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Papers by Muhammad Tariq Khan

Microscopy and Microanalysis, 2011

Extended abstract of a paper presented at Microscopy and Microanalysis 2011 in Nashville, Tenness... more Extended abstract of a paper presented at Microscopy and Microanalysis 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, August 7–August 11, 2011.

Pakistan Journal of Phytopathology, 2021

Wheat is important crop with two major categories as winter and spring wheat. Winter wheat was fi... more Wheat is important crop with two major categories as winter and spring wheat. Winter wheat was first time introduced in Rawalakot to check the adaptability and suitability hence winter wheat varieties had never been tested in the hilly areas of Azad Kashmir. For this purpose, 83 genotypes of wheat were used including six winter wheat check varieties and Pakistan-2013 as local check and intercropping of universal susceptible as spreader. Yellow rust data was taken by using Modified Cobb's scale to assess the disease severity and presence of resistance. Four winter wheat advanced lines 141137, 170915, 170196 and 170917 were found resistant. Analyses of variance have shown significant differences for all parameters apart from spike length, number of spikelets per spike and 1000-grain weight. Principal component analysis revealed 85.43% variability. The cluster analysis divided the genotypes in 5 clusters on the basis of genetic similarity and distance. Fourteen advanced lines were found more diverse and could be utilized in further breeding providing an opportunity for winter wheat to be adopted in this region. And among 14, four resistant genotypes can be used as source of yellow rust resistance in winter wheat and spring wheat breading.

Journal of Ambient Intelligence and Humanized Computing

In this article the author name 'Tauseef Ahmad' was incorrectly written as 'Tauseef Ahmed'.

Journal of Intercultural Ethnopharmacology

Aim/Background: The indigenous communities of the Talash Valley district Dir Lower, in Northwest ... more Aim/Background: The indigenous communities of the Talash Valley district Dir Lower, in Northwest Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, depend on ethnomedicine for their basic health care. The aim of this survey was to identify, collect, and document significantly distinguishable ethnomedicinal plants and their ethnopharmacological application among the indigenous communities of the Talash Valley, Dir Lower, Pakistan. Materials and Methods: Open-ended and semi-structured interviews, questionnaires, inquiries, and group discussion were conducted from March 2014 to September 2015 to obtain ethnobotanical data from the local herbalist and elder villagers. Quantitatively, the ethnobotanical data were analyzed by using indices, Use Value, Relative frequency of citation, and Informant Agreement Ratio. Results: The study identified a total of 50 medicinal plant species belonging to 33 botanical families and 46 genera in the 17 villages. Lamiaceae with 6 species is the dominant family, and herbs (68%) the main sources of herbal formulations. Leaves (41%) are the main parts for ethnomedicine, and 32% of drug orally administrated in the form of decoction. Conclusion: The Talash Valley is rich in its medicinal plant's flora and the associated traditional knowledge. Ethnomedicine plays an important role in the local healthcare system. The finding of new medicinal uses, recipes; vernacular plant names, using new morphological parts, and harvesting methods in the current study show the importance of the documentation of plant resources and ethnobotanical knowledge. We suggest and recommend that documented plants to be screened for further ethnopharmacological studies.

Environmental Science and Pollution Research

In this work, a novel calcium (Ca) doped ferrihydrite adsorbent was evaluated for the enhanced ad... more In this work, a novel calcium (Ca) doped ferrihydrite adsorbent was evaluated for the enhanced adsorption of uoride (F) from the aqueous phase. The adsorbent properties, adsorption behavior, and mechanism were systematically evaluated. The synthesized adsorbent exhibited tremendous performance in a broad range of temperature and pH. Interestingly, the presence of co-existing anions such as NO 3-, SO 4 2-, Cl-, and natural organic matter (NOM) have no considerable effect on the adsorption of uoride from water. The adsorption process was best tted to the pseudo-second order kinetic model and the Langmuir isotherm. The prepared adsorbent exhibited a maximum adsorption capacity of 53.21 mg/g for the uptake of uoride from water. The regeneration results con rmed that adsorbent could retain their original adsorption capacity after ve regeneration cycles. Results from the current study suggested that Ca-doped ferrihydrite has the application potential for the enhanced adsorption of uoride from the water phase.

Journal of Islamic and Religious Studies

Islam being a complete code of life encompasses all aspects of a person’s personal and social lif... more Islam being a complete code of life encompasses all aspects of a person’s personal and social life. Islam considers those as Muslims who submit to the will of Allah Almighty in all aspects of life. Islam is not merely a matter of private life and its worship system is not restricted only to a set of rituals, but has pervasive social consequences and develops a strong sense of moral society based on system of rules around center of universal concept of justice. Therefore, Islam proposed institutions with relation to justice, governance, cooperation and solidarity for achieving high economic growth and development. Achievement of development and growth of economy is fast in a society or country if it has developed human capital (human resource). Human capital is developed when education is imparted and facilities of health and sound life are provided to human beings. According to Islamic principles, if human beings cannot afford proper education in the society (or other facilities suc...

Animals, 2021

Background: Fascioliasis is a zoonotic neglected tropical disease caused by Fasciola hepatica and... more Background: Fascioliasis is a zoonotic neglected tropical disease caused by Fasciola hepatica and F. gigantica. In endemic regions, fascioliasis represents a huge problem in livestock production and significantly threatens public health. The present study was performed to assess the key bibliometric indicators, plot the global research outcome, and strive to find the research frontiers and trends in fascioliasis. Methods: A descriptive bibliometric and visualized study was conducted. The data were extracted from the Web of Science Core Collection (WoSCC) database. The WoSCC was searched using key terms covering a wide range of synonyms related to the causative agent (