ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 19, 2024
New Insights for Promoting the Plant Growth and Germination and Applications in Agriculture
Sana Razzaq, Muhammad Ameer Hamza, Shumaila Khan, Muzamil Imam, Kaenat Nazir, Shama Kausar, Rukh E Fatima Naqvi, Adnan Abbas Shah, Warda Abbas, Abdul Rauf
Page no 30-36 |
DOI: 10.36348/sijb.2024.v07i02.003
Drought is a generally prolonged period of dryness which creates significant damage to crops and prevents their effective growth. It can also refer to a prolonged period of extremely low precipitation, especially one that has a negative impact on growing or living conditions. Drought affects plants vary, depending on the various stages of the plant's growth and the duration, severity and frequency of the drought. During high concentration germination decreases with increasing level of drought. Water deficiency also reduces the dry biomass of seed and seedlings. Drought stress causes the decline in seedling of wheat. The field experiment was conducted by utilizing augmented block design. Augmented block design is used when a limited quantity of resources available for experiment. From upper position of the spike excluding awns to the soil surface in centimeter were noted before harvesting. Spikes from each plot were selected randomly and number of spikelets was counted starting from base of spike towards the spike end. Under drought, plant height, spikes, peduncle length of selected plants was affected and had significant differences during normal irrigation and rainfed conditions. Grain yield per plant had highly significant positive correlation spike length under water irrigation.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 17, 2024
Maternal Mortality from 2014 To 2017: Trend and Risk Factors at the Kintambo Maternity Ward, Democratic Republic of Congo
Augustin Kadiata Bukasa, Nene Kabyahura Novi, Aline Mulunda Kankolongo, Marthe Makangisiya Kihosambaku, Tshilembi Beya Christine, Rose Mujinga Ntumba, Agnes Tudinange Badibake, Mena Nkanshama Brigitte, Rose Tshibi Tshiabu, Kabanga Kashala Astrid, Félicien Tshimungu Kandolo
Page no 122-130 |
DOI: 10.36348/sijog.2024.v07i03.007
Introduction: Maternal mortality is a tragedy and constitutes a triple scourge. It is dramatic for the family (which falls apart after the death of the woman), unacceptable for the medical profession (since there are obstetric means to save mothers), and unacceptable for society (dying while giving birth). However, it seems to increase every year in the city of Kinshasa, due to several factors including the lack of easy access to quality care and childbirth services. The main objective for this study was to investigate the trend in maternal mortality at the Kintambo maternity ward from 2014-2017 including the relative contribution of risk factors linked to the lack of easy access to care and services quality delivery. Methods: This is an observational case-control study among pregnant women who followed ANC or not at the Kintambo maternity ward, but who all gave birth from January 2014 until December 2017. The use of the survey method, based on the analysis of registers, with a data collection sheet (check list) which was used for the collection of data, proved essential to bring this to fruition research. The sample size was exhaustive for cases (63 cases) and 63 controls. Results: Trend in female mortality between 2014-2017 at the Kitambo maternity ward in the city of Kinshasa has been decreasing, i.e. 22 cases in 2014, 17 cases in 2015, 14 cases in 2016 and 10 cases in 2017. It was observed that the variables show a very significant difference in relation to the factors which are the age of the pregnant woman, attendance at the CPN, delivery in the same center, the number of doctors in the delivery room and the distance between the residence and the center with an added value (P) less than 0.008; In comparison to pregnant women who die or not during childbirth and the factors in relation to their Chi-square, the age of gestation has a higher. Conclusion: Reducing this mortality requires strengthening the capacities of midwives /midwives in the care of pregnant women from conception to delivery and in the postpartum period , providing maternity wards with all the assets for good operationalization in the farthest corners of the city center , raising awareness among pregnant women of the importance of attending the CPN, ensuring good monitoring of the pregnant woman during her pregnancy and during childbirth, and for women to be always accompanied by their husbands during the CPN in order to help them internalize certain notions.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 17, 2024
Avatars as Digital Identity: A Case Study of Avatar in Facial Recognition Technology & eKYC by IndoAI
Vivek Gujar
Page no 165-172 |
DOI: 10.36348/sjet.2024.v09i03.007
In today’s digital era, avatars have metamorphosized their conventional role, emerging as important tools for safeguarding digital identities in response to the prevalence of facial recognition technology. This article-case study explores the expanding importance of avatars, not only as representations of identity but as protective shields in the digital space. Avatars, once confined to gaming and virtual worlds, now play a crucial role in digital identity formation across various fields. The case study on avatar generation in facial recognition technology with eKYC highlights sophisticated security measures, and fusion of facial recognition, eKYC, artrimetrics and avatar authentication signals a new era where avatars play a pivotal role in retail industry. This study anticipates the growing integration of avatars into our social existence, offering innovative solutions for identity management and security in the digital realm.
