Volume 12 | Issue 12 |

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Transgender individuals face unique challenges in workplace environments, often stemming from systemic stigma, discrimination, and a lack of understanding. These factors contribute significantly to adverse mental health outcomes, including heightened stress, anxiety, and depression. This study explores strategies for managing psychological well-being and reducing stigma for transgender employees in professional settings. Utilizing a combination of quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, the research highlights the psychological impacts of workplace dynamics on transgender individuals. It also provides actionable recommendations for creating inclusive environments. Findings reveal the critical role of supportive workplace policies, leadership commitment to inclusivity, and employee awareness programs in mitigating mental health challenges and fostering equity.

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Transgender mental health, Psychological well-being, Stigma reduction,Discrimination,Organizational culture, Inclusive workplace policies, Leadership support, Peer interactions.

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Laundry wastewater is the byproduct of washing clothes and linens in homes, commercial facilities, hotels, and hospitals. It contains pollutants like detergents, dirt, oils, chemicals, and microorganisms, making it harmful to the environment if discharged untreated. This study focuses on the current scenario of laundry wastewater management in Kolhapur city, examining the practices of commercial, hospital, and hotel laundries. It explores the widespread discharge of untreated wastewater into municipal systems, which contributes to environmental pollution and strains local water resources. Through surveys, case studies, and laboratory analysis of wastewater samples, the study evaluates water quality parameters range such as pH 9-10 , COD 900-1200, TDS 600-800, and TSS 60-80 which is beyond the limits of MPCB and CPCB. The waste water which is directly disposed in municipal sewer system needs immediate treatment. It also investigates the potential for adopting cost-effective and sustainable Laundry Wastewater Recycling (LWWR) systems tailored to the city's needs, aiming to reduce freshwater consumption, promote environmental conservation, and improve compliance with pollution control regulations.

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Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD), Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Total Suspended Solids (TSS), Laundry Waste Water Recycling (LWWR)

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Background and Aim: Vascular dementia, a significant cause of cognitive decline, often remains under-recognized in the general population. Nursing students, as future healthcare providers, play a crucial role in early identification and management. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a planned teaching programme on knowledge regarding risk factors and prevention of vascular dementia among B.Sc. Nursing 3rd-year students. Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design was adopted for the study. The sample comprised 100 B.Sc. Nursing 3rd-year students selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The findings revealed that the mean pre-test knowledge score was 49.13%, while the post-test mean score increased to 82.69%. The difference was statistically significant (p < 0.05), indicating the effectiveness of the teaching programme. There was also a significant association between pre-test knowledge scores and variables such as age, religion, and parental education. Conclusion: The planned teaching programme significantly improved the knowledge of nursing students regarding vascular dementia. Integrating such educational interventions in nursing curricula can enhance understanding and awareness of dementia care.

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vascular dementia, nursing education, planned teaching programme, dementia prevention

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Machine Learning and Deep learning-based software tools has facilitated the creation of credible face exchanges in videos and images that leave few traces of manipulation, in what they are known as "DeepFake"(DF) videos. Manipulations of digital videos have been demonstrated for several decades through the good use of visual effects, recent advances in deep learning have led to a drastic increase in the realism of fake content and the accessibility in which it can be created. These so-called AI-synthesized media (popularly referred to as DF).

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CNN,RNN,ML,kaggledataset

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Urban good governance focuses on efficient city management, prioritizing transparency, accountability, and active citizen engagement. It aims to safeguard fundamental rights such as access to essential services, justice, and equal opportunities. This approach fosters inclusive urban growth, improving the overall well-being and living conditions of city inhabitants.

