#Journal of Biomedical Research and Review

[biomedres]

Doctor of Radiography Curriculum: Comparison of the Perception of Radiography Lecturers and Radiography Students towards the Proposed Curriculum

Doctor of Radiography Curriculum: Comparison of the Perception of Radiography Lecturers and Radiography Students towards the Proposed Curriculum in Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research

https://biomedres.us/fulltexts/BJSTR.MS.ID.006063.php

Objective: The objective of this study is to compare the perception of radiography lecturers and radiography students towards the proposed Doctor of Radiography curriculum. Methodology: This study was carried out in all universities of Nigeria offering radiography as a course of study. The study population comprised of 62 radiography lecturers and 40 radiography students. A standard, self-structured questionnaire was used in the collection of data. The questionnaire comprised three sections. Section A obtained information on the demographic data of the lecturers and the students. Section B elicited information on perceived knowledge of graduates of the D-RAD curriculum while section C captured information on perceived quality of radiographers that will be produced by the D-RAD curriculum. Results: A total of 62 lecturers comprising 51 males (82.3%) and 11 females (17.7%) and 40 students comprising 26 females (65%) and 14 females (35%) participated in the study. For the production of very knowledgeable radiographers, the lecturers and the students had means of 3.09 and 3.19 respectively. The lecturers and the students had means of 3.25 and 3.47 for the production of high quality radiographers. The means gotten were greater than the cut-off score that is 2.50 which was the mean derived from a 4-point Likert scale of Strongly Disagree-1 to Strongly Agree-4. Conclusion: The proposed D-RAD curriculum will cover more content than the basic Bachelor’s curriculum and ensure for the production of high quality and knowledgeable radiographers hence it is a welcome development for radiography lecturers and students.

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Of the 136 “women” included in the study, 62 were trans-identified males. The remaining 74 respondents were described as “assigned female at birth,” including 69 “cis women” and five “non-binary individuals.”

A recent study purporting to examine the transmission and clinical features of monkeypox in women conducted its research on a sample where nearly half of the participants were male. 

The study, published in prominent American medical journal The Lancet in November, was titled “human monkeypox virus infection in women and non-binary individuals during the 2022 outbreaks: a global case series,” and sought to contribute to the data on confirmed monkeypox cases in women. It surveyed 136 people from May 11 until October 4, and pulled the respondents from multiple countries. 

Of the 136 “women” included in the study, 62 were trans-identified males. The remaining 74 respondents were described as “assigned female at birth,” including 69 “cis women” and five “non-binary individuals.”

While introducing the paper, the authors “hypothesized that the transmission routes and clinical presentation of monkeypox virus in the current outbreaks might not be the same for women as for GBMSM [gay, bisexual, men who have sex with men], and that presentations might also differ between cis and trans women.”

The majority of the trans-identified males involved in the study were also living with HIV, had multiple male partners, and were involved in the sex trade. 

“37 (27%) of all individuals were living with HIV, with a higher proportion among trans women (31 [50%] of 62) than among cis women and non-binary individuals (six [8%] of 74),” the study states, going on to show to show that 73% of the trans-identified males had multiple male sexual partners within one month of the study being conducted, compared to 12% of “cis women and non-binary individuals.” 

The study also noted similarities in the way the disease is transmitted and presents in “trans women” and men, but observes that these similarities did not extend to those “assigned female at birth.”

When outlining the implications of the study, the authors group all results together, and state that “special attention must be paid to avoid delayed diagnosis and misdiagnosis in women.” This is despite having found that it was significantly more likely for “cis women” to be misdiagnosed than “trans women.”

According to the Center for Infectious Disease Policy and Research, 99% of monkeypox cases identified in the United States have been in males, with 94% reporting recent homosexual intimate contact. 

Screenshots of The Lancet article began to make the rounds on Twitter this week, inviting ample mockery from women’s rights advocates and those critical of gender ideology.

“Apparently there has been an unexplained increase in the incidence of testicular cancer among women too,” Twitter user Ian McLean wrote in response to a screenshot of the article posted by Anne Brøndum.

“This is an utterly ridiculous study. Biomedical scientists have swallowed the Kool-Aid. Now research is going to be harder to interpret because of this obfuscation,” another user wrote.

This is not the first time The Lancet has come under scrutiny from those concerned with female erasure. 

In September of 2021, the editor-in-chief of the publication was forced to issue a video apology following widespread backlash after releasing an article in which women were described as “bodies with vaginas.”

The article, which was a review of an exhibit about the history of menstruation at the Vagina Museum in London, was featured on The Lancet‘s front page with a prominent quote reading: “Historically, the anatomy and physiology of bodies with vaginas have been neglected.”

Researchers have found that “gender inclusive” language, especially when used in specific medical contexts, can result in negative outcomes for women.

A collaborative research effort led by Australian academic Karlene Gribble concluded that so-called “inclusive language” had “consequences that have serious implications for women and children.” Gribble’s study focused around the neutralization of language in reproductive healthcare, and argued that it risked dehumanizing women. 

“Desexing the language of female reproduction has been done with a view to being sensitive to individual needs and as beneficial, kind, and inclusive,” Gribble and her colleagues wrote. “Yet, this kindness has delivered unintended consequences that have serious implications for women and children.”

Gribble and her team of 10 global women’s healthcare experts went on to assert that neutralizing the language around motherhood, including “disembodying and undermining breastfeeding,” would result in “reducing protection of the mother-infant [bond].”