SUBJECT CATEGORY: HUMAN ANATOMY | March 17, 2024
Prevalence of Morton’s Toe Amongst People of the Kalabari Tribe, Rivers State, Nigeria
John Nwolim Paul, Iboro Efiong Edet, Lucky Iminabo Briggs, Chioma Akunnaya Ohanenye, Anelechi Kenneth Madume, Exploit Ezinne Chukwuka, Idawarifa Frank Cookey-Gam, Victor Chikeobi Osi, Ihua Confidence Waribo, Hope Kelechi Okechukwu, Gloria Stanley Acra Jones, Rosemary Ezekiel
Page no 90-94 |
DOI: 10.36348/sb.2024.v10i03.005
Background: Anatomical variations have been genetically linked and the phenomenon Morton's toe is no exception. Its prevalence has been a notable phenomenon in the medical field. This study investigated the prevalence of Morton's toe amongst the Kalabari tribe of Rivers State, Nigeria. Materials & Methods: A total of 446 participants were sampled for this study. Results & Discussions: The observed longer second toe pattern was described as present (both feet, right foot or left foot), while a shorter second toe was described as absent. Morton’s toe was more prevalent (65.9%) in the studied population than absent (34.1%); with males (34.7%) having slightly higher proportion of Morton's toe than females (31.2%), a little difference of 3.5% which was not so significant. The pattern of inheritance of Morton’s toe was without sex predisposition, with larger population exhibiting Morton’s toe. The male participants had a present to absent ratio of 3:1 indicating that for every three males who had Morton’s toe, one male around did not. The female participants had a present to absent ratio of 2:1 indicating that for every two females who had Morton’s toe, one female around did not have it. Conclusion: In the general population, the ratio for present to absent is 2:1, implying that for every two persons with Morton’s toe in the population, there is one person who does not have it. The study also observed bilateral symmetry (i.e., some individuals presented with Morton’s toe on both feet), while others had it on either the left or right foot.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 17, 2024
Daily Experience of Residents of the Masanga-Mbila District on Self-Medication at Home, in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Angel Andjelani Ngongo, Augustin Kadiata Bukasa, Didier Mangbala Ekibe, Pascal Atuba MAmenepi, Yves Mokili Sambwa, Jolie Kanjinga Kena, Jacques Lofandjola Masumbuku, Félicien Tshimungu Kandolo
Page no 73-79 |
DOI: 10.36348/sjnhc.2024.v07i03.005
Introduction: The delivery of medication is an act emanating from health professionals who have this task in their responsibilities and more particularly the pharmacist. The aim of this study is to understand the way in which the population of the Masanga-Mbila district experiences the phenomenon of self-medication on a daily basis. Methods: It is a descriptive study falling within qualitative research of the phenomenological type. She is carried out among the population of the Masanga district Mbila, commune of Mont- Ngafula, city of Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is an environment where observations have been made on this frequent practice of self-medication. The target population was made up of household managers within the population of the Masanga-Mbila district. The phenomenological survey method and the structured interview technique made it possible to collect information concerning the population's experience of self-medication. Results: After analysis thematic, we arrived at the results following: The Experience in the practice of self-medication was focused on three points: Self-medication is seen as a first resort before going to the hospital. Respondents put forward two reasons for their recourse to self-medication, the lack of financial means and the fact of having knowledge about medications and their use. In their experience, the respondents revealed in their receipt some consequences linked to the practice of self-medication, in particular rebellion and worsening of the illness. In the recommendations that they have formulated towards the community user, they wish that these latest can resort to self- medication only to relieve small sufferings and then always be to consult; and towards sellers of medicines, to avoid delivering medicines without a prescription medical. Conclusion: to contribute to the reduction of this practical, it falls under the Ministry of Public Health to strengthen pharmaceutical inspection and establish a system permanent control to ensure rational sale of products in our country; require pharmacies to only deliver medicines on medical prescription; s raise awareness among the population about the abuse of self-medication.
ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE | March 15, 2024
Perception of Adolescent Girls Living with HIV/AIDS Regarding Their Illness in the City of Lukala in Kongo Central in the Democratic Republic of Congo
Nzolani Mpangi Henriette, Ngoy Eyasu, Désiré Nsobani Lukelo, Augustin Kadiata Bukasa, Dominique Tuka-Mbiasi
Page no 69-72 |
DOI: 10.36348/sjnhc.2024.v07i03.004
Introduction: Despite the clear progress in the fight against HIV, the challenges to be overcome remain significant and vital. This is the negative opinion that the population has towards HIV-positive people. This perception of HIV leads, among patients, to a feeling of rejection, discrimination, marginalization and stigmatization. The aim of this study is to explore the perception of people living with HIV AIDS (PLHIV) in the city of Lukala DRC regarding their illness. Method: This is a cross-sectional study, by interview conducted with adolescent girls living with HIV/AIDS, during the year 2022 in the city of Lukala. Results: The results revealed that 83% of adolescent girls reached the age of maturity. Among them, 66% are married and multiparous, 83% have a low level of education and do self-employed work. All respondents have heard of AIDS and admit to being affected. Everyone is afraid of death. As for the cause of the disease, 66% of cases believe in bad luck. However, they continue to do their usual work. 50% of respondents are stigmatized or rejected by the family. They find their life dark. 66.7% of cases take no protective measures. Among married people, 80% say they lead a normal married life. Conclusion: Adolescent girls living with HIV/AIDS are a reality in the city of Lukala. However, preventive measures and therapeutic monitoring are not well applied but their lives continue normally. Ignorance and poor education favor the transmission of HIV.
REVIEW ARTICLE | March 15, 2024
Management of Ellis Class IX Fracture in Primary Dentition: Review with a Case Report
Dr. Rohan Shrivastava, Dr. Sonal Gupta, Dr. Riya Ojha, Dr. Utkarsh Singh
Page no 49-56 |
DOI: 10.36348/sjodr.2024.v09i03.002
Introduction: Ellis Class IX type of luxation injuries are frequently observed in the primary dentition. The pulp and periodontium are damaged as a result of intrusion, which forces the tooth to go more deeper into the tooth socket. The care of these injuries is difficult due to the chances of harming the permanent tooth germ. It is crucial to conduct a thorough clinical and radiographic assessment and to follow up often. A case of Ellis Class IX fracture i.e., Intrusive Luxation of Incisors of a 3 years old child was reported. Intrusion was grade III Hence, teeth underwent extraction and anterior esthetic fixed space maintainer was placed with a pontic natural tooth offers a replacement of a main anterior tooth, which is important for speech development, appearance, and self-esteem.