bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A CFD and experimental study of hydrodynamic and heat transfer behavior in ribbed fluidized beds
Authors: Sharif Saqib , Shakaib Muhammad , Allauddin Usman 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
The study focuses on enhancing the performance of fluidized bed systems, which are widely used in industrial processes requiring efficient heat and mass transfer. By integrating ribs at angles of 135, 150, and 165° on the riser wall, the research assesses their impact on hydrodynamic behavior and heat transfer using CFD simulations. The simulations, confirmed through experimental data, revealed that the 150° ribbed model outperforms others by improving particle mixing and achieving the highest heat transfer coefficient. The investigation also covered static pressure, solid volume fraction, and particle velocities at different bed heights (30, 60, 90, and 120 mm), showing that ribbed models significantly enhance turbulence and particle distribution, with the 150° ribs providing a balance between dynamic mixing and stable flow.
Effect of different activating agents on carbon derived from Tinospora cordifolia for EDLC application
Authors: Komal  , Mishra Kuldeep , Kumar Yogesh , Shukla Vivek Kumar 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
The effect of two activating agents namely phosphoric acid (H3PO4) and iron (III) chloride (FeCl3) is investigated, in activation of carbon obtained from Tinospora cordifolia. The structural and morphological properties of the synthesized activated carbons were investigated using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller analysis. A notable yield of ∼60 % of the activated carbons was obtained using a simple and cost-effective approach of chemical activation followed by the thermal activation method. The electrochemical properties of the activated carbons were studied for electric double-layer capacitor application. The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, galvanostatic charge–discharge and cyclic voltammetry studies revealed superior charge transfer properties of the carbon activated with H3PO4. The capacitor comprising carbon activated with H3PO4 electrodes shows higher specific capacity of 58 F g−1 at 1 A g−1 than that of carbon activated with FeCl3 (37.5 F g−1). The optimized capacitor delivers superior power density and energy density of 2 kW kg−1 and 28.33 W h kg−1, respectively.
Assessment of certain theoretical modeling for extraction data of uranium ion by loaded SM-7 with TBP using fixed bed column operation
Authors: Elsayed Ashraf A. , El-khalafawy Abeer , Aly Hisham F. 
Published: September 2024

Abstract
Theoretical evaluation of experimental extraction data of U (VI) from nitric acid solutions by tri-n-butyl phosphate (TBP) loaded on macro reticular polymer SM-7 was verified using Thomas and Yan models. These data are represented by breakthrough relations at different conditions; flow rate, concentrations and interfering ions. Comparing correlation coefficients (R
2) of both models, it was found that R
2 equal 0.96 for Thomas model comparing to 0.88 for Yan one, indicating that Thomas model is convenient for evaluation of that extraction process. The calculated, theoretically, value of (q
Th) was found to be almost equal to (qexp
) the practical one.
A Comprehensive Approach to the Physical Development of Canadian University Women's Rugby Sevens Players
Authors: Cormier Patrick , Goodale Tyler , Agar-Newman Dana 
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT
With increasing investments and resources, rugby sevens is growing internationally and domestically in many countries. Within Canada, women's rugby sevens is a popular sport at the regional and national levels in university settings and centralized training programs. Given the importance of strength and conditioning for success in sevens, the purpose of this article is to highlight some of the frameworks used to develop sevens athletes from the university to the international level within the Canadian context. As such, the match demands and physical characteristics relevant to rugby sevens are discussed based on a comprehensive needs analysis. This is further contextualized by a training philosophy and framework tailored for university-aged female athletes, which play a key role in the Canadian talent development pathway.
Nutritional profiling and antioxidant potential of corn silk (Maydis stigma) powder for the development of corn silk tea
Authors: Kaur M. , Sharma S. , Grover K. , Kaur S. , Sandhu S.K. 
Published: September 2024