A co-author of the paper, midwifery professor Jenny Gamble, said that sex-based language “is important due to sex-based oppression,” and that neutralizing and confusing terms to refer to females “risks adverse health consequences and deeper and more insidious discrimination against women.”

By Jennifer Seiland Jennifer is a founding member of the Reduxx team, writing with a focus on crimes against women and sex-based rights advocacy. She is located in the American south where she is a passionate animal welfare advocate and avid coffee drinker.

#The Lancet #Biology is real #Gender identity is feelings #Just say women #Medical studies don’t include enough women to begin with

[autisticadvocacy]

In an effort to highlight the need to accept, appreciate, value, support, and listen to autistic people, Autism in Adulthood compiled a Special Collection on Masking and Burnout in Autistic Adults. The issue is free access through May 31, 2022. 

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Transgender Women Athletes and Elite Sport: New Scientific Review Dismisses Trans Women’s Performance Advantage

A new report commissioned by the Canadian Centre for Ethics in Sport (CCES) says there's no reliable evidence pointing to a performance advantage in elite trans women who have suppressed their testosterone.

Via Running

Here’s the Executive Summary of the report:

Transgender Women Athletes and Elite Sport: A Scientific Review is an in-depth review of scientific literature on transgender athlete participation in competitive sport. 

The inclusion criteria for this report were research articles published in the English language between 2011 and 2021 inclusive. Only peer-reviewed articles or syntheses of academic literature (e.g., meta-analyses) in reputable academic journals were included. 

Grey literature, or non-academic literature, was included if it provided a summary of empirical data or if it described rules currently in place worldwide to include/exclude trans athletes. 

(...)

On the biology of trans women

 The biomedical perspective views the physiology of trans women’s bodies as the source of perceived unfairness, with medicalized interventions (such as estrogen supplementation and testosterone suppression) as the resolution. 

More specifically, this perspective holds that sexual dimorphism between those assigned male at birth (AMAB) and those assigned female at birth (AFAB) is the reason for athletic differences. Testosterone measures and boundaries are typically chosen as defining characteristics of manhood and womanhood in the context of sport and are used as the predominant marker to predict and level sex-related athletic advantage and the means for inclusion criteria. 

The research findings in the biomedical area are inconclusive. Studies which make conclusions on pre- and post-hormone replacement therapy (HRT) advantage held by trans women athletes have used either cis men or sedentary trans women as proxies for elite trans women athletes. These group references are not only inappropriate for the context but produce conclusions that cannot be applied to elite trans women athletes. 

Further, there is little scientific understanding about the attributes or properties of HRT, namely testosterone suppression and estrogen supplementation, on the physiology and athletic ability of trans women athletes. This ignores the potential for estrogen supplementation to reduce Lean Body Mass (LBM), and for testosterone suppression to produce holistic health disadvantages.

The sociocultural perspective

The second perspective is a sociocultural one. Researchers in the sociocultural field of study argue that social factors contribute to performance advantages to a far greater extent than does testosterone and that assessing testosterone levels is another way to perpetuate the long history of policing women’s bodies in sport. 

Researchers highlight the many social factors that contribute to differences in athletic performance, including, for example: discriminations, disparate resource allocations, inequities, and violence against women in sport in the forms of sexism and sexual violence in sport contexts, arbitrary differences in rules and equipment between men’s and women’s sport, as well as histories of barring women from certain sports. 

This body of work also highlights the foundational histories of anti-Blackness, anti-Global Southness, and misogyny which maintain inequities in sport. 

Arguments are made that the use of testosterone to exclude trans women athletes represents another phase in the long history of policing women’s bodies in sport. Once women were allowed into competitive sport in the early 20th century, those whose athletic ability was on par with their male counterparts, or whose physique was too manly, were disqualified from competition as deviants of the gender order. 

Through the history of women’s sport, female athletes have been exposed to intrusive gender verification processes including medical inspection of external genitalia and chromosome testing that produced many false positives and had catastrophic impacts on athletes’ careers. 

The current climate is one that focuses on testosterone levels of those athletes whose gender is deemed to be ‘suspicious.’ In the context of sport policy development, biomedical and physiological data have todate been privileged over other aspects such as social factors. Many policies cite biomedical studies to explain their conditions of inclusion, or their exclusion.

(...)

Conclusion

There is no firm basis available in evidence to indicate that trans women have a consistent and measurable overall performance benefit after 12 months of testosterone suppression. 

(...)

For pre-suppression trans women it is currently unknown when during the first 12 months of suppression that any advantage may persist. The duration of any such advantage is likely highly dependent on the individual's pre-suppression LBM which, in turn varies, greatly and is highly impacted by societal factors and individual circumstance. 

Full report here.

The review  was carried out by E-Alliance, a research hub for gender equity in sport led by Dr. Gretchen Kerr of the University of Toronto and Dr. Ann Pegoraro of the University of Guelph (pictured below).

Photo of transgender athlete: Phtographia Inc.

#trans #transgender #lgbt #lgbtqa #queer #transgender athletes

[infinity0nhigh]

The Nature of Borderline Personality Disorder’s Concerningly High Comorbidity Rate with Substance Use Disorder

Background

The research that will be conducted is in regards to borderline personality disorder and its comorbid relationship with substance use disorder. An alarming number of individuals diagnosed with borderline personality disorder also experience substance use frequent enough to present significant issue in their day-to-day functioning, which often results in a comorbid diagnosis of substance use disorder. Approximately 78% of adults with borderline personality disorder (henceforth noted as “BPD” in this proposal) develop a substance use disorder or addiction at some time in their lives, according to research conducted by the US National Comorbidity Survey Replication (NCS-R). We will take a closer look at what causes the relationship between BPD and using substances, the insurmountable grief of BPD that so commonly pervades these individuals’ lives, other contributing symptoms, and what role childhood and upbringing have in determining whether or not someone with BPD will develop substance use disorder.

