Publications by authors named "A Zubair"
Anaesthesia is integral to a wide range of clinical procedures; however, there is a global challenge in the anaesthesia workforce due to several contributing factors. This study seeks to assess the knowledge and perceptions of medical students regarding anaesthesia as a specialty. Understanding these perspectives is essential to addressing the global shortage of anaesthesia professionals.
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- - The study focuses on the development of high-quality nanoscale wideband polarizers using aluminum (Al) dimer nanostructures, which have shown superior performance compared to traditional wire-grid designs, especially in the near-infrared (NIR) and terahertz (THz) ranges.
- - A novel nanoparticle polarizer design features semi-immersed Al nano-dimers on a calcium fluoride (CaF) substrate, achieving an impressive extinction ratio exceeding 55 dB across a 0.2 to 9 THz range, with peak values of 60 dB in the THz region.
- - The research evaluates key performance parameters including insertion loss (about 1 dB) and overall
Implementation of a nurse-led paediatric epistaxis clinic at a tertiary hospital.
Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol
December 2024
Introduction: Referrals for recurrent epistaxis constitute a significant proportion of paediatric ENT consultations. In order to improve access to secondary care, a nurse-led paediatric epistaxis clinic (NPEC) was developed in collaboration with ENT specialist nurses. The purpose of this study was to describe the structure of NPEC at our institution and to assess the impact including safety, parental satisfaction and referral-to-clinic times.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFDeveloping thermoelectric films without substrates-free-standing films-eliminates substrate-induced effects on performance and meets the flexibility requirements of emerging wearable thermoelectric applications. This study investigates Gallium-doped Zinc Oxide (GZO), composed of abundant and non-toxic elements, to fabricate a substrate-free GZO film via 3D printing and compares its structural, chemical, and thermoelectric properties with those of a substrate-constrained GZO film produced through chemical deposition. Both films exhibited uniform crystal structures and phase purity; however, the substrate-constrained film displayed additional diffraction peaks, suggesting potential substrate interactions.
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- - This study examined how the fermentation time of white lima beans affects their nutritional quality, revealing that longer fermentation increases protein and mineral content while decreasing fiber and fat levels.
- - Optimal nutrient increases were found at 24 hours of fermentation, showing significant boosts in β-carotene, and vitamins B2 and B3, while antinutritional factors like phytate and tannins decreased.
- - The research highlights that fermentation improves digestibility and functional properties of lima beans, making them more appealing for nutrition enhancement and food product development, particularly in rural communities.