AbstractThe study aimed to analyse the nutritional and antioxidant potential of corn silk based formulated tea. Four corn silk tea formulations were developed, one with corn silk only and three using different flavouring herbal/spicing agents, namely lemongrass, green cardamom, and cinnamon. Microwave dried corn silk powder and corn silk tea infusions were analysed for chemical composition. Organoleptic evaluation was also done for tea infusions. The results of chemical evaluation showed that corn silk powder is rich in protein (20.78%), dietary fibre (48.93%), calcium (139.5 mg/100 g), magnesium (163.9 mg/100 g), potassium (1,406 mg/100 g), total phenols (1,365 mg GAE/100 g), and flavonoids (370.8 mg QE/100 g). The antioxidant activity of corn silk powder was observed as 84.95% DPPH inhibition. Maysin content of corn silk powder was 3.65 mg/100 g. Chemical analysis of corn silk tea infusions showed that the addition of flavours significantly enhanced the minerals, total phenols, and flavonoids contents and the antioxidant activity as compared to the tea formulated with only corn silk powder. Results of organoleptic evaluation showed that all four corn silk tea formulations were highly acceptable. Overall improvement in nutritional and antioxidant contents was found in corn silk tea with added flavours.
Why go to University? Forming academic friendships at Tyndale University, a private Christian university in Ontario, Canada
Authors: Green Beth 
Published: September 2024

This paper considers why Christian Higher Education could offer a hopeful, if metaphysical, answer to the question, “Why go to university”? The paper draws on two examples to argue that a greater diversity of higher education institutions in Ontario would tell a bigger story about what going to university is for. The first example is historic and introduces four female philosophers whose academic friendship impacted postwar moral philosophy in Britain and North America. The second example is contemporary: Tyndale University is a private Christian university in Toronto. The paper argues that Tyndale University is an example of the kind of small to mid-size universities capable of fostering the academic friendships necessary to preserve diversity, resilience and alternate imaginations during times of global disruption.
Introduction: War and Peace in the Late Middle Ages
Authors: Bellitto Christopher M 
Published: September 2024

Whither just war? It is a question scholars and activists have been asking with particular intensity and reappraisal in the last two generations. We turn here to the late medieval period, especially around the time when Muslim forces finally achieved in 1453 an earlier goal: the occupation of Constantinople. This fifteenth-century event, along with the decades before and after, focused the 19th biennial meeting of the American Cusanus Society and the International Seminar on Pre-Reformation Theology held at United Lutheran Seminary in Gettysburg PA during the autumn of 2023. Three panels of papers and two workshops on texts studied war, peace, and religious violence. While participants looked closely at the life and works of Nicholas of Cusa (1401–1464), they also considered major events during the long late Middle Ages in Europe and the Middle East. The goal was to reevaluate options and actions for war and peace during this crucible moment in history with an eye toward applying historical lessons. This special issue features five articles that grew out of presentations at the 2023 conference by emerging and established scholars; the sixth is on a related topic (by this author). The journal articles in this special issue continue the prolific publication record of the American Cusanus Society, which since 1991 has published, mostly with Brill, over a dozen volumes of essays originating with papers from the Society’s Gettysburg conferences as well as the annual meetings of the Renaissance Society of America and the International Congress on Medieval Studies at Western Michigan University and Leeds.
Penggunaan kitosan sebagai pengisi dalam pembuatan sabun transparan
Authors: Ibrahim Bustami , Suptijah Pipih , Amin Hijrah 
Published: September 2024

Chitosan is a natural material extracted from deacetylated chitin of crustacean shell used for many kinds of functions, not only for food but also non food product. The research objective is to find out the effect of chitosan used for filler within transparency soap to the characteristic of physical, chemical and bioeffect of end product, and to find out which concentrate of chitosan will be used for the best product. The research was divided by two steps, pre-research and main research. Pre-research resulted that transparency soap with 5% chitosan was the best choice based on organoleptic test which was the best in toughness, and based on chemical also microbiological analyses. The soap with 5% chitosan has TPC (Total Plate Count) amount to 2.0x101, while the one without chitosan contained TPC 6.5x101. The main research showed that transparency soap with 5% chitosan has better quality compare to commercialized one.
Earthquake Sequence Simulation and Hazard Analysis in the Tianshan Orogenic Belt and Adjacent Areas
Authors: Wang Zitao , Zhang Huai , Meng Qiu 
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT
The Tianshan orogenic belt is located in central Eurasia. Its tectonic deformation and seismicity are primarily influenced by the far-field effect of the India–Eurasia collision. It is one of the regions with the most intensive seismicity in China. Understanding the mechanisms of earthquake nucleation in this region is a hot topic in the seismicity community. The numerical simulation of earthquake sequences is an efficient measure for comprehensively exploring earthquake occurrence characteristics, tectonic loading, and subsequence patterns. It is also an important method for predicting and mitigating earthquake disasters. This study utilized a finite-element model to investigate the evolution of regional historical earthquakes via the split-node method. Coulomb failure stress analyses from interactions of simulated historical earthquakes since 1900 indicate that the Taxkorgan fault may be prone to the next significant earthquake event.
Analyzing Trends in Key Financial Indicators: A Case Study on ORION Pharma Limited
Authors: Ahamed Mohammad Jafaur 
Published: September 2024

