189 articles for “Control Factors”

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAnti-β2 Glycoprotein-I Antibody in Acute Myocardial InfarctionMohammad Shojaei, Abdolreza Sotoodeh Jahromi, Hamideh Ebadat et al.Problem statement: Ischemic cardiac manifestations have been reported in a various percentage of patients with anti-phospholipid antibodies. Data concerning the relation between anti- Phospholipid (aPL) antibodies and myocardial infarction in subjects without evidence of overt autoimmune disease are conflicting. Anti-beta2 glycoprotein-I (anti-beta2-GPI) antibody is detected in various diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus and anti-phospholipid antibody syndrome. The study … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 8, Issue 8 · 18 Jul 2011 · 7,055 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEnhancing Sistem Komunikasi Markas (Siskomma) in IS/IT Architecture Planning to Face Modern Warfare: A TOGAF Based Approach for National Defense Data Integration in the Indonesian ArmyYosua Dwimaryanto Budi Prawiro, Nilo LegowoIn the era of modern warfare, effective Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) architecture planning are essential for the Indonesian Army to maintain a competitive edge. This paper presents a comprehensive approach to IS/IT architecture planning, focusing on integrating national defense data within the Indonesian Army organization. Utilizing the TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) approach, the research aligns … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 21, Issue 8 · 24 Nov 2025 · 1,834 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractA Data-Sharing Model to Secure Borders Using an Artificial-Intelligence-Based Risk Engine and Big-Data ConceptsMohammad S. Al Rousan, Benedetto IntrigilaThe primary aim of this research is to develop a framework for data management and sharing that will enable countries to share complex data about known and unknown high-risk passengers to streamline border-control security processes through the use of big data analytics and Artificial Intelligence (AI). A total of 15 semi-structured interviews were used to gather qualitative data. A thematic … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 19, Issue 1 · 2 May 2022 · 6,942 accessesView PDF Cite

EditorialOpen accessIn the abstractChasing the Fat Demon: Fat Chance, Buddy?David L. Katz, Joachim Storsberg, Christian SchmidtScience is an interesting profession. At times, one could get caught up in his or her own world of thoughts, perception, far away from reality, sometimes referred to as the proverbial ivory tower (Lederberg, 1972). Science for the sake of science is, per se, not without merit, with our fragmented understanding of a given issue providing ample justification for experimentation … …American Journal of Immunology, Vol. 13, Issue 2 · 29 May 2017 · 8,137 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractPathologies of Acute Interstitial Pneumonia in Feedlot CattleJose A. Valles, Michael D. Apley, Chris D. Reinhardt et al.Acute Interstitial Pneumonia (AIP) is a costly issue that affects feedlot cattle. Research has yet to elucidate the etiology of AIP; therefore a case-control study was conducted to evaluate possible management and physiological factors that contribute to AIP in feedlot cattle. The experiment was conducted during the summer of 2011 in a commercial feedyard in Kansas. Animals exhibiting clinical signs … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 11, Issue 1 · 30 Mar 2016 · 7,900 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractTreatment Adherence among Diabetes Mellitus Type II Patients at Ambulatory Clinics in the Western Region of Saudi Arabia: Descriptive Correlational StudyLouise de Villiers, Jehad O. HalabiDiabetes mellitus is a common problem in Saudi Arabia. Adherence to the pharmacological and lifestyle interventions regimens is essential for weight and glycaemic control, as well as prevention of co-morbidities. This study described the levels of treatment adherence among diabetes mellitus type II patients, explored the factors which influenced adherence and identified predictors of adherence. It was conducted in five … …International Journal of Research in Nursing, Vol. 6, Issue 2 · 1 Nov 2015 · 6,969 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractImmunity to Diphtheria in Haemodialysis PatientsAbdolreza Sotoodeh Jahromi, Mortaza Pourahmd, Sara Azhdari et al.Problem statement: The incidence of infectious diseases is increased in patients with chronic renal failure. Chronic renal failure severely influences the immune functions of the host. Diphtheria is of great epidemiological concern. Although mainly observed during childhood, unvaccinated adults and relatively immunocompromised patients are at increased risk for acquiring diphtheria. Approach: To evaluate the anti-Diphtheria immunity level in southern Iranian … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 7, Issue 1 · 27 Jun 2011 · 8,097 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEvaluation of Metarhizium anisopliae var. anisopliae (Deuteromycotina: Hyphomycete) Isolates and their Effects on Subterranean Termite Coptotermes curvignathus (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae)Pik-Kheng Hoe, Choon-Fah J. Bong, Kadir Jugah, Amartalingam RajanProblem statement: Coptotermes curvignathus (Isoptera: Rhinotermitidae) is a common termite pest found in oil palm plantation planted on peat. Currently, the control methods focus on using insecticides that lead to high cost and adverse effect to the environment. Approach: Biological control like the use of entomopathogens provides an alternative control method for termite infestation problem. However, several factors need to … …American Journal of Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Vol. 4, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2009 · 10,547 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractUrinary Tract Infection-A Survey of Local PopulationShaon Ray Chaudhuri, Ashoke Ranjan Thakur, Poulomi Nandy, Santanu SamantaUrinary Tract Infection, commonly known as UTI, affects as many as 50% women at least once during their lifetime. All individuals are susceptible to Urinary Tract Infection (UTI); however the prevalence of infection differs with age, sex and certain predisposing factors. With the above background in mind we conducted a survey of the local population (women of 3 age groups) … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 4, Issue 2 · 30 Jun 2008 · 7,785 accessesView PDF Cite

Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSpikelets Fertility and Quality of Local Upland Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Seeds Due to High Temperature at Various StagesRisky Ridha, Ellis Nihayati et al.Stress from high temperatures is one of the factors that restrict rice plant growth and development. Rice generative stage sensitivity to high temperatures is well established, but its vegetative stage sensitivity is more uncertain. To identify high-temperature tolerance traits in the vegetative and generative stages, four local upland rice genotypes were tested under high-temperature stress treatment (32-36°C) during the vegetative … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 24, Issue 4 · 22 Jul 2024 · 5,018 accessesView PDF Cite