Research Question

Why are individuals with BPD so prone to self-medicating with substance, and how can this be avoided or treated? What can others do to support a loved one with BPD and comorbid substance use disorder?

Subtopics To Be Investigated

The subtopics that will be discussed in this paper are as follows: emotional dysregulation, distress intolerance, impulsivity, suicidality, upbringing (particularly childhood trauma), physical health complications such as chronic pain, and the stress-induced quasi-psychotic symptoms that sometimes occur in BPD.

Summary of Preliminary Findings

The sources for this paper are as follows: National Library of Medicine: National Center for Biotechnology Information, The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, The Clinical Journal of Pain, Wikipedia, Science Direct: Journal of Affective Disorders, and ResearchGate. The National Library of Medicine is the world’s largest biomedical library and institution of research on medical and health-related topics. The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal originally published by the Canadian Psychiatric Association. In January of 2015, it changed publishers to SAGE Journals. Covering all aspects of psychiatry, this journal aims to educate and inform. The Clinical Journal of Pain is a monthly peer-reviewed medical journal published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, covering research on all aspects of pain management. Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia that relies heavily on userbase submissions, cataloguing thousands upon thousands of topics. It remains heavily accurate (despite much criticism) due to the moderation system put in place to prevent article vandalism. Science Direct is a website that provides access to a large bibliographic database of scientific and medical publications of the Dutch publisher Elsevier. And finally, ResearchGate is a European social networking site for scientists and researchers to share papers, ask and answer questions, and find collaborators. I am certain that the information found in these sources will provide the basis for a detailed discussion of borderline personality disorder and the high propensity for development of comorbid substance use disorder. All sources are in the form of webpages.

Rationale for Research

The reader can hopefully gain some valuable insight into borderline personality disorder, what causes the high comorbidity rate with substance use disorder, what can be done to prevent it or treat it, and how to support a loved one who struggles with both disorders (or each disorder separately). It is my intention that the reader walk away with a new sense of understanding on this topic.

Works Cited

Kienast, Thorsten, et al. “Borderline Personality Disorder and Comorbid Addiction: Epidemiology and Treatment.” Deutsches Arzteblatt International, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 18 Apr. 2014, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4010862/.

Links, Paul, et al. “Borderline Personality Disorder and Substance Abuse: Consequences of Comorbidity.” The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry, SAGE Journals, Feb. 1995, journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/070674379504000105.

McWilliams, Lachlan & Higgins, Kristen. “Associations Between Pain Conditions and Borderline Personality Disorder Symptoms: Findings from the National Comorbidity Survey Replication.” The Clinical Journal of Pain, Lippincott Journals, June 2013, https://journals.lww.com/clinicalpain/abstract/2013/06000/associations_between_pain_conditions_and.9.aspx.

“Management of Borderline Personality Disorder.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 27 Oct. 2023, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Management_of_borderline_personality_disorder.

Mattingley, Sophie, et al. “Distress Tolerance across Substance Use, Eating, and Borderline Personality Disorder: A Meta-Analysis.” Journal of Affective Disorders, Elsevier, 2 Jan. 2022, www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165032721014439.

Lubman, Dan, et al. “Managing Borderline Personality Disorder and Substance Use: An Integrated Approach” ResearchGate, PubMed, Australian Family Physician, June 2011, www.researchgate.net/publication/51203543_Managing_borderline_personality_disorder_and_substance_use_An_integrated_approach.

...Just sharing this with y'all for no reason, as it's already been graded lol. It's a topic I'm passionate about obviously. And don't roll your eyes at the inclusion of Wikipedia, because my professor said he's okay with it and even encouraged us to use it for this research paper. He even made us participate in a group discussion post on why Wikipedia is reliable. My academic writing needs improvement, but hey, at least this is a start.

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Props to you for being someone who can "do their own research" and actually end up citing several peer reviewed studies to make your point. I saw your post on cannabis and heart disease and was skeptical but upon reviewing the things you linked I have also had a change of heart about the substance. Thanks for bringing it to my attention! And good luck with your own health.

Thank you! I like to believe I learned some good research habits from my brief stint in biomedical engineering classes before I dropped out of that track.

I see a lot of "scientism" around, where some sketchy publications will format articles to have the appearance of peer reviewed studies in journals, but without any real citations of studies or proper accredited authors, and have had to learn to weed out real science from pseudoscience. I did not want to believe what I was finding until I knew it was real, concrete research.

As for my own health, I think I'm young enough to start reversing the damage, and have already been feeling a comeback mentally and physically. I still have more appointments to check for more things, but things are looking up. Thanks for the concern.

[materialsscienceandengineering]

Advances in selective laser sintering of polymers

Researchers at Fudan University, China, reviewed the fundamental mechanisms and recent developments in the selective laser sintering (SLS) of polymers, which is of great help for researchers to learn more about the fantastic additive manufacturing method of polymers. The review is published in the International Journal of Extreme Manufacturing.