This descriptive research study aims to examine the performance trends of ORION Pharma Limited within the context of its operations in Bangladesh. The study is based on secondary data extracted from annual reports spanning from FY 2018-19 to 2022-23 of the chosen company. It employs trend percentage analysis on key financial metrics derived from these reports. Firstly, the analysis focuses on fluctuations in key financial indicators of the statement of profit or loss, such as net sales revenue, gross profit, operating profit, pre-tax profit, and post-tax profit. Despite facing challenges, the company has shown resilience and adaptability, showcasing noticeable recoveries and improvements during different periods. These changes reflect ORION Pharma's responsiveness to market conditions and efforts to manage expenses efficiently. The analysis suggests opportunities for strategic expansions and profit enhancements despite occasional setbacks. Secondly, examining the trend percentage of key metrics of the statement of financial position for ORION Pharma, the study shows consistent growth in total assets, driven by expansions in both current and non-current assets. Though liabilities increased notably, total equity showed positive growth, indicating effective management and sustained profitability. In summary, ORION Pharma demonstrates strong financial performance and strategic planning, positioning it for continued growth and profitability.
Ischemic stroke following reversal of dabigatran with idarucizumab in spontaneous subdural hematoma in cerebral venous thrombosis
Authors: Santhosh Thanisha , Krishnan Pramod , Anusha Donti R. , Acharya Ullas V. , Kalashetty Mallikarjun 
Published: September 2024

Spontaneous subdural hematomas (SDH) are an unusual but potentially devastating complication of oral anticoagulation. Emergency management of subdural hematomas following oral anticoagulant therapy consists of reversal of anticoagulation coupled with surgical evacuation, if indicated. However, the question of reintroducing anticoagulants is a conundrum faced by clinicians. Clinical equipoise remains divergent among neurologists and literature guiding them is sparse. We report a case of spontaneous acute SDH in a middle-aged woman receiving dabigatran for cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT). Dabigatran reversal was achieved with idarucizumab and burr hole evacuation of the SDH was performed successfully. However, the patient suffered left posterior cerebral artery (PCA) territory ischemic stroke during this period, which appears to be a result of reversal of anticoagulant effect of dabigatran by idarucizumab. With this case report, we seek to highlight this rare complication of dabigatran therapy in CVT, the effectiveness of idarucizumab in reversing dabigatran action and the risks of interruption of dabigatran therapy with idarucizumab.
A clinical study on evaluation of risk factors and visual outcome after phacoemulsification in presenile cataract patients
Authors: D Almeida Sheryl , Mohan Gayathi , Salimath Sangameshwarayya 
Published: September 2024

