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Pentalogy of Cantrell (POC) is an extremely rare and complex congenital anomaly characterized by combination of malformations involving the heart, pericardium, diaphragm, sternum, and ventral abdominal wall(1,4). It is estimated to occur in approximately 5.5 per million births with a male to female ratio of 2:1(2,3). It was first reported by James R Cantrell in 1958. The exact cause of POC remains unclear, and most cases reported in literature have occurred sporadically.

Background: Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide, with breast cancer being the most prevalent type of cancer among women. It occurs when abnormal cells in the breast grow uncontrollably. Anxiety and depression are common psychological responses among breast cancer patients, which can significantly impact their quality of life (QoL). This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of anxiety in breast cancer patients and explore the effectiveness of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) therapy in alleviating anxiety and improving QoL.

The Indian Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector is on the brink of a technological revolution, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role in transforming every facet of the industry. From the breakfast cereal on your kitchen shelf to the online advertisements you see, AI is reshaping how the FMCG sector functions, evolves, and stays competitive in a fast-changing market. Although AI adoption in India’s FMCG industry is still in its early stages, widespread integration is inevitable.

Ayurveda, an ancient traditional life and medical science, is a significant part of Indian heritage. It is considered a sacred science that benefits humans not only in this life but also beyond. Ayurveda proposes various theories to maintain individual health, such as Dinacharya, Ritucharya, and Ratricharya. According to Ayurvedic literature, the year is divided into Uttarayana and Dakshinayana, with each Ayana further divided into three Ritu. The Indian calendar recognizes six seasons, resulting in six seasonal junctions.

The present paper deals with the distribution of some Basidiomycetes fungi in Miyawaki plantation of Saurashtra University campus situated in Rajkot of Gujarat. This studies mainly deals with the observation, collection, identification and preservation of 24 different Basidiomycetes fungi found distributed in the study area. The studied 24 fungi belong to 13 different families with 17 genera from these 21 species have been identified and 3 species are unidentified. 

Background: Insomnia is a widespread sleep disorder where individuals experience difficulty in initiating sleep, maintaining it, or achieving restful sleep, even when the environment is conducive. This condition can significantly disrupt personal, social, and occupational well-being. It may present as short-term, temporary, or chronic, and is frequently associated with other health issues such as anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disorders, and persistent pain.

Introduction:  Staphylococcus aureus is the most common virulent pathogen and MRSA is a major cause of Hospital and Community acquired infections.Macrolide-Lincosamide-StreptograminB (MLSB) group of antibiotics especially Clindamycin is the next preferred agent to treat MRSA infections due to emergence of vancomycin resistant strains, however resistance to these antibiotics is of major concern. The Objective of the study is to Detect and Characterize MLSB   resistance phenotypes among MRSA isolates.

The present study aims to explore the utilization of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in secondary schools within Prakasam district. A comprehensive review of both Indian and international literature was undertaken to provide a strong theoretical foundation. The study adopted a descriptive survey method to gather relevant data. A total of 100 students from various secondary schools in Prakasam district constituted the sample. To ensure representativeness, the stratified random sampling technique was employed.

The search for new antimicrobial agents has accelerated due to the rise in antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections, and green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have emerged as a viable substitute. The stem extract of Rotheca serrata (L.) Steane & Mabb., a medicinal plant recognized for its bioactive phytoconstituents, was used in this study to create silver nanoparticles. AgNP production was verified by UV-Vis spectroscopy, which revealed a distinctive surface plasmon resonance peak at about 400 nm.

Vermicomposting is an eco-friendly solution to the worldwide impacting problem of solid waste management. The present study involves the assessment of use of vegetable waste and corrugated cardboard waste as raw material and their evaluation in the growth of Catharanthus roseus and Tagetes erecta plants. Several variables including moisture content, pH, dry weight, calcium, magnesium and phosphates were assessed at regular intervals to get information about the nutrient qualities. The results showed an increases in the moisture content over the time due to active performance of earthworms.