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Good Governance, Urban, Human Rights, High Commissioner, Fundamental Rights, Development

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Abstract The gut microbiota, a complex microbial ecosystem comprising bacteria, archaea, fungi, and viruses, plays an integral role in maintaining human health by supporting digestion, immune modulation, and metabolic processes. With advancing age, the diversity and functionality of gut microbiota decline, a phenomenon linked to various age-related diseases, including cardiovascular disorders, metabolic syndrome, and neurodegenerative conditions. Dysbiosis, characterized by microbial imbalance, exacerbates systemic inflammation, gastrointestinal disorders, and reduced short-chain fatty acid (SCFA) production. Emerging strategies to restore microbial balance include dietary interventions, probiotics, prebiotics, and fecal microbiota transplantation. Diets rich in fiber and low glycemic index foods, such as the Mediterranean diet, have demonstrated beneficial effects in maintaining microbial diversity and SCFA production. Probiotics and prebiotics further enhance gut health by promoting the growth of beneficial microbes and modulating immune responses. Additionally, synbiotics, combining probiotics with prebiotics, exhibit potential anti-inflammatory and anti-aging effects. Understanding the interplay between gut microbiota, diet, and aging presents opportunities for developing personalized interventions to improve health outcomes and promote longevity. Further research integrating metagenomics and metabolomics is critical to advancing therapeutic approaches for healthy aging.

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Keywords: gut microbiota, aging, dysbiosis, probiotics, prebiotics, SCFAs, Mediterranean diet, inflammation.

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Impurities in pharmaceuticals are a critical concern for the global healthcare industry due to their impact on drug quality, efficacy, and safety. This study discusses international methodologies for quantifying impurities such as residual solvents, inorganic substances, and organic contaminants in medicinal products. Compliance with national and international regulations necessitates the development of comprehensive impurity and purity profiles for pharmaceuticals. High-quality pharmaceuticals are essential for effective healthcare systems, as substandard drugs pose significant risks, including injury or mortality. Even minimal quantities of unwanted chemicals can compromise a drug's safety and efficacy. Pharmaceutical products are inherently dynamic; their physical and chemical properties may change between production and consumption, which underscores the importance of stringent quality assurance. Regulatory authorities worldwide are increasingly focused on ensuring pharmaceutical quality to address these concerns. Impurities in drugs can adversely affect their stability, shelf life, and safety. These unwanted substances--whether organic, inorganic, or residual solvents--may arise during formulation, aging, or manufacturing processes. Despite careful measures, impurities are often introduced during the multi-step synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Common contaminants in APIs may result from raw materials, reaction intermediates, or degradation products. Managing and minimizing impurities is crucial to maintaining drug safety and efficacy, making pharmaceutical quality a top priority in healthcare.

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QA and QC components, inventory agency, QA/QC plans, QA process, Q. Assurance Examine the process methodology

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The Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed how humans interact with their surroundings by enabling the connectivity of devices, data and people. IoT applications span across domains, such as smart homes, healthcare, transportation and industries contributing significantly to improved efficiency, convenience and sustainability. This paper explores the role of IoT in modern life, its applications, benefits, challenges and future prospects.

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IoT, Smart Homes, Healthcare, Smart Cities, Industrial IoT, Energy Management, Smart Agriculture

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This research critically evaluates the role of evaluation and exam structures in promoting studying results in Indian faculties, focusing on board tests, standardized testing, and continuous evaluation techniques. Using a qualitative technique, semi-structured interviews were performed with five members, consisting of college students, instructors, and a teaching professional. The study reveals that while standardized exams ensure uniform instructional standards and inspire students, they also create sizeable strain and pressure, negatively impacting college students' mental health and encouraging rote memorization over deep gaining knowledge. The findings highlight the want for reforms, suggesting a discount in the emphasis on high-stakes checks and the incorporation of continuous assessment techniques, including assignment-based learning and realistic assessments, to offer a greater complete assessment of school students' skills. Additionally, they have a look at emphasizing the significance of professional development for instructors to put into effect those methods efficaciously. The research concludes that a more balanced and holistic assessment method can better support students' ordinary well-being and sell a lifelong love for studying.

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EDUCATION POLICY

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The mechanical framework of the robotic arm is made up of several interconnected parts that replicate the way a human arm would naturally move. To assure durability and reduce weight, high-strength materials like carbon fiber and aluminum alloys were chosen. Strong electric motors drive the arm's joints, which also have sensors that give feedback on force, velocity, and position. Furthermore, the arm can be equipped with a variety of end-effectors to carry out certain functions like grabbing, welding, or painting

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ROBOTIC ARM ,MOTION CONTROL

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