To evaluate the risk factors, types of pre senile cataract and to assess the visual outcome after phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation in pre senile cataract.This was a hospital based cross sectional study of 90 patients who presented to Ophthalmology OPD of a tertiary care hospital and was diagnosed to have pre senile cataract. The study was done from June 2020 to November 2021. Patients who gave written informed consent were included in the study. Detailed history was taken regarding the age, gender, risk factors such as diabetes mellitus, myopia, occupation, smoking, corticosteroid use, dermatological disease etc. All the patients were subjected to routine ophthalmological evaluation. All the patients underwent phacoemulsification and IOL implantation. Visual acuity was noted before and after the surgery. The risk factors for pre senile cataract and visual acuity before and after cataract surgery was statistically analysed.Out of 90 patients included in the study, 60% were females Mean age at presentation was 42.94 ±5.93 years. Most common cause of pre senile cataract was diabetes mellitus (42.2%) followed by tobacco consumption (20%) and dermatological diseases (15.6%). Posterior subcapsular cataract was the most common type of cataract seen among young population and it has been significantly associated with diabetes mellitus. 87.8% had a best corrected visual acuity of 6/6-6/9 after phacoemulsification surgery. In this study diabetes mellitus and tobacco consumption are the two strongest modifiable risk factors for cataractogenesis in younger working population which is mainly because of the lifestyle changes. Majority of the patients attained a good visual acuity post phacoemulsification and IOL implantation surgery.
A comparative study on the phaco time and corneal endothelial count in phacoemulsification using the stop & chop and divide & conquer techniques in Indian eyes
Authors: Gnaneswaran Premnath , Arunachalam Muthusundari , Chokkalingam Shankar , Matheen Adnan , Bravian Shinisha Paul 
Published: September 2024

Cataract, a leading cause of curable blindness requires surgical management. Endothelium which is crucial for corneal transparency gets injured during intraocular surgeries like phacoemulsification. Various studies have compared the impact of different techniques of phacoemulsification on endothelium. But few studies conclude that Phaco time & endothelial loss is lesser in Stop & Chop than Divide & Conquer technique. An Interventional study involving 30 eyes in Group A (Stop & Chop) and 30 in Group B (Divide & Conquer) with Nuclear sclerosis grade II and III, excluding any pre-existing corneal diseases and Glaucoma was conducted in a tertiary care teaching hospital. All pre-operative parameters were similar in both groups. Post-operative values of best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), intra ocular pressure (IOP), endothelial cell count, central corneal thickness (CCT), Absolute Phaco time were recorded. Data entered in Excel sheets and analysed with SPSS. Paired, Unpaired t tests were used. P value &#60;0.05 was statistically significant. Mean Absolute Phaco time for Group A was shorter (25.10±10.54 s) than that for Group B (44.20± 6.94 s) with statistical significance (p&#60;0.05). Mean cell loss & changes in endothelium were higher in Group B than Group A (p&#60;0.05). Absolute Phaco time was shorter in Stop & Chop than Divide & conquer as well as the corneal endothelial damage and changes were lesser in Group A. Hence Stop & Chop technique of phacoemulsification is recommended for less corneal morbidity.
The effect of travoprost on subfoveal choroidal thickness in primary open angle glaucoma
Authors: Guliani Neha Chawla , Abrol Sangeeta , Vemparala Rajshekhar , Guliani Brahm Prakash 
Published: September 2024

Toassess the effect of topical travoprost on subfoveal Choroidal Thickness in Primary open glaucoma patients. The choroidal thickness, a sign of ocular blood flow can be altered by prostaglandin analogues. Hence this study was done to analyse the choroidal thickness after travoprost therapy.: This Prospective, interventional study included 41 eyes of treatment naive POAG patients. Subfoveal choroidal thickness was measured at first visit and after 3 months of topical travoprost therapy by Enhanced Depth Imaging Optical Coherence Tomography (EDI-OCT). The measurements were compared before starting the treatment and after 3 months of treatment with travoprost therapy. The mean choroidal thickness pre-treatment was 296.73 ± 28.07 mm post treatment was 311.56 ± 33.38 µm. The mean difference in choroidal thickness between pre-treatment and post-treatment was found to be 14.8 ±15.1 µm with median value(IQR) of 8 (3 - 30) µm (p-value&#60; 0.00) which was statistically significant.Thecurrent study showed that Subfoveal choroidal thickness(SFCT) changes with travoprost therapy.
Contact lens, case and solution related microbiological evaluation in health care workers and medical students
Authors: Mudduveerappa Bindumalini , Ravikumar Sujatha S , Mane Shreyanka Prakash , Bharadwaj Utkarsha , Ananth Tejashree 
Published: September 2024

