185 research outputs found
Development of immobilised sunlight active W-Mo/Mo-V/V-W co-doped TiO2 photocatalyst by plasma electrolytic oxidation
No full textW-Mo/Mo-V/V-W co-doped TiO2 photocatalyst for the effective degradation of MB (methylene blue) dye under sunlight irradiation was successfully prepared by one-step Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation (PEO) process. The XRD, XPS, and EDS results revealed that W/Mo/V were co-doped in the TiO2 lattice. The highest redshift in the light absorption edge is recorded for the sample MV (Mo-V co-doped TiO2) with a bandgap of 2.51 eV, whereas the bandgaps for WM (W-Mo co-doped TiO2) and VW (V-W co-doped TiO2) are recorded as 2.96 eV and 2.58 eV, respectively. The co-doped photocatalysts show a typical PEO structure with a high degree of porosity favouring the dye adsorption ability. EIS, LSV, and PL analysis confirmed that the co-doped coatings pose a high degree of charge separation, suppressed charge carriers' recombination, and increased the ability to produce photocurrent. Under direct sunlight irradiation, the sample MV showed the highest photocatalytic efficiency, confirmed by MB dye degradation, then the other co-doped and undoped TiO2. This can be attributed to the synergetic effects of intense visible light absorption in the solar spectrum and the reduced charge carriers' recombination rate by acting as the trapping sites for photogenerated electrons and holes. Finally, this immobilised co-doped photocatalyst developed by the PEO process is a promising system in the quest to establish a renewable energy-assisted strategy for textile wastewater treatment application. © 2022 Elsevier B.V
Study of pulmonary function tests in patients with hypothyroidism
No full textBACKGROUND:
Hypothyroidism is a relatively common disease worldwide. It is defined as a clinical state resulting from insufficient secretion of thyroid hormone from thyroid gland due to some structural and/or functional impairment of thyroid hormone production. Hypothyroidism affects all organ systems. Respiratory system like any other organ system is affected by Hypothyroidism though respiratory manifestations are seldom the major complaints in hypothyroidism. The spectrum of disease involvement can range from mild dyspnea to more severe and life threatening respiratory failure. Lung volumes are usually normal but studies have shown findings suggestive of restrictive pattern of impairment. This has been attributed to decrease in both expiratory and inspiratory muscle strength, alveolar hypoventilation due to depression of hypoxic and hypercapnic ventilator drives and decrease in maximal breathing capacity in patients with Hypothyroidism. Difficulty in weaning hypothyroid patients from assisted ventilation is another associated complication.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES:
The aim was to study clinical and investigative profile of patients with Hypothyroidism and to determine if there is any correlation between thyroid function with the pulmonary function among the study population.
MATERIALS AND METHODS:
This is a cross-sectional study of 50 cases admitted in Coimbatore Medical College
Hospital, Coimbatore was done in the period from July 2016 to June 2017. All patients will be subjected to Biochemical investigations such as Thyroid function tests-Serumtriiodothyronine (T3) Serumthyroxine (T4) and Serum Thyroid Stimulating hormone(TSH),Pulmonary Function tests such as Forced Vital capacity (FVC),Forced expiratory volume in 1st second (FEV1), Peak expiratory flow rate(PEFR), Forced expiratory flow (FEF)-(25%-75%).
OBSERVATION:
Hypothyroidism can have numerous effects on the respiratory system. Nevertheless, it does affect the respiratory system including respiratory muscle weakness, alveolar hypoventilation due to decreased hypoxic and hypercapnic ventilator drives, upper airway obstruction, central and obstructive sleep apnoea and even pleural effusion. Lung volumes are usually normal or mildly reduced, but maximal breathing capacity and diffusing capacity are usually reduced. FVC & FEV1 Values were found to be lower in hypothyroids. But it was significant only for FVC. The FEV1/FVC value is significantly increased among hypothyroid patients. The degree and duration of thyroid disorders lead to reduced ventilator lung function in patients with hypothyroidism. There is a significant difference in the lung functions between those subjects not on treatment and those on thyroid hormone replacement therapy. The decrease in spirometric measurements in hypothyroidism can be corrected by hormone replacement therapy.
