How Investors Attitudes Shape Stock Market Participation in the Presence of Financial Self-Efficacy.

The purpose of this study is to investigate how investor's money attitudes shape their stock market participation (SMP) decisions. This study followed the theory of planned behavior (TPB), and a survey was conducted to collect the responses from active investors. Structural equation modeling (SEM) was used for the analysis of proposed relationships among the constructs, and a confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was conducted to check the interrelation of the variables and validity of the constructs.

Remote Ischemic Post-Conditioning Therapy is Protective in Mouse Model of Traumatic Optic Neuropathy.

Traumatic optic neuropathy (TON) is characterized by visual dysfunction after indirect or direct injury to the optic nerve following blunt head trauma. TON is associated with increased oxidative stress and inflammation resulting in retinal ganglion cell (RGC) death. Remote ischemic post-conditioning (RIC) has been shown to enhance endogenous protective mechanisms in diverse disease models including stroke, vascular cognitive impairment (VCI), retinal injury and optic nerve injury.

A Case of False-Positive HIV Test in a Patient With Newly Diagnosed Hodgkin Lymphoma and Literature Review.

Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) is one of the non-acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS)-defining cancers (NADCs). HIV testing has become a part of routine testing in HL because of commonly anticipated association. Here we report an unusual case where the need for HIV screening in a newly diagnosed case of HL raised an ethical dilemma and a medical challenge due to false-positive HIV test results.

Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL): A Cross-Sectional Community Based Survey on Knowledge, Attitude and Practices in a Highly Endemic Area of Waziristan (KPK Province), Pakistan.

Recent outbreaks of Cutaneous Leishmaniasis (CL) in Waziristan make the disease a public health concern in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) province, Pakistan. The awareness and behavior of local community towards the disease is an important factor towards effective control and management of CL in endemic areas of Pakistan. A cross-sectional community based survey was piloted in new emerging district of North Waziristan Agency (KPK province), Pakistan from August 2019- February 2020.

Role of HbA1c in diagnosis of gestational diabetes mellitus.

Objective: To evaluate glycated haemoglobin as a biomarker for diagnosing gestational diabetes mellitus while keeping the oral glucose tolerance test as the gold standard.

Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted from Januray, 2016, to January, 2018, at PNS Hafeez Hospital, Islamabad, Pakistan and comprised of pregnant subjects who were first subjected to 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test along with the first evaluation of glycated haemoglobin. Clinical evaluation, including history and measurements of anthropometric indices and blood pressure, were also done.

Appraisal of chromium in chicken reared on maize irrigated with sewage water.

In the present study, the outcome of sewage, canal, and ground water on the chromium (Cr) concentration in corn and ultimately in chicken body parts was reported. To evaluate Cr level, atomic absorption spectrophotometer (Flame Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer AA 6300, Shimadzu Japan) was used. The highest level of Cr in grains (0.

All-Cause Mortality Outcomes of Usage of Cardiac Contractility Modulation in Patients With Dilated Cardiomyopathy Ineligible for Cardiac Re-Synchronization Therapy: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Introduction Dilated cardiomyopathy has been associated with remarkably high mortality despite guideline-directed therapy. This study compares the all-cause mortality rate between a cardiac contractility modulation group and a standard therapy group in patients with dilated cardiomyopathy who were monitored via follow-up for 12 weeks or more. Materials and methods We conducted a systematic search of Medline (PubMed) and Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials for abstracts and fully published studies (from inception to October 2018).

Chromosomal Breakage in Fanconi Anemia and Consanguineous Marriages: A Social Dilemma for Developing Countries.

Introduction A clear picture of the prevalence of Fanconi anemia is not known due to limited studies and research of the subject. This study will detect the frequency of positive chromosomal breakage in pediatric aplastic patients and provide the evidence-based guidelines which help in consideration of appropriate treatment and awareness to the society. Methods A total of 104 aplastic anemia patients were recruited of age <18 years whose samples were tested for chromosomal breakage with mitomycin C (MMC).

Biosynthesis and characterization of silver nanoparticles using Ochradenus arabicus and their physiological effect on Maerua oblongifolia raised in vitro.

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) are presently the most commonly generated engineered nanomaterials and are found in a wide range of agro-commercial products. The present study was designed to synthesize AgNPs biologically using Ochradenus arabicus leaves and investigate their effect on the morphophysiological properties of Maerua oblongifolia raised in vitro. Physicochemical methods (ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, and transmission electron microscopy were performed for characterization and for obtaining microphotographs of the AgNPs.

