Nitte University

Barium titanate-enhanced mixed matrix membranes for dye removal: photocatalytic membrane regeneration

Fabrication of mixed matrix membranes (MMMs) with effective tuning of interfacial interactions between the nano additives and the polymer matrix is crucial for enhanced membrane filtration applications. In present work, the nano additive barium titanate (BTO) was blended with Pol...

Fatigue characterization of hybrid fibre-reinforced concrete: S-N curve development, Weibull reliability modelling, and effect of variable amplitude loading

Fatigue loading is a primary factor governing the durability and service life of structural concrete, necessitating materials with enhanced resistance to cyclic degradation. This study presents a detailed fatigue characterization of concrete prisms incorporating mono and hybrid f...

DBDM: a formal framework for bias detection and mitigation in distributed large language models

Large language models (LLMs) are increasingly being deployed in distributed settings, where different nodes may work on heterogeneous data, user populations, and local model updates. In such settings, bias can arise in an emergent fashion via local interactions and spread over th...

3D bioprinting in dermatological therapeutics: Technologies, applications, and clinical perspectives

With the emergence of 3D bioprinting, the biofabrication of artificial skin has become possible through the precise arrangement of cells that can imitate the complexities of the skin tissue structure and functions. The current paper reviews concepts on skin drug delivery, paying...

A deep learning-based plant disease classification using image recognition techniques

Abstract Plant diseases significantly threaten global food security, necessitating accurate and automated diagnostic systems. This work presents a modular deep learning framework for systematic benchmarking and comparative analysis of multiple architectures using the PlantVillage...

Chlorhexidine coated sutures after extraction: A randomized controlled trial

Aim To assess and compare the efficacy of chlorhexidine coated polyglactin 910 versus non-coated sutures in post-operative infection control. Methodology A split-mouth study involving 45 participants needing surgical tooth extraction split into two groups: Group A (45 teeth) with...

Integrated In Silico Analysis Reveals ABC Transporter ATP-Binding Protein as a Therapeutic Target in Helicobacter pylori

Abstract Helicobacter pylori remains a major cause of gastric diseases, while increasing antimicrobial resistance highlights the need for novel therapeutic targets. Here, we developed a comprehensive computational target-prioritization framework integrating Rosetta Stone domain-f...

Nutritional Modulation of the Immuno–Biomineral Interface: From Vascular Calcification to a Hypothesis-Generating Framework for Tumor-Associated Biomineralization

Pathological biomineralization is increasingly recognized as a regulated biological process involving interactions among mineral metabolism, inflammation, cellular stress, extracellular vesicles (EVs), extracellular matrix (ECM) components, and mineral precursors. These processes...

Management of occlusal cant in skeletal Class II and Class III patients: a systematic review

Facial asymmetry complicated by occlusal cants presents significant diagnostic and treatment planning challenges, particularly in patients with Skeletal Class II and Class III malocclusions. This systematic review aimed to synthesize the literature regarding diagnostic criteria,...

Pediatric Dentist Attire as a Behavioral Strategy for Managing Dental Anxiety: A Systematic Review

Background Dental anxiety is a common challenge in children and may adversely affect cooperation, treatment acceptance, and future dental attendance. Dentist attire represents a potentially modifiable environmental factor that may influence children’s perception of the dental set...

Heavy metal induced cellular proteostasis failure promotes neurodegeneration and therapeutic opportunities

Exposure to heavy metals is a significant environmental risk factor for neurodegenerative diseases. Persistent exposure to heavy metals including lead, mercury, cadmium, manganese, copper, and arsenic are all examples of non-biodegradable, bioaccumulative toxicants that can cross...

Beliefs and perceptions of sexual and reproductive health and rights among tribal adolescent girls in Kerala, India: A qualitative study

Tribal adolescents experience considerable sexual and reproductive health challenges due to socio-cultural taboos, limited access to health services, and inadequate guidance. These factors increase vulnerability to early marriage, early pregnancy, and poor health-seeking practice...

Relevance and challenges associated with antimicrobial use (AMU) monitoring at the field level in aquaculture

The aquaculture sector is essential for global food security, and while it is rapidly expanding, the intensification of production can increase risk of diseases and use of antimicrobials. In many regions, limitations in veterinary services and regulatory oversight contribute to i...

Dentinal tubule penetration of nanoparticle-incorporated calcium hydroxide as an intracanal medicament: a systematic review

Calcium hydroxide is widely used as an intracanal medicament due to its antimicrobial properties and its ability to neutralize bacterial by-products. However, its clinical efficacy may be compromised by poor penetration into dentinal tubules, especially in deeper dentin. Nanopart...

Multicomponent Self-Help Intervention Package for Fatigue, Quality of Life, Functional Performance and Aerobic Capacity during Cancer Chemotherapy: A Randomised Controlled Trial

Objectives: Fatigue ranks as a highly prevalent and distressing symptom stated by patients undergoing chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. It significantly compromises the patients’ quality of life (QoL) and functional performance. The objective of this prospective trial was to...

Clinical performance of Bioflx versus stainless steel crowns in primary mandibular second molars: a randomized controlled trial

Preformed crowns are widely recommended for restoring endodontically treated primary molars due to their durability and full coronal coverage. Stainless steel crowns (SSCs) remain the gold standard; however, increasing esthetic demands have led to the development of alternatives...

Recent advances in biosensors for cancer diagnosis and analytical strategies

Around 20 million cancer cases were diagnosed around the world in 2022, killing almost 10 million individuals. Additionally, there are projections for this pattern to continue to rise significantly in years ahead. The methods typically used to provide cancer diagnoses (i.e. imagi...

Artificial intelligence modelling of cobalt chromite (CoCr 2 O 4 ) nanofluid flow over a curved surface with melting phenomena and nonlinear thermal radiation

This research looks at the incompressible flow of a cobalt chromite nanoparticle mixed with water and ethylene glycol in a 50:50 ratio, passing through a Darcy–Forchheimer porous medium with a curved stretching surface embedded in it. Included in the model are four typically hand...

FEA-Assisted nanostructured piezoelectric sensor and deep learning framework for noninvasive tumor detection and tissue stiffness analysis

Biosensors have long been used in environmental monitoring and clinical diagnostics for detecting harmful bacteria, viruses, and biomolecules, evolving from simple biological sensing systems to advanced nanofabrication-based devices. With help of nanotechnology, nano-biosensors h...

Exercise-Induced Modulation of Inflammation and Fatigue in Patients with Head and Neck Cancer Undergoing Chemoradiotherapy: A Pilot Randomised Controlled Trial

Objectives: Fatigue and systemic inflammation are among the most prevalent and distressing complications in patients with head-and-neck cancer (HNC) undergoing chemo-radiation therapy (CRT). Exercise has emerged as an effective supportive care intervention; however, high-quality...