CONCLUSION:
The presence of impaired pulmonary function tests in hypothyroidism has been already demonstrated in various studies. There is significant reduction in the dynamic lung functions of hypothyroid patients. Respiratory system can be affected in hypothyroidism. Simple spirometry can be considered as a means for evaluation of pulmonary function tests in these patients
Data mining and analysis on START dataset
No full textIn this work, we present analytical results obtained by data mining on the START (Study of Terrorism and Response to Terrorism) dataset. The main objective is to visualize terrorism data and make it available to users in an easy to understand format. A website is designed which contains a collection of various analyses and visualizations to interpret patterns and trends in it. The website also contains a visualization tool that provides the user with dataset exploration capabilities. Lack of understanding and awareness about global terrorism leads to diverse opinions and common misconceptions among civilians. In this age of globalization, sufficient information about this topic can help strengthen our counter-terrorism strategies, improvise security concerns, regulate better economic policies and enhance the knowledge base of civilians. The primary dataset for this project is provided by START Consortium which contains data of terrorist events since 1970. Performing various data mining and data visualization techniques to interpret the nature of terrorism to better understand its trends and patterns in over 45 years of its recorded history
Optimizing Business Processes through Informatics and RPA
No full textTato diplomová práce se zabývá integrací informatiky a robotické procesní automatizace (RPA) jako strategií pro optimalizaci podnikových procesů. Poskytuje komplexní analýzu základů, nástrojů a metodologií RPA a ukazuje, jak lze RPA efektivně kombinovat s informatikou za účelem zvýšení efektivity, snížení provozních nákladů a podpory rozhodování založeného na datech. Práce obsahuje praktickou případovou studii zaměřenou na automatizaci identifikace externích služeb v souborech UiPath XAML, vyvinutou ve spolupráci se společností Pointee Interactive s.r.o. Důraz je kladen na praktické využití RPA v různých odvětvích a metodologické rámce nutné pro úspěšnou implementaci.This thesis explores the integration of Informatics and Robotic Process Automation (RPA) as a strategy for optimizing business processes. It provides a comprehensive analysis of RPA fundamentals, tools, and methodologies, and demonstrates how RPA can be effectively combined with informatics to enhance efficiency, reduce operational costs, and support data-driven decision-making. The thesis includes a practical case study focused on automating the identification of external services in UiPath XAML files, developed in collaboration with Pointee Interactive s.r.o. This work emphasizes the real-world applications of RPA in various sectors and the methodological frameworks necessary for successful implementation
Comparing bio-tribocorrosion of selective laser melted Titanium-25% Niobium and conventionally manufactured Ti-6Al-4 V in inflammatory conditions
No full textThe present study aims to evaluate the biocompatibility and bio-tribocorrosion potential of selective laser melted (SLM) Titanium-25% Niobium (Ti-25 Nb) alloy. Further the suitability of the Ti-25 Nb implant was assessed by benchmarking with conventionally manufactured commercial Ti-6Al-4 V implant. Ball-on-plate tests were performed on these alloys while submerging them in an acidic sodium lactate (ASL) medium. Simultaneously, the open circuit potential (OCV) of the two alloys were measured before, during and after sliding the indenter. Characterization of the surface morphology and composition after the test revealed that SLM fabricated Ti-25 Nb exhibits superior wear resistance and hence has greater resistance to depassivation than commercial Ti-6Al-4 V implant. Biocompatibility of the implants, in terms of cell adhesion, cell proliferation, osteogenic differentiation and Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) activity were also studied on the surfaces of the worn alloys. Results indicate that the worn Ti-25 Nb surface is more conducive for the healthy growth of cells and facilitates more pronounced ALP activity than that of Ti-6Al-4 V, over a duration of 14 days. The superior bio-tribocorrosion performance and biocompatibility of Ti-25 Nb is attributed to SLM induced development of compressive residual stresses, smoother worn surface, higher compactness of the Nb oxides over the alloy surface and negligible toxicity of Nb.Journal of Alloys and Compound