Neurocognitive Outcomes in a Cisternal Blood Injection Murine Model of Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.

Background: Subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) results in neurocognitive dysfunction and anxiety in humans and in animal models. Neurobehavioral tests such as the Morris Water Maze (MWM) and Elevated Plus Maze (EPM) tests are validated in several models of SAH but have not been tested in the murine cisternal blood injection SAH model.

Methods: Adult C57BL/6 mice (n=16) were randomized into two groups.

Oral Erythromycin Improves the Quality of Endoscopy in Upper Gastrointestinal Bleeding Patients.

Background Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is a life-threatening emergency. Endoscopy is the therapeutic and diagnostic procedure of choice after initial stabilization of the patient. But the presence of retained blood, blood products, and other residual material in the stomach is a big challenge for endoscopists during urgent endoscopy after acute upper gastrointestinal bleeding.

The association of D-dimers with mortality, intensive care unit admission or acute respiratory distress syndrome in patients hospitalized with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19): A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Aim: To determine if D-dimers are elevated in individuals with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection who have adverse clinical outcomes including all-cause mortality, intensive care unit (ICU) admission or acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS).

Methods: We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of the published literature in PubMed, Embase and Cochrane databases through April 9, 2020 for studies evaluating D-dimer levels in SARS-COV-2 infected patients with and without a composite clinical endpoint, defined as the presence of all-cause of mortality, Intensive care unit (ICU) admission or acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). A total of six studies were included in the meta-analysis.

Recent advances in bio-chemical, molecular and physiological aspects of membrane lipid derivatives in plant pathology.

Plant pathogens pose a significant threat to the food industry and food security accounting for 10-40% crop losses annually on a global scale. Economic losses from plant diseases are estimated at $300B for major food crops and are associated with reduced food availability and accessibility and also high food costs. Although strategies exist to reduce the impact of diseases in plants, many of these introduce harmful chemicals to our food chain.

Bone Age Assessment Empowered with Deep Learning: A Survey, Open Research Challenges and Future Directions.

Deep learning is a quite useful and proliferating technique of machine learning. Various applications, such as medical images analysis, medical images processing, text understanding, and speech recognition, have been using deep learning, and it has been providing rather promising results. Both supervised and unsupervised approaches are being used to extract and learn features as well as for the multi-level representation of pattern recognition and classification.

Dataset showing the relationship between terpenes, antioxidants and polyphenols in protecting ester and ether linked glycerophospholipids of grilled beef and moose meat marinated with unfiltered beer from oxidation.

This article presents the associated data set in the research article entitled "Assessing beer-based marinades effects on ether and ester linked phosphatidylcholines and phosphatidylethanolamines in grilled beef and moose meat" published in [1], demonstrating the use of unfiltered beer-based marinades in improving the nutritional quality of grilled ruminant meat by suppressing the degradation of health-promoting ester and ether-linked PC and PE the most predominant glycerophospholipids (GPL) in meat. High throughput lipidomics analysis was conducted using high-resolution accurate mass tandem mass spectrometry (UHPLC-HRAMS/MS-MS) to profile the meat lipids following marination and grilling. The marinades were composed of a combination of unfiltered beers, fruits, herbs and spices.

An atypical presentation of multiple myeloma in a young patient with pathological fracture.

We report a case of a 34-year-old male with a history of pulmonary tuberculosis and pathological fracture of shaft of long bone presented with symptoms of lower respiratory tract infection. The patient did not have any typical symptoms of multiple myeloma or hypercalcemia on presentation. Throughout his hospitalization, his serum globulin level was very high along with mild normocytic normochromic anemia and mild renal function derangement without apparent cause.

Impact of economic capabilities and population agglomeration on PM emission: empirical evidence from sub-Saharan African countries.

The utilization of economic capabilities to raise production in the economy enhances the industrial activities and use of transportation. These activities deteriorate the quality of the environment and raise the level of particulate matter (PM). The objective of this study is to investigate the impact of economic capabilities and population agglomeration on PM emissions for the sample of 23 sub-Saharan African countries-a highly polluted region of the world.

Characterization and Comparative Evaluation of Milk Protein Variants from Pakistani Dairy Breeds.

