A Study on the Morphometric Measurement and Intrinsic Innervation of the Knee Meniscus in Adult Burmese Population

Introduction: Understanding the dimensions of the knee joint menisci is crucial for arthroscopic surgery and the management of injuries. Menisci’s size, shape, and composition play roles in determining the structural and material properties of the tissue allograft. The present study aims to&...

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Period Poverty and Its Consequences among Secondary School Students in Perak, Malaysia

Period poverty refers to the lack of access to menstrual products. More than a billion women currently lack access to even the most basic supplies during their period, which can be linked to the inconveniences faced by women during their menstruation. The aim of this stud...

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Lawsone Unleashed: A Comprehensive Review on Chemistry, Biosynthesis, and Therapeutic Potentials

Lawsone, a naturally occurring organic compound also called hennotannic acid, obtained mainly from Lawsonia inermis (Henna). It is a potential drug-like molecule with unique chemical and biological characteristics. Traditionally, henna is used in hair and skin coloring and is also a medicina...

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Factors Influencing Liver Abnormalities in Psoriatic Arthritis Patients: A Comprehensive Study

Objective: The aim of this study was to establish the incidence of liver abnormalities in psoriatic arthritis patients and identify the factors that contributed to this condition. Methods: This is a longitudinal co hort study. Psoriatic arthritis (PsA)...

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Modulation of Sirtuin-1 by Resveratrol as A Potential Therapy in Alleviating Metabolic Syndrome

Objective: This review aims to investigate the therapeutic potential of resveratrol in managing metabolic syndrome, with particular emphasis on its molecular interaction with sirtuin-1 (SIRT1) and its downstream effects on cellular metabolism and signaling pathways. Methods: A comprehens...

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Development of Pressure Sensor Using Plastic Optical Fiber

This research presents the development of a high-sensitivity pressure sensor using plastic optical fibers (POFs), offering a safe, reliable, and cost-effective alternative to conventional sensors. A POF is modified into a U-shaped sensor by bending method and connected to a white light ...

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Development Of Water PH Sensor Using Plastic Optical Fiber

This project investigates the development and performance of a U-shaped Plastic Optical Fiber (POF) sensor designed for real-time water pH monitoring. The proposed sensor offers a low-cost, durable, and robust solution to overcome the limitations of traditional glass electrode-based pH sensors,&#...

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Anthropometric measurements of the external nose among Malay and Chinese: A Cross-sectional study from Sarawak, Malaysia

Nasal anthropometry is among the best clues to racial origin and sexual determination. The nose's shape and structure differ between genders, races, and ethnicities. The understanding of nasal anthropometry is applied in forensic medicine, nasal reconstruction surgery, and naso-facial dysmorpholog...

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An Integrated Metabolomics Study on Antidiabetic Activity of Christia vespertilionis Leaves Extract Using Chemometric and Molecular Docking Analysis

In disease treatment, the utilisation of medicinal plants has witnessed a discernible rise, driven by concerns over the adverse effects associated with synthetic drugs available in the market. Analyses of the plant Christia vespertilionis (L.f.) Bakh. F., indigenous to Malaysia, has suggeste...

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QbD Assisted Systematic Review for Optimizing the Selection of PVP as a Ternary Substance in Enhancing the Complexation Efficiency of Cyclodextrins: a Pilot Study

Inclusion complexes require higher concentration of Beta cyclodextrins (βCD) resulting in increased formulation bulk, toxicity, and production costs. This systematic review offers a comprehensive analysis using Quality by design (QbD) as a tool to predict potential applications of Polyvinylpyrrolidone ...

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