The binding mechanism of polymers in SLS was introduced based on the Frenkel-Eshelby model when assuming that the particle radius is constant. Further, the typical applications of the SLS polymers parts have been studied, considering the biomedical, pharmaceutical, electronic applications and so on. Finally, future research was summarized based on the above.

"Laser sintering resin is an extremely complex process because of the combination of optics, materials science, chemistry, and thermal disciplines. To obtain parts with superior physical and mechanical properties, it is necessary to deeply understand the sintering mechanism, the influence of process parameters, and the optimization of the sintering process," lead author Professor Wei Han said.

"Laser sintered parts have been widely used in automobiles, medical devices, and daily necessities," said Prof. Lingbao Kong, professor at Shanghai Ultra-Precision Optical Manufacturing Engineering Research Center of Fudan University.

Read more.

#Materials Science #Science #Selective laser sintering #Polymers #Lasers #Sintering

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Close up shot of Ginkgo Biloba

mindful advantage comprises 17 science-backed ingredients that will effectively improve your brain vitality, reverse brain aging to some extent, and improve the

brain’s ability to stay productive and avoid procrastination.

The pine bark extract also has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and may improve skin health and circulation. Huperzia Serrate Close up shot of Huperzia Serrate

A study in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology showed that huperzia serrata extract, which contains the active ingredient Huperzine A, can have a neuroprotective effect

and may benefit individuals with Alzheimer's disease [9].

The clubmoss is traditionally used in Chinese medicine and can also aid memory, learning enhancement, and alertness. L-Carnitine

According to a study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, L-carnitine supplementation can support cognitive function in older adults [10].

A naturally occurring amino acid derivative, L-carnitine is often used for its potential to aid in weight loss and enhance physical performance. Lion’s Mane

A study in biomedical research indicated that lion's mane mushroom can enhance cognitive function [11].

This edible mushroom is used in gourmet cooking and traditional Chinese medicine. It is also suggested to support nerve growth, immune health, and mood. mindful advantage Benefits People outside doing yoga poses together on yoga mats

As indicated by its many different and effective ingredients, mindful advantage has multiple health and brain-related benefits.

Based on our tests, below are the most notable benefits you will experience upon regularly consuming mindful advantage. All-In-One Formula

mindful advantage contains all the potent ingredients you need to achieve better cognitive functioning and eliminate procrastination.

It is a powerful all-in-one formulation containing up to 17 effective nootropic ingredients offering various health benefits.

When combined into a single product, we concluded after our testing that these ingredients will provide convenience and cost-effectiveness for users seeking cognitive

enhancement. Science-Backed Ingredients A scientist looking at the ingredients of mindful advantage

All ingredients contained in the powerful mindful advantage formulation were previously researched and tested to ensure all the benefits they claim to yield.

When you combine all these well-researched and backed-up science ingredients into a single product, the outcome can only be positive.

Lion's mane, ashwagandha, and Rhodiola rosea will improve your overall brain functioning while improving your information processing speed, concentration, and ability

to focus for prolonged periods.

#mindful advantage

[lilou-a-ppr]

Displays of authority in the clinical consultation: A linguistic ethnographic study of the electronic patient record

JOURNAL ARTICLE #1

Swinglehurst, Deborah. 2014. "Displays of Authority in the Clinical Consultation: A Linguistic Ethnographic Study of the Electronic Patient Record." Social Science & Medicine 118(C), 17–26. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.socscimed.2014.07.045

The introduction of computers into general practice has changed the dynamics of clinical consultation, mainly through the widespread adoption of the electronic patient record (EPR) to support patient care. General practitioners spend about 40% of their consultation interacting with the computer (Kumarapeli and de Lusignan, 2013).

The attention devoted to electronically recording the patient's history and symptoms negates direct eye contact and organic human interaction.

"The EPR contributes to the display and circulation of authority in the consultation, using detailed analyses to illustrate how complex the consultation becomes when the EPR is integrated into it. The EPR creates new opportunities, including medication surveillance, prompts to health promotion, registration, recall, structured review of patients with chronic diseases, and complex risk calculations. It also places new demands on the consultation. It introduces new tensions, both in its contribution to the moment-by-moment unfolding of the interaction (the 'here and now') and through hosting and circulating new voices, constituting a "dilemma of attention" (Swinglehurst et al., 2011).

Researcher Swinglehurst argues that the EPR enhances the physician's authority by delivering new and complex data that is useful for the patient's overall care. However, the new computer system takes away from the immediate patient-physician interaction.

"Recent work on the use of electronic templates in the context of chronic disease management in general practice shows that their use may privilege 'hard' biomedical data over 'softer' more personal information" (Checkland et al., 2007; Rhodes et al., 2006, Rhodes et al., 2008, Swinglehurst et al., 2012).

Swinglehurst finds that the EPR demands specific kinds of data to be measured and evaluated by algorithms. This creates some tension as the patient has less room to share more narrative-driven and intimate details about their affliction, but cannot be formatted adequately for the EPR.

