Sheena Danne M. Arguelles, Collene L. Fernandez, Aira Marie M. Ledres, Johanna O. Pendon, Shienila C. Penuela & Alissa Mae L. Vila·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2026
Background: Overseas employment can appeal to licensed midwives for personal, professional and financial reasons. This study examined the factors associated with overseas career motivation among licensed midwives in Iloilo City. Methods: A quantitative descriptive-correlational d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2026/v9i1232
Igbagboyemi Adesola Deniran, Tobi Israel Akinremi, Ibukunoluwa Tubi-Nwangwu, Damilola Omolara Akinyoola, Gbemisola Oyebisi Akintoye, Moyosore Precious Ogundipe & Akanbi Abisola Suliyat·Asian Journal of Medicine and Health·2026
Background: Adequate folic acid intake before and during pregnancy is important for maternal and foetal health. However, nutritional knowledge may not consistently translate into adherence to supplementation. This study assessed nutritional knowledge and adherence to folic acid i...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i111459
Petroleum stations, also known as filling stations or gas stations, primarily distribute diesel fuel and gasoline to motor vehicles while simultaneously releasing gases and vapours that contribute to various forms of environmental pollution. This study investigated sex-based vari...
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Research Article10.9734/ibrr/2026/v17i4408
Morphine affects nociceptive responses and motor behaviour in rodents, complicating interpretation of drug interactions. Limonene, a citrus-derived monoterpene, has been reported to exhibit biological activities, but its effects when administered before morphine remain uncertain....
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Research Article10.9734/jamps/2026/v28i11904
Background: Spontaneous lingual haematoma is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening form of anticoagulant-associated bleeding because progressive tongue swelling may obstruct the upper airway. This report describes the presentation, assessment, treatment and short-term outc...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2026/v15i4569
High-degree atrioventricular block (HD-AVB) is an uncommon but potentially life-threatening complication of acute coronary syndrome (ACS). Its occurrence is associated with increased haemodynamic instability and mortality. This study aimed to assess the incidence, clinical charac...
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Research Article10.9734/ca/2026/v15i4570
Pentadesma butyracea is a vulnerable multipurpose tree whose propagation by seed is limited by poor and heterogeneous germination. This study evaluated the effects of seed source, temperature, seed coat removal, gibberellic acid (GA₃) and substrate on germination and early seedli...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i6920
This study evaluated the growth promoting performance of bacterial consortium and monoculture-based bioformulations on Zea mays under water deficit agro-condition. Rhizobacteria with plant growth promoting (PGP) traits [indole-3-acetic acid (IAA) production and/or phosphate solub...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2026/v12i4339
Background: Extremophilic microorganisms exhibit distinctive physiological and biochemical adaptations that enable them to withstand and thrive under severe environmental conditions. Consequently, these microorganisms constitute promising sources of bioactive compounds with poten...
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Research Article10.9734/arrb/2026/v41i112491
Background: The increasing prevalence of overweight is a major health concern because of its links to heart disease and metabolic disorders. There is growing interest in identifying non-pharmacological interventions for weight control. Aim: This study aimed to explore the impact...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2026/v27i11790
Artificial intelligence (AI) and CRISPR-based genome editing offer complementary approaches to investigating genetic variation and developing targeted interventions in precision medicine. This narrative review examines the principles underlying AI-assisted genomic analysis and pr...
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Research Article10.9734/jocamr/2026/v27i11791
Public participation is an important component of devolved governance in Kenya, yet its effectiveness may be constrained when stakeholders lack adequate knowledge, information, skills, resources, and opportunities to influence decision-making. This study examined how empowerment...
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Research Article10.9734/arjass/2026/v24i11971
Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) is a widely used medicinal spice whose marketed powder may show quality variation and be susceptible to adulteration. This study comparatively evaluated one locally procured turmeric powder sample (L1) and three branded samples (B1–B3) through organole...
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Research Article10.9734/ajacr/2026/v17i4430
This study evaluated and compared the antibiotic resistance profile and antibiotic resistance genes in multi-antibiotic-resistant bacterial species isolated/recovered from pesticide-treated and untreated agro-soils. The soil samples were obtained from a pesticide-treated and untr...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2026/v15i5494
Household participation remains the weakest link in municipal solid waste management (SWM) systems across Rwanda's secondary cities, where infrastructure gaps and affordability constraints undermine otherwise progressive national policy. This study assessed the socio-economic fac...
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Research Article10.9734/ajgr/2026/v9i4492