Publications by authors named "Md Hoque"

Despite the significant growth in Sonali chicken production across Bangladesh, inadequate disease surveillance and control measures along with indiscriminate antimicrobial use remain major challenges to the sector. In this study, we evaluated the disease burden and antimicrobial prescription patterns of Sonali chickens in Bangladesh using a web-based data recording system from 2020 to 2021 and analyzed 1690 cases. The diagnoses recorded in the system were presumptive, as they were based on clinico-epidemiological history, clinical signs, and gross necropsy findings noted by registered veterinarians.

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This study explores the interactions between pepsin and sodium dodecyl sulfate (SDS) using conductometric analysis and molecular docking to deepen our understanding of the role of pepsin. Conductometric studies were conducted to examine the micellization behavior of SDS with pepsin in aqueous solutions of various sodium electrolytes (NaBr, Na₂SO₄, Na₃PO₄, and CH₃COONa) at temperatures ranging from 300.55 K to 320.

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Evaluating fish habitat suitability (FHS) is of utmost importance in the present times, as rising pollution and ecological stress have led to the deterioration of their habitat and population. The present study has evaluated ecological water quality using the comprehensive pollution index (CPI), eutrophication index (EI), and organic pollution index (OPI). Fish community structure has been assessed based on tropic level score (TLC) and habitat orientation score (HOS).

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Objectives: Nearly 80 % of severe neonatal hyperbilirubinemia cases are identified too late for medical treatment in lower-middle-income countries. Parents' understanding of neonatal jaundice is crucial for early detection and effective treatment. This study evaluated the effectiveness of prenatal sensitization in improving maternal knowledge and attitude toward neonatal hyperbilirubinemia management in Bangladesh.

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This study investigates the use of various industrial waste materials-silica fume (SF), cement kiln dust (CKD), calcium carbide residue (CCR), rice husk ash (RHA), and ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBS)-as eco-friendly stabilizers for expansive clay soil (ECS). Laboratory tests were conducted to assess the impact of different proportions (3 %, 6 %, and 9 %) of these additives on the soil's physical, mechanical, and microstructural properties. Results indicated that the inclusion of industrial waste significantly improved the soil's behavior, with notable reductions in liquid limit (up to 37.

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The disruption of health service delivery during public health emergencies, like Ebola and COVID-19, due to hesitancy among healthcare workers (HCWs) is well-documented. While previous studies have identified motivating factors for HCWs, accommodating all is often unfeasible due to resource limitations. Thus, identifying precise preferences is crucial from a policy standpoint.

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The discovery of ferroelectricity in hafnia based thin films has catalyzed significant research focused on understanding the ferroelectric property origins and means to increase stability of the ferroelectric phase. Prior studies have revealed that biaxial tensile stress via an electrode "capping effect" is a suspected ferroelectric phase stabilization mechanism. This effect is commonly reported to stem from a coefficient of thermal expansion (CTE) incongruency between the hafnia and top electrode.

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Unlabelled: Difficulties exist in obtaining full-length, correctly folded, and soluble papain or papain-like proteases that necessitate the exploration of alternative strategies. This study describes the development of an strain capable of producing soluble papain without the need for complex and time-consuming refolding steps. To enhance the production of soluble papain, engineered T7 promoters and a recombinant papain translationally fused with varying tags were constructed.

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This article provides a dataset for line × tester analysis in the F1 generation of summer tomatoes using open-source R statistical software and the 'agricolae' package. The dataset includes seven inbred lines as female parents (L) and two testers as male parents (T) with diverse genetic bases and heat tolerance qualities. Fourteen cross combinations were produced through L × T (7 × 2) mating design, involving hybridization between lines () and testers () in a one-to-one fashion.

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Despite professional skills being part of the Day One Competences published by national as well as international accreditation bodies, veterinary schools in Bangladesh have limited associated teaching within their curricula. Therefore, our study aimed to identify the most important professional skills for veterinarians in Bangladesh through local consultation to inform future initiatives to change the curriculum. Eleven focus groups were conducted with 45 stakeholders who included veterinarians who supervise students on workplacements, faculty, recent graduates, final year students, and clients.

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Despite extensive efforts to develop γ-lactamization reactions for pyrrolidinone synthesis using either cyclometallation, C-H insertion, or radical C-H abstraction strategies, γ-lactamization reactions of aliphatic amides using practical catalysts and common protecting groups remain extremely rare. Herein we report copper-catalyzed γ-C(sp)-H lactamization and iminolactonization of tosyl-protected aliphatic amides using inexpensive Selectfluor as the sole oxidant. A switchable selectivity of γ-lactams or γ-iminolactones can be obtained by using two different sets of reaction conditions.

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  • The study examines how thermal conductivity in metallic nanostructures changes as their size approaches the mean free path of electrons, revealing decreased conductivity due to increased scattering.
  • Matthiessen's rule, used for assessing electron scattering rates, was experimentally validated as it applies to thin copper films of varying thicknesses and structures.
  • The research finds that while the electron-phonon coupling factor is consistent regardless of thickness, electronic scattering rates rise as film thickness decreases, providing insights for improving thermal management in future electronics.
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Semiconductor photocatalysis with commercial TiO (Degussa P25) has shown significant potential in water treatment of organic pollutants. However, the photoinduced reactions of adsorbed catechol, a phenolic air pollutant from biomass burning and combustion emissions, at the air-solid interface of TiO remain unexplored. Herein we examine the photocatalytic decay of catechol in the presence of water vapor, which acts as an electron acceptor.