[biomedres]

Immunomodulatory Effect of Lactoferrin on Mucosal Immunity of Uterus in Pregnant Rat

Immunomodulatory Effect of Lactoferrin on Mucosal Immunity of Uterus in Pregnant Rat in Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research

https://biomedres.us/fulltexts/BJSTR.MS.ID.006061.php

Immunity stabilization in early pregnancy is one of the most reasons for the establishment of gestation. Lactoferrin is an iron-binding glycoprotein which proved to has a positive effect on immunity including broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, regulation of cell growth and differentiation, and intonation of inflammatory as well as humoral and cellular immune responses. So, this study aimed to examine some immune parameters, cells and cytokines during early Pregnancy. Twenty-four mature female and six male rats for mating were subjected to this investigation. They were grouped into two groups, the control and lactoferrin group treated daily with Lactoferrin with a dose of 50µgm/kg body weight orally starting from one week before and persisted for one week after mating. Blood samples were collected from each female rat at 5hrs, 1day,3days, and 7 days after mating for hematological and biochemical assay Extracted RNA was subjected to real-time PCR to determine mRNA levels for immune- related genes interleukin1A(IL1A) and interleukin 10(IL10). Histopathological examination was done on the uterus. Results showed a significant increase in white blood cell count, mainly neutrophil, eosinophil, and basophil, mainly at 5hrs and 7-days of the lactoferrin group. Similarly, C- reactive protein and progesterone in the lactoferrin group at 3 and 7 days were significantly increased. Also, significant increases in the levels of interleukin 1 A at all experimental periods were noticed, while interleukin 10 was increased at 1day and 3 days after mating in the Lactoferrin treated group. TNF increased significantly at 5hrs, 1days, and 7 days. In contrast, estrogen decreased significantly at 5hrs and 1 day while Total Antioxidant Capacity (TAC) decreased at 5hrs and 3 days and 7 days of Lactoferrin treated group. Moreover, histopathological examination revealed high leukocytic infiltration, especially neutrophil and eosinophil, at 5hrs hours after mating in the Lactoferrin treated group. This research demonstrated that using Lactoferrin during Pregnancy has a good impact on some immune cytokines and parameters that may improve immune status during early pregnancy.

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What are some good life sciences journals which publish research papers free of cost?

There are several reputable life sciences journals that offer free access to research papers. Here are a few examples:

PLOS Biology - PLOS (Public Library of Science) publishes high-quality research across all areas of biology. They operate under an open-access model, making all articles freely available to the public.

BMC Biology - BMC (BioMed Central) Biology publishes research articles across all areas of biology and welcomes submissions from all disciplines. They offer immediate open access to all articles.

PeerJ - PeerJ is an open-access journal that publishes research in biological and medical sciences. Authors can choose between different publication plans, including a free plan for those who are unable to cover the publication fee.

Frontiers in Life Science - Frontiers is a community-driven open-access publisher and research networking platform. They cover a wide range of life science disciplines and offer free access to articles.

eLife - eLife is a nonprofit organization that publishes research in the life and biomedical sciences. They offer immediate open access to all articles and operate under a fair and transparent peer-review process.

F1000Research - F1000Research is an open-access publishing platform for life scientists. Authors can publish their research rapidly, and all articles undergo transparent peer review.

Wellcome Open Research - Wellcome Open Research is a platform for publishing research funded by the Wellcome Trust. It covers a broad range of life sciences topics and provides free access to all articles.

These journals are known for their commitment to open access and high standards of peer review. However, it's always a good idea to verify the reputation and impact factor of any journal before submitting your work.

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[unawards]

International Women's Day

March 8, 2024

Women Achievers Award

Sponsored by: The National UN Volunteers-India

Dr. Sehgal is a health expert with 25 years of experience in public health.

She is a graduate and postgraduate from LLRM Medical College, Meerut

Currently, she has been a Professor at Muzaffarnagar Medical College since 2013, in the Department of Community Medicine.

She is both a UG and PG teacher accredited by

Chaudhary Charan Singh University. She has guided more than 5 PG thesis and has more than a dozen research papers published in both nationally and internationally indexed journals.

She has been in charge of PG Academics since 2020. She has been in charge of admission and foundation courses for UG Students since 2020.

She has been in charge of NMC since 2021 and is overlooking all the inspections and accreditation process

She has been in charge of the COVID Control room in 2019-2021 and has been awarded for her exemplary work during COVID-19 times.

She has been the District Nodal Officer for Verification of Sub-National claims for progress towards TB-free status in India, 2022 jointly conducted by Indian Association of Preventive and Social Medicine and ICMR- National Institute for Research in Tuberculosis and World Health Organization- India for National Tuberculosis Elimination Program.

➢ She has done a course on Public-private partnership from the University of Gadja Mada, Indonesia, and has presented a paper on the NGO sector in Montreal, Canada at the UNION Conference.

➢ She has done courses in the Revised Basic Course Workshop and training in Attitude, Ethics, and Communication (AETCOM) and Curriculum Implementation Support Program (CISP) by the Regional Centre Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences.

➢ She has completed the Basic Course in Biomedical Research conducted by ICMR

and NIE in distinction (81%).

➢ She is the reviewer of the Indian Journal of Community Health, an Official Publication of IAPSM.

➢ She has done online courses on Medical Education Technologies conducted by

AIIMS, Raipur.

➢ She has done a course on Paediatric COVID-19 Management Online Training

conducted by the Medical Education and Medical Health Department, U.P.

➢ She has conducted a webinar on the Prevention of disease through cleanliness conducted by the Directorate of Income Tax, New Delhi.

➢ She received the ‘R.C. Garg Memorial Award ‘for the best article published in the Journal by the former President of India, Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalaam.

➢ She has been awarded International Best Researcher Award in the field of Community Medicine.

