628 research outputs found
Suppl_Material - Pharmacokinetics and Bioavailability Study of a Prednisolone Tablet as a Single Oral Dose in Bangladeshi Healthy Volunteers
No full textSuppl_Material for Pharmacokinetics and Bioavailability Study of a Prednisolone Tablet as a Single Oral Dose in Bangladeshi Healthy Volunteers by Tafsir Bashar, Mohd Nazmul Hasan Apu, Md Shaki Mostaid, Md Saiful Islam, and Abul Hasnat in Dose-Response</p
Supplemental Material - Poly-(vinyl alcohol) composite films reinforced with carboxylated functional microcrystalline cellulose from jute fiber
No full textSupplemental Material for Poly-(vinyl alcohol) composite films reinforced with carboxylated functional microcrystalline cellulose from jute fiber by Md Zahid Hasan, Yeasin Arafat, M Mahbubul Bashar, Md Nabi Newaz Niloy, Md Imranul Islam, Shahjalal Khandaker, and AM Sarwaruddin Chowdhury in Composites and Advanced Materials</p
Participatory mapping of degradation and restoration processes in the Sundarbans mangrove ecosystem
No full texthttp://dx.doi.org/10.13039/501100004049 Catholic Academic Exchange Servic
A Personalised ontology framework for interpreting discovered knowledge in text information
No full textMany text mining techniques have been developed to discover useful knowledge from text data. However, they produce a large body of knowledge without semantic information, which causes the meanings of the discovered knowledge difficult to interpret. Thus, the utilisation of the discovered knowledge is hindered. We propose to mine a personalised ontology to improve the semantic interpretation of discovered knowledge. The personalised ontology is structured by combining the discovered knowledge with a knowledge-base ontology and the data context. The challenging issues in the mining process are addressed. Both qualitative and quantitative evaluations confirm the merits of the proposed framework
Correlation Between Penetrometer Test Value and Bearing Capacity for Granular Soil
No full textThis thesis is submitted to the Department of Civil Engineering, Khulna University of Engineering & Technology in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering, January 2007.Cataloged from PDF Version of Thesis.Includes bibliographical references (pages 66-67).In the present study, an attempt to investigate the correlation between hand
penetrometer test value and bearing capacity of granular soil especially sand, was
under consideration. To achieve this goal artificial sand beds of thirteen samples were
prepared in an open test bed above the ground surface, and on these samples, direct
shear test and field density test were carried out to find out the friction angle and the
field density of each sample. Bearing capacity of sandy soil were predicted from
Terzaghi's bearing capacity equation for strip footing. Three penetrometers of
different diameters (18.75 mm, 25 mm and 31.25 mm) were especially fabricated and
used to find out penetrometer test value. The test procedure of these penetrometers is
similar to standard penetration test (SPT) by split spoon sampler, but diameter of
penetrometers, weight of hammer and height of fall were different.
To correlate between hand penetrometer test value, friction angle and bearing
capacity, seven equations have been established for hand penetrometer of three
different diameters. It has been found that there established better correlations
between friction angle and hand penetrometer test value for three penetrometers with
high coefficient of correlations. In the investigation it has observed that there exists a
best correlation between friction angle and bearing capacity of granular soil (sand).
Finally it has been found that there are good correlations between hand penetrometer
test value and bearing capacity of granular soil for any diameter of penetrometer with
coefficient of correlation from 0.79 to 0.96.Md. Golam QuaderMaster of Engineering in Civil Engineerin
Adapting authoritarianism: institutions and co-optation in Egypt and Syria
No full textThis PhD thesis compares Egypt and Syria’s authoritarian political systems. While the tendency in social science political research treats Egypt and Syria as similarly authoritarian, this research emphasizes differences between the two systems with special reference to institutions and co-optation. Rather than reducibly understanding Egypt and Syria as sharing similar histories, institutional arrangements, or ascribing to the oft-repeated convention that “Syria is Egypt but 10 years behind,” this thesis focuses on how events and individual histories shaped each states current institutional strengthens and weaknesses. Specifically, it explains the how varying institutional politicization or de-politicization affects each state’s capabilities for co-opting elite and non-elite individuals.
Beginning with a theoretical framework that considers the limited utility of democratization and transition theoretical approaches, the work underscores the persistence and durability of authoritarianism. Chapter two details the politicized institutional divergence between Egypt and Syria that began in the 1970s. Chapter three and four examines how institutional politicization or de-politicization affects elite and non-elite individual co-optation in Egypt and Syria. Chapter five discusses the study’s general conclusions and theoretical implications.
This thesis’s argument is that Egypt and Syria co-opt elites and non-elites differently because of the varying degrees of institutional politicization in each governance system. Rather than view one country as more politically developed than the other, this work argues that Syria’s political institutions are more politicized than their Egyptian counterparts. Syria’s political arena is, thus, described as politicized-patrimonialism. Syria’s politicized-patrimonial arena produces uneven co-optation of elites and non-elites as they are diffused through competing institutions. Conversely, the Egyptian political arena remains highly personalized as weak institutions and individuals are manipulated and molded according to the president’s ruling clique. This is referred to as personalized-patrimonialism. As a consequence, Egypt’s political establishment demonstrates more flexibility in ad hoc altering and adapting its arena depending on the emergence of crises.