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  • A Schiff base-based multi-cation/anion probe (L) was created and characterized through various scientific techniques, enabling specific detection of cations and anions.
  • A notable color change occurred in the probe solution from pale yellow to various shades upon the addition of different metal ions and anions, signaling the formation of complexes.
  • The probe also showed fluorescence, particularly enhanced in basic conditions, allowing for the detection of specific ions with enhanced performance, suggesting potential for practical sensor applications.
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To better understand the molecular interactions between cetyltrimethylammonium chloride (CTAC) and bovine serum albumin (BSA), we report the alteration of the physicochemical characteristics of CTAC in aqueous BSA solutions in the presence of different alcohols. The analyses were performed using the conductivity method at temperatures ranging from 298.15 to 323.

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The study aimed to assess and characterize microplastics (MPs) in muscles, guts, and gills of six commercially important marine fish from the Bay of Bengal. FTIR was utilized to identify MP's polymer compositions. A total 7085 MPs identified, where tuna exhibited the highest count and Bombay duck had the lowest.

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Rose (Rosa sp.) is one of the most important ornamentals which is commercialize for its aesthetic values, essential oils, cosmetic, perfume, pharmaceuticals and food industries in the world. It has wide range of variations that is mostly distinguished by petal color differences which is interlinked with the phytochemicals, secondary metabolites and antinutrient properties.

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Antimicrobial resistance has emerged as a significant health problem worldwide, including in Bangladesh, where chickens are an important protein source for human nutrition. One of the factors accelerating the development of antimicrobial resistance is the inappropriate use of antimicrobials on commercial chicken farms. A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2019 on 140 commercial chicken farms in the Chattogram district of Bangladesh to investigate the association between antimicrobial use and resistance in and spp.

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  • Bovine serum albumin (BSA) is a useful substance in tissue engineering and pharmaceutical research, derived from cattle blood.
  • This study investigated how different polyols affect the phase separation of a mixture of Triton X-100 (TX-100) and BSA, finding that polyols significantly lower the cloud point (CP) of the mixture, with solubility varying based on the type of polyol used.
  • Results indicated that electrostatic forces are dominant at lower concentrations of polyols, while higher concentrations shift interactions to hydrophobic forces; molecular docking confirmed hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions between TX-100 and BSA.
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Objective: Breast cancer is one of the leading cancer causes among women worldwide. It can be classified as invasive ductal carcinoma (IDC) or metastatic cancer. Early detection of breast cancer is challenging due to the lack of early warning signs.

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  • Water pollution is a big problem for the Jalangi River, affecting both nature and people's use of the river for irrigation.
  • Scientists collected water samples from the river to check if it’s good for farming, and found that most of it is suitable but there are some risks due to high alkalinity.
  • The study also showed that human activities like farming on the riverbank and dumping dirty water are harming the river, so everyone needs to work together to fix it.
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  • The study investigated the presence of trace metals in groundwater in Chattogram City, Bangladesh, focusing on health risks associated with their levels, especially given the city's industrial and coastal nature.
  • Out of the metals analyzed, only iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), and cadmium (Cd) exceeded Bangladesh's drinking water standards, with higher concentrations found in shallower wells, while chromium (Cr), copper (Cu), and zinc (Zn) remained consistent across depths.
  • The findings indicated significant pollution levels in a percentage of water samples, with cadmium posing a particular health risk through ingestion, especially for children, highlighting the need for increased awareness and preventive measures.
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The prevalence of avian influenza viruses is commonly found to increase dramatically as birds are transported from farms to live bird markets. Viral transmission dynamics along marketing chains are, however, poorly understood. To address this gap, we implemented a controlled field experiment altering chicken supply to a live bird market in Chattogram, Bangladesh.

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The presence of heavy metal contaminants in fish and shellfish in aquatic environments poses a risk to human health due to trophic transfer. This study determined the levels of various trace elements (Fe, As, Cr, Zn, Cu, Ni, Pb, and Cd) in the muscles, gills, and liver of hilsa (Tenualosa ilisha) and prawn (Macrobrachium rosenbergii) samples obtained from the Tetulia River, Bangladesh. The results showed that the level of trace elements in different body parts differed significantly (P < 0.

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Bangladesh is blessed with an extensive range of solar energy generation possibilities; however, the primary impediment to attaining its full potential in the solar energy industry is the inadequate budget in the energy sector. As a result, determining the most economical and efficient solar module configuration for each specific scenario has become a critical necessity. This study offers a comprehensive techno-economic analysis and environmental impact assessment of four distinct solar modules: monofacial, bifacial, dual-axis solar tracker, and seasonal tilt solar module, in an open area of South Sakucia Union, Bhola district, in the southwest part of Bangladesh.

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