➢ She has been awarded the IMA National Best Teacher Award in 2023

She has worked as a WHO RNTCP Medical Consultant for Partnerships, at the Central TB division, Ministry of Health under the Revised National TB Control Programme for a decade, wherein she facilitated in developing partnerships with the private sector. She liaised with other government departments like the Ministry of Railways, Labour, Industry, Steel, Coal, Mines, Defence, and CGHS to adopt the DOTS strategy. She coordinated with the non-government sectors including NGOs, CBOs, Faith-based organizations, Private practitioners, Corporate sector for involvement in RNTCP. She liaised with donors, partners, and bilateral agencies as a representative from CTD.

Dr Shruti Sehgal is running an NGO, Sustainable Holistic Rural and Urban Timely Initiatives (SHRUTI) which is a National not –for –profit organization committed to improving the health, living conditions, and educational status of the poor and needy by focusing on a wide range of health, welfare and educational activities aimed at overall development and empowerment of society. It comprises health and development professionals, social scientists, management, and environmental experts engaged in service delivery, knowledge generation, and sharing for the overall empowerment and development of people in rural and urban areas. The NGO has a standing of ten years in which they have organized health camps, blood donation camps, done sensitization workshops on Solar energy, marriage of orphan girls, free primary education to the underprivileged, nature walks, and so on.

Besides, the NGO work Dr Shruti is also doing free-lance Consultancy in the field of Community Health. Recently, she completed an analytical study with UNFPA and PRIA NGO in Delhi for ‘Strengthening Responses of Panchayats in Rajasthan on Gender Issues’ in six districts of Rajasthan. She also assisted SAMS and Alliance India with the evaluation of Sub- Recipients for GFATM Round 4, Phase II Grant.

She assisted Amaltas Consulting Private Limited with an assignment on

“Political Economy Analysis of Tuberculosis in India.” and “Evaluation of TB advocacy in the private sector” in India.

Memberships:

• She is a life member of IMA, IAPSM, and IPHA.

• She is the president of the school Alumni SOGAM (Sophia Old Girls Association, Meerut)

• She is the secretary of the Alumni Association of Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar.

• She is the coordinator of Media and Communications at Muzaffarnagar Medical College, Muzaffarnagar.

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Exploring the Depths: The Journal of Engineering and Applied Science

Introduction:

In the vast expanse of human knowledge, the realm journal of engineering and applied science stands as a beacon of innovation and progress. It's a field where imagination meets technical prowess, where ideas are transformed into tangible solutions that shape our world. Within this dynamic landscape, the Journal of Engineering and Applied Science serves as a cornerstone, documenting breakthroughs, discoveries, and advancements that propel society forward.

Unveiling the Journal:

The journal of engineering and applied science is not merely a repository of academic papers; it's a testament to human ingenuity. With each issue, it opens doors to new possibilities, offering a glimpse into the forefront of technological evolution. From aerospace engineering to biomedical applications, from renewable energy to artificial intelligence, the journal encapsulates the diverse facets of modern engineering and applied science.

Navigating Through Innovation:

Step into the world of the journal, and you'll find yourself embarking on a journey through innovation. Peer-reviewed articles authored by leading experts unravel the complexities of contemporary challenges and present novel solutions. Whether it's unraveling the mysteries of quantum computing or enhancing the efficiency of sustainable infrastructure, each contribution is a building block in the edifice of progress.

Behind the Scenes: The Editorial Process:

The integrity of the journal of engineering and applied science rests upon a rigorous editorial process. A dedicated team of editors meticulously reviews submissions, ensuring adherence to scholarly standards and the highest levels of academic rigor. This commitment to excellence guarantees that every publication is a testament to the quality and reliability that readers expect.

A Global Platform for Collaboration:

Beyond its role as a conduit for knowledge dissemination, the journal fosters collaboration on a global scale. Researchers, scientists, and practitioners from diverse backgrounds converge within its pages, transcending geographical boundaries to exchange ideas and perspectives. This vibrant exchange of knowledge not only enriches the field but also lays the groundwork for interdisciplinary breakthroughs.

Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity:

Inclusivity lies at the heart of the journal's mission. It strives to amplify voices from all corners of the globe, embracing diversity in thought, perspective, and experience. By nurturing a culture of inclusivity, the journal cultivates an environment where innovation flourishes unencumbered by barriers of race, gender, or nationality.

Looking Ahead: The Future of Engineering and Applied Science:

As we stand on the precipice of a new era, the Journal of Engineering and Applied Science remains steadfast in its commitment to advancing the frontiers of knowledge. With each passing day, new challenges emerge, demanding bold solutions and visionary leadership. The journal stands ready to champion these endeavors, serving as a beacon of inspiration for generations to come.

Conclusion:

In the ever-evolving tapestry of human endeavor, the journal of engineering and applied science occupies a unique place—a testament to the power of human ingenuity, collaboration, and relentless pursuit of knowledge. As we embark on this journey of exploration and discovery, let us remember that the greatest achievements are born not from individual brilliance, but from the collective efforts of a global community united in purpose.

