurological examination, CT and MRI led to the diagnosis of unilateral trigeminal motor nerve neuropathy. The cause may have been an autoimmune reaction to the viral infection