The aim of study was to scrutinize the physicochemical and protein profile of milk obtained from local Pakistani breeds of milch animals such as Nilli-Ravi buffalo, Sahiwal cow, Kajli sheep, Beetal goat and Brela camel. Physicochemical analysis unveiled maximum number of total solids and protein found in sheep and minimum in camel. Buffalo milk contains the highest level of fat (7.

Bed side teaching: Student's perception and its correlation with academic performance.

Objective: To determine student's perception of bedside clinical teaching and to correlate it with their performance in assessment.

Methods: This cross-sectional study of correlational survey was conducted at Services Institute of Medical Sciences in September 2019, involving students of final professional year who filled a proforma to rate their bedside teaching experience during clinical rotations using rating scale. Mean scores of items were determined with score < 3 reflecting dis-satisfaction.

Carbon Nanotubes Improved the Germination and Vigor of Plant Species from Peatland Ecosystem Via Remodeling the Membrane Lipidome.

Application of the nanopriming technique to alleviate seed dormancy has shown promising results in various agricultural crop species. However, there is a dearth of knowledge regarding its potential use in native peatland boreal forest species to alleviate seed dormancy and improve their propagation or vigor for forest reclamation activities. Herein, we demonstrate the use of nanopriming with carbon nanotubes (CNT) to alleviate seed dormancy, improved seed germination, and seedling vigor in two boreal peatland species.

Seasonal variations in hematological disorders: A 10-year single-center experience.

Aims: To assess the seasonal variations in hematological disorders among patients diagnosed on the basis of bone marrow biopsy, who attended National Institute of Blood Diseases (NIBD) clinics during 2006 to 2015.

Methods: We retrospectively reviewed the 10-year records of hematological disorders among patients' NIBD clinics from year 2006 to 2015. All cases of aplastic anemia (AA), acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), acute myeloid leukemia (AML), immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP), and acute promyelocytic leukemia (APML) were categorized on the basis of the seasons in which they were diagnosed such as winter (December-February), spring (March-May), southwest monsoon periods (June-September), and retreating monsoon period (October and November).

Piperine: A review of its biological effects.

Medicinal plants have been used for years as a source of food, spices, and, in traditional medicine, as a remedy to numerous diseases. Piper nigrum, belonging to the family Piperaceae is one of the most widely used spices all over the world. It has a distinct sharp flavor attributed to the presence of the phytochemical, piperine.

Impact of different omega-3 fatty acid sources on lipid, hormonal, blood glucose, weight gain and histopathological damages profile in PCOS rat model.

Background: Omega-3 fatty acids (Ω-3 PUFAs) may help to improve health status in polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) by reducing numerous metabolic disorders (insulin sensitivity, hyperinsulinemia, lipid profile, obesity and inflammation). To evaluate the current objective, 16 weeks (6 weeks of adjustment period followed by 10 weeks of collection period) research trial was planned to check the impact of different sources of Ω-3 PUFAs (synthetic Ω-3, flaxseed and fish oil) on nutrient digestibility, weight gain, productive (lipid profile, glucose and insulin), reproductive profile (progesterone, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), estrogen, luteinizing hormone (LH) and prolactin) and histological study of ovarian tissues in Wistar female rats.

Methods: Forty-five rats of 130 ± 10 g weight were divided into 5 groups, each having 9 rats: NC (negative control without PCOS), PC (positive control with PCOS), SO (synthetic omega-3 containing ALA, EPA and DHA), FO (flaxseed oil) and F (fish oil) fed at 300 mg/kg/orally/daily of these sources were added in the basal diets while PC and NC received only the basal diet.

Quantum Anomalous Hall Effect in Magnetic Doped Topological Insulators and Ferromagnetic Spin-Gapless Semiconductors-A Perspective Review.

Quantum anomalous Hall effect, with a trademark of dissipationless chiral edge states for electronics/spintronics transport applications, can be realized in materials with large spin-orbit coupling and strong intrinsic magnetization. After Haldane's seminal proposal, several models have been presented to control/enhance the spin-orbit coupling and intrinsic magnetic exchange interaction. After brief introduction of Haldane model for spineless fermions, following three fundamental quantum anomalous Hall models are discussed in this perspective review: i) low-energy effective four band model for magnetic-doped topological insulator (Bi,Sb) Te thin films, ii) four band tight-binding model for graphene with magnetic adatoms, and iii) two (three) band spinful tight-binding model for ferromagnetic spin-gapless semiconductors with honeycomb (kagome) lattice where ground state is intrinsically ferromagnetic.