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Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence: A Comprehensive Guide

Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is a pompous diary that scatters top notch research on the utilization of artificial intelligence in different engineering fields and experiences. Focus on its effect factor, confirmation rate, and arrangement in this article. Introduction:Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Impact Factor: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Acceptance Rate: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Ranking: Conclusion: FAQs: Introduction: Artificial intelligence (AI) is the science and headway of making machines and designs that can perform assignments that typically require human intelligence, for example, thinking, learning, course, and definitive thinking. AI has been applied to different domains and disciplines, like medication, mentoring, business, and entertainment. In any case, one of the most noticeable and promising areas of AI application is engineering. Engineering is the piece of science and advancement that courses of action with the arrangement, improvement, movement, and maintenance of plans, machines, devices, systems, and cycles. Engineering incorporates dealing with baffling and testing issues that require innovativeness, progression, and improvement. AI can help engineers in various pieces of their work, similar to data assessment, illustrating, reenactment, testing, finding, control, and robotization. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is a buddy investigated journal that disseminates one of a kind and phenomenal investigation papers, review articles, and logical examinations on the usage of AI procedures and strategies in various engineering fields and endeavors. The journal covers countless subjects, for instance, • AI in like manner, mechanical, electrical, substance, and biomedical engineering • AI in mechanical innovation, gathering, flight, and auto engineering • AI in energy, environment, and sustainability engineering • AI in programming, structures, and association engineering • AI in current, thing, and organization engineering • AI in engineering training, ethics, and the leaders Engineering-Applications-of-Artificial-Intelligence The journal aims to give a phase to researchers, experts, and teachers to share their latest revelations, pieces of information, and experiences on the engineering applications of AI. The journal moreover aims to energize the development and progression of AI methodologies and procedures for engineering issues. In this article, we will give a sweeping aide on the journal Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, including its impact factor, affirmation rate, and situating. We will in like manner answer a couple as frequently as conceivable presented requests about the journal and its expansion. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Impact Factor: The impact component of a journal is an extent of the common number of references got by its articles in a given year. Not set in stone by isolating the amount of references in the continuous year by the amount of articles dispersed in the beyond two years. The impact factor is for the most part used as an indication of the quality, importance, and effect of a journal in its field. As displayed by the Journal Reference Reports (JCR), the impact variable of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence for the year 2020 was 4.201. This suggests that the articles dispersed in the journal in 2018 and 2019 got a typical of 4.201 references in 2020. The impact component of the journal has extended reliably all through the long haul, as shown in the table underneath: YearImpact Factor20204.20120193.52620183.09420172.81920162.368Impact Factors The effect component of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is higher than the typical effect variable of the diaries in the classification of "Software engineering, Artificial Intelligence", which was 3.227 in 2020. This demonstrates that the diary is all around respected and regarded in the field of AI research. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Acceptance Rate: The affirmation speed of a journal is the degree of submitted unique duplicates that are recognized for dispersion. Not set in stone by isolating the amount of recognized unique duplicates by the amount of submitted organizations in a given period. The affirmation rate reflects the selectivity and reality of a journal. The affirmation speed of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence isn't openly available, as the journal doesn't uncover the amount of submitted and recognized unique duplicates. Regardless, considering the information from the journal's site, we can appraise the affirmation rate by using the going with recipe: Affirmation Rate = (Number of Circulated Articles/Number of Issues)/(Number of Experts/Ordinary Number of Reviews per Unique duplicate) Engineering-Applications As demonstrated by the journal's site, the journal conveys 12 issues every year, with an ordinary of 15 articles for each issue. The journal moreover has a pool of more than 500 observers, who are experts in various fields of engineering and AI. The journal communicates that each organization is reviewed by something like two experts, and the common time from convenience to true decision is a half year. Using these numbers, we can check the affirmation speed of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence as follows: Affirmation Rate = (15 x 12)/(500/2) = 0.072 This infers that the journal recognizes around 7.2% of the submitted organizations, which is an outstandingly low and relentless affirmation rate. This proposes that the journal has raised necessities and presumptions for the quality and innovativeness of the first duplicates. Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence Ranking: The situating of a journal is an extent of its display and reputation stood out from various journals in a comparative field or grouping. There are different approaches to situating journals, for instance, by impact factor, reference count, h-record, or distribution board. Regardless, one of the most comprehensively used and seen situating structures is the Scimago Journal Rank (SJR). The SJR is a metric that considers both the number and the idea of the references got by a journal. It relies upon the likelihood that not all references are same, and that the fame and effect of a journal depend upon the wellspring of the references. The SJR consigns a heap to each reference considering the SJR of the refering to journal, and a short time later works out the ordinary weighted reference per record for each journal. The higher the SJR, the higher the place of the journal. AI Applications As demonstrated by the SJR, the situating of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence for the year 2020 was according to the accompanying: •          SJR: 0.862 •          Quartile: Q1 •          Grouping: Programming, Artificial Intelligence •          Rank: 34 out of 398 This suggests that the journal has a spot with the top 10% of the journals in the grouping of "Programming, Artificial Intelligence", and has a high reputation and effect in the field of AI research. Conclusion: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is a main journal that disseminates cutting edge research on the usage of AI strategies and methods in various engineering fields and adventures. The journal has a high impact factor, a low affirmation rate, and a high situating, which mirror its quality, importance, and effect in the field of AI research. The journal covers a considerable number focuses, similar to AI in like manner, mechanical, electrical, substance, and biomedical engineering, AI in mechanical innovation, collecting, flight, and auto engineering, AI in energy, environment, and sustainability engineering, AI in programming, structures, and association engineering, AI in present day, thing, and organization engineering, and AI in engineering training, ethics, and the load up. The journal is a significant wellspring of information and inspiration for trained professionals, specialists, and instructors who are enthusiastic about the engineering applications of AI. FAQs: What is the degree of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence?The degree of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is to disseminate remarkable and first rate research papers, review articles, and relevant examinations on the usage of AI methodology and systems in various engineering fields and errands.How should I introduce a unique duplicate to Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence?You can introduce a structure to Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence through the online convenience plan of the journal, which can be gotten to from the journal's website. You ought with select as a maker and comply to the bearings and rules for unique duplicate status and convenience.What measure of time does it expect to disseminate a paper in Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence?The commonplace time from convenience to extreme end for Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is a half year. The run-of-the-mill time from affirmation to online dispersion is a month. The ordinary time from online dissemination to print conveyance is 3 months.What sum does it cost to disseminate a paper in Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence?Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence charges no convenience or dispersion costs. Regardless, the journal offers the decision of open access dispersion, which allows the scholars to make their articles uninhibitedly available online for anyone to scrutinize and download. The open access dissemination charge is $3,000 per article. The makers can choose to pay the charge or not, dependent upon their tendency and supporting situation.What is the impact component of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence?The impact variable of Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence is 7.802 1. The impact factor is a level of the repeat with which the regular article in a journal has been refered to in a particular year. It is used to check the importance or position of a journal by working out the times its articles are refered to. Read the full article