COLONIAL EDUCATION AND CLASS FORMATION IN EARLY JUDAISM: A POSTCOLONIAL READING
No full textIt is a delight to have the opportunity to thank the people who have helped me with the writing of this dissertation. Right from beginning to the completion of this study, Prof. Leo Perdue, my dissertation advisor and my guru persevered with me, giving apt guidance and judicious criticism at every stage. He encouraged me to formulate my own questions, map out my own quest, and seek the answers that would help me understand and contextualize my beliefs, practices, and identity. My profuse thanks to him. I also wish to thank Prof. David Balch and Prof. Carolyn Osiek, my readers, for their invaluable comments and scholarly suggestions to make this study a success. I am fortunate to receive the wholehearted support and encouragement of Bishop George Isaac in this endeavor, and I am filled with gratitude to him. With deep sense of gratitude, I want to acknowledge the inestimable help and generous support of my friends from the Grace Presbytery of PC(USA), who helped me to complete my studies in the United States. In particular, I wish to thank Rev. David Wasserman, Rev. Jeff Finch, Dr. William J. Carl III, Carol and Bob Adcock, and Peggy and Tommy Wadley. Without their constant encouragement, generosity of spirit, and ready willingness to help, my stay and studies in this country would not have been as smooth or as pleasant. v I want to thank many others from the various aspects of my life for their participation, support, and encouragement during the writing of this dissertation. Dr
Morphometry, length-weight relationship and food and feeding habits of Otolithoides biauritus (Cantor, 1850) of Bombay waters
No full textThirteen morphometric and seven meristic characters, length-weight relationship and
food & feeding habits of Ololithoides biauriJus of Bombay coast were studied. Compared
morphometric characters revealed positive allometric growth and high correlation
er'ranging 0.898 - 0.996) between each other. Meristic characters were observed to be
ByU' DI 8.10, D2 27-31, P 17·20, V 5-7 and A 7·10. Number of gill rackerson the firstleft gillarcb
ranged from 15 to 19. Length.weight relationship for both sexes together worked out to
be W = 0.026, L2.646 • The species is a predator, feeding mainly 00 motile Aceles, small
fish aud Loligo in order of preference
Synthesis of novel heterocyclic compounds from 6<i>H</i>-[2]-benzopyrano[4,3-c]quinolin-6-one and 2,3-diphenyl furo-[3,2-<i>c</i>]-quinolin-4-(5<i>H</i>)-one
No full text2567-257211-Chloro-6H-[2]-benzopyrano-[4,3-c]quinolin-6-ones
1a-g/4-chloro-2,3-diphenyl-furo[3 ,2-c] quinoline 6a-g are
obtained via the interaction of 6H-[2]-benzopyran [4,3-c]-quinoline-6,
11-[12]-dione / 2,3-diphenyl-furo[3,2-c]-quinolin-4-(5H)-one with
a mixture of phosphorus pentachloride and phosphorusoxychloride. These chloro
derivatives are further treated with sodium azide, o-phenylenediamine,
anthranilic acid and benzoic acidhydrazide separately to afford novel hetrocyclic
compounds 11-methyl-1,2,4-tetrazolo [1', 5', 1,2] quinolino [4,3-c]-benzopyran-8-ones
2a-g / 8-methyl-4,5-diphenyl-1,2,4-tetrazolo-[1 ',5': 1,2]-furo[3,2-c]-quinoline
7a-g, 13-methyl-imidazolo - [3',2':1,2]-quinolino-[4,3-c]benzopyran-10-ones
3a-g / 10-methyl-6, 7 -diphenyl-imidazolo [3',2':1,2]-furo[3,2-c]-quinoline
8a-g, 13- methylquinazilono-[3', 2',1,2] quinolino [4,3-c]-benzopyran-10,
16-diones 4a-g /10-methyl-6,7 -diphenyl-quinazilono [3', 2', 1,2]furo[3,2-c]quinolin-13-one
9a-g, 11-methyl-1-phenyl-triazolo- [3',4':1,2]quinolino [4,3-c]-
benzopyran-8-ones 5a-g /8-methyl-1-phenyl-4,5-diphenyl-triazolo
[3',4':1,2]furo-[3,,2-c]-quinoline 10a-g respectively. Some of these
compounds have also been screened for their biological activity
Morphometry, length-weight relationship and food and feeding habits of Otolithoides biauritus (Cantor, 1850) of Bombay waters
No full textThirteen morphometric and seven meristic characters, length-weight relationship and food and feeding habits of Otolithoides biauritus of Bombay coast (Maharashtra, India) were studied. Compared morphometric characters revealed positive allometric growth and high correlation ("r" ranging 0.898 - 0.996) between each other. Meristic characters were observed to be B sub(vii), D sub(1) 8-10, D sub(2) 27-31, P 17-20, V 5-7 and 7-10. Number of gill rackers on the first left gill arch ranged from 15 to 19. Length-weight relationship for both sexes together worked out to be W = 0.026, L super(2.646). The species is a predator, feeding mainly on motile Acetes, small fish and Loligo in order of preference
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