This study’s theoretical implications suggest that, contrary to modernization and democratization theory’s adage that institutions lead to a political development, politicized institutions within a patrimonial order actually hinder regime adaptation because consensus is harder to achieve and maintain. It is within this context that Egypt’s de-politicized institutional framework advantages its top political elite. In this reading of Egyptian and Syrian politics, Egypt’s personalized political arena is more adaptable than Syria’s. These conclusions do not indicate that political reform is a process underway in either state
Ear Care: Essential Component of Healthcare System
No full text<p>Ear care is a crucial aspect of maintaining <br>overall health and well-being. The human <br>ear is a delicate and complex organ that <br>plays a vital role in our ability to hear and <br>balance. Failure to provide proper care of <br>the ear can result in a range of problems, <br>from temporary discomfort to permanent <br>hearing loss.1<br>Ear infection is a prevalent issue affecting <br>the ear. It arises when the Eustachian tube, <br>responsible for connecting the middle ear to <br>the back of the throat, becomes obstructed.<br>This can cause fluid to build up in the middle <br>ear, leading to pain, swelling, and decreased <br>hearing. Children are particularly susceptible <br>to ear infections, but adults can also be <br>affected.2 To reduce the risk of ear <br>infections, it is important to practice good <br>ear hygiene, such as keeping the ears clean <br>and dry, and avoiding the use of cotton <br>swabs or other objects in the ear canal.<br>Another common ear problem is swimmer's <br>ear, which occurs when water gets trapped <br>in the ear canal.3 This can cause <br>inflammation and infection, leading to pain, <br>itching, and discharge. To prevent <br>swimmer's ear, it is important to keep the <br>ears dry, especially after swimming or <br>showering. Wearing earplugs or using a hair <br>dryer on the lowest setting to dry the ears <br>can also help prevent this condition.<br>Noise-induced hearing loss is developed <br>over a longer time period when exposure to <br>loud sound is chronic, and transient <br>threshold shift is observed when sudden <br>exposure to very loud sound happened. <br>Individuals who are exposed to loud noises <br>on a regular basis, such as construction <br>workers, musicians, and military personnel<br>are vulnerable to noise induced hearing loss. <br>Exposure to loud noises can damage the <br>delicate hair cells in the inner ear, leading to <br>permanent hearing loss. In order to prevent <br>hearing loss caused by excessive noise, it is <br>crucial to utilize hearing protection when <br>exposed to loud sounds and to minimize <br>exposure to loud noises whenever feasible.<br>4<br>Tinnitus refers to the presence of abnormal <br>sounds in the ear. The pathophysiology <br>underlying this condition is complex. Living <br>with tinnitus can be distressing which can<br>disrupt one's quality of life. Tinnitus can be <br>caused by a variety of factors, including <br>exposure to loud noises, ear infections, and <br>certain medications. While there is no cure <br>for tinnitus, there are treatments that can <br>help manage the symptoms, such as <br>cognitive behavioral therapy, sound therapy, <br>and medication.<br>In addition to these common ear problems, <br>there are number of other conditions that <br>can affect the ear, such as Meniere's disease, <br>vestibular neuronitis, and otosclerosis. <br>These conditions can lead to hearing loss, <br>vertigo, and other symptoms, and it is <br>important to seek medical treatment if you <br>are experiencing any unusual symptoms in <br>your ears.<br>To maintain good ear health, it is important <br>to practice good ear hygiene and to seek <br>medical treatment if you are experiencing <br>any symptoms. Additionally, it is important to have regular hearing exams to detect any <br>hearing problems early on, so that <br>appropriate treatment can be started. <br>Regular hearing exams can also help identify <br>any changes in hearing over time, so that <br>appropriate steps can be taken to prevent <br>further hearing loss.<br>Ear care is an essential component of <br>maintaining overall good health and well being. </p>
<p>Different types of diseases can affect <br>the ear leading to hearing loss, vertigo, <br>tinnitus, pain, and other symptoms. By <br>practicing good ear hygiene, seeking medical <br>treatment when necessary, and having <br>regular hearing exams, one can help protect <br>one’s ears and maintain good ear health.<br>REFERENCES<br>1. Altmann J. Acoustic weapons‐a <br>prospective assessment. Science & Global <br>Security. 2001 Jan 1;9(3):165-234.<br>2. Wilson M, Wilson PJ. Close Encounters of <br>the Microbial Kind: Everything You Need to <br>Know About Common Infections. Springer <br>Nature; 2021 Jan 4;233-42<br>3. Strauss MB, Groner-Strauss W, Cantrell <br>RW. Swimmer's ear. The Physician and <br>Sportsmedicine. 1979 Jun 1;7(6):101-5.<br>4. Daniel E. Noise and hearing loss: a review. <br>Journal of School Health. 2007 <br>May;77(5):225-31.</p>
Methodological issues in article titled, “Prevalence and correlates of nicotine dependence among construction site workers: A cross-sectional study in Delhi”
No full textPsychological impact of COVID-19 pandemic on healthcare workers and strategies to mitigate them
No full textThe outbreak of a novel coronavirus starting from December 2019 and reaching pandemic proportions has raised concerns as to the ability of current protective measures and the health-care system to handle such a threat. Health-care workers may experience considerable psychological distress as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic due to providing direct patient care, vicarious trauma, quarantine, or self-isolation
Correlates of physical disability in the elderly population of rural North India (Haryana)
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