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VR in medical community

Virtual reality is a computer-generated virtual environment and it has been increasingly used in the entertainment world becoming a quite new evolving field. However, virtual reality technology was not only used in the entertainment field, but it also found new a variety of applications in the medical domain and the biomedical field. Moreover, VR technology might be a tool for supporting and monitoring patients to influence psychological and physiological functions. Virtual reality can offer a very safe space, doctors can utilize this function to rehabilitate discharged patients at home, especially psychological counseling and treatment. For example, VR advice can help cancer patients reduce symptoms of pain associated with chemotherapy because patients might experience anorexia, fatigue, and anxiety during chemotherapy. VR equipment will make patients calm down in their preferred world, which will distract the attention of patients and relieve pain. In addition, hospitalization may also produce varying degrees of psychological problems because a change in health also implies changing stressing conditions, such as lack of autonomy, intimacy, and so on, some researchers believe that virtual reality technology can solve or alleviate these conditions and requirements.

However, some people are also very concerned that virtual reality treatment might increase a large number of additional treatment costs, which is unacceptable for low-income groups. This technology might eventually evolve into the exclusive benefit of the wealthy class.

In conclusion, cancer patients might suffer from a variety of pain in the course of long-term treatment because of financial strains, difficulty in maintaining interpersonal relationships, emotional distress, and so on. VR technology not only reduces the pain in the course of long-term treatment, but it also might increase the life of a patient. Moreover, the creator should pay attention to controlling costs, so that the majority of people have the opportunity to use it.

Reference list:

Chirico, A., Lucidi, F., De Laurentiis, M., Milanese, C., Napoli, A. and Giordano, A. (2016) ‘Virtual Reality in Health System: Beyond Entertainment. A Mini-Review on the Efficacy of VR During Cancer Treatment’, Journal of cellular physiology, 231(2), pp. 275–287.

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Points to Consider to get the best Pharmaceutical Journals to publish the results of your research

In this blog we talk about how to find the best Pharmaceutical Journals to publish the results of your research

What considerations should be made when choosing a publication to publish a research paper

You must publish your work in reputable journals to gain recognition and a high level of pleasure for yourself in order to complete your education and launch a career in the field of biomedical research.

However, there are numerous other important factors that must be taken into account before submitting our work to the journal. Impact factor, SCImago Journal rating, article processing fees, frequency of journal subscriptions, length of journal processing or review procedure, publishing agency network, journal access, etc. are some of the factors that are taken into consideration.

Impact factor

The "average the article" in a journal has been referenced on average over a certain period of time, which is measured by the impact factor, which is frequently used to assess the relative importance of the journal within its associated subject. 

SCImago Journal rating

The SCImago Journal Ranking (SJR), a metric for evaluating the scientific significance of academic journals, takes into account both the volume of citations a journal receives and the standing or significance of the other journals from which it receives citations. The SJR of a journal is a numerical statistic that represents the average number of weighted citations gained for each article published in that journal over the course of the previous three years. A higher SJR rating denotes a more prestigious journal.

Article processing fees 

Article Processing Charges (APC), usually referred to as a publication fee, are sometimes levied against authors in order to make their work accessible online in open access or hybrid journals. The author, the author's institution, or the research funder may be responsible for covering this charge. Authors make a one-time APC payment to cover the costs of managing peer review administration and professional article development. 

Frequency of journal subscriptions 

The majority of articles in a journal are often published online once, twice, four times, or every month throughout the year. Journal subscribers can choose to get a softcopy or hardcopy of the articles at regular intervals. This could be on a monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or annual basis. 

Length of journal processing or review procedure 

The time between submitting an article and it being accepted for publication is known as the journal processing or reviewing procedure duration. 

Publishing agency network 

The platforms that systematically bring journals online are publishing agency networks. They offer readers and researchers all readily available tools, including article submission, review, proofreading, and article format. 

Journal access 

Journal access refers to a set of guidelines and a variety of tactics used to publish research paper outputs online, either totally free of charge or with other access restrictions. By applying an open license for copyright, the open-access restrictions that are firmly defined or maintained are also negotiated for or removed.

Conclusion

So these are the top points to consider before publishing your research in a  Pharmaceutical journal. You can publish your study or thesis work taking into account the journal's theme and scope, publication costs, publication time frame, submission and review procedures, etc. You may contact the International Journal in Pharmaceutical Sciences to publish your work.