: To assess the microbial contamination in different types of contact lenses, their storage case, and lens case solutions of healthcare workers: This is a cross-sectional study, conducted over 2 months. 100 contact lenses, their cases, and case solutions were collected from 50 healthcare professionals and students. Individuals filled out a questionnaire on the duration of use, care, and compliance. The samples were subjected to gram staining, KOH mount, and culture with blood and potato dextrose agar.: Out of the 300 collected samples, 30 lenses, 30 lens cases, and 6 lens care solutions showed positive growth. Among these 100 lenses and lens cases, 56 yielded bacterial growth and 4 fungal growth. Predominant bacteria isolated from lenses, lens cases, and their lens care solutions were followed by . 4 lenses and lens cases showed candida albicans. Polymicrobial growth was observed in 2 contact lenses. were isolated from only lenses, and cases, and not solutions. Most of the healthcare workers followed the recommended lens care regimen. The most common organism isolated was followed by , and with few showing the presence of . A similar profile was also noted in the general population. From observations made in our study and similar studies, care on lens case and lens solution hygiene must be emphasized.
Ethambutol induced optic neuropathy: A remerging ocular emergency needing strict vigilance and screening
Authors: Dahiya Monika , Rathi Manisha , Dua Mohit , Sachdeva Sumit , Dabas Ruchi 
Published: September 2024

: To investigate the clinical manifestations and incidence of ethambutol induced optic neuropathy (EON) and identify its risk factors.: A cross sectional, hospital based observational study was conducted in 100 patients, who were on anti-tubercular drugs (ATT) and complained of diminution of vision. The following data was collected in every patient regarding age, gender, co-morbid conditions, clinical manifestation of (tuberculosis)TB, duration and dose of ethambutol. Complete ophthalmic examination was conducted in every patient including best corrected visual acuity (BCVA), color vision, relative afferent pupillary defect (RAPD), fundus examination, visual field analysis and OCT RNFL & GCL. Statistical analysis of the data was done and represented suitably using appropriate statistical tests that included Chi Square test for checking associations and T test for comparing quantitative data with the help of SPSS ver. 26.0 software. All p-values reported were two sided and a value less than 0.05 was considered significant. :Out of 100 patients, only 18 patients were diagnosed with EON and calculated incidence was 1.8%. The most common presenting feature of EON was bilateral diminution of vision (89%) followed by abnormal color vision (11%). On examination, RAPD was seen in 40% cases because of asymmetrical optic nerve involvement and disc abnormality was present in 66% cases. The duration and dose of ethambutol medication, advanced age (&#62;65 years), hypertension, chronic smoking and presence of renal dysfunction were shown to be positively correlated with EON development.:At present, there is no effective treatment for EON except supplementation of zinc, copper, methylcobalamine and pyridoxine. Therefore, early detection and discontinuation of ethambutol is only way to prevent permanent loss of vision, as in early stage it is reversible.
Study on association of dry eye disease (DED) with visual display terminal (VDT) use among medical college students
Authors: Damarla Nirupama , Reddy Tadisina Sanjay , Linga Prathima , Bommisetti Hymavathi , Reddy Satyanarayana 
Published: September 2024

To study the prevalence of Dry Eye Disease (DED) among undergraduate medical students using Visual Display Terminal (VDT). : Cross-sectional study was conducted on 444 students at Medical college Hospital in the department of Ophthalmology. All the consented study participants, after ruling out the exclusion criterion, underwent dry eye workup which included routine slit lamp examination and Tear film break up time (TBUT). In this study, TBUT ≤ 10 seconds was considered abnormal. They were asked to fill out an OSDI (Ocular Surface Disease Index) questionnaire (Allergen Inc, Irvine, Calif, USA). The participants were asked to answer questions related to VDT use. Statistical analysis was done using the SPSS software (IBM). Based on the OSDI questionnaire, clinically significant DED was found in 28.8%. DED was classified as mild DED in 17.1%, moderate DED in 6.3% and severe DED in 5.4% of the participants. Among those with DED, VDT use was 2 to 4 hours in 29% of the participants, VDT &#62; 4 hours was seen in 32.7% of participants. Thereby, indicating that increase in VDT use had an association with increase in prevalence of DED. DED based on signs (TBUT&#60; or = 5 sec) was observed in 86.3% of participants.: There is a statistically significant association between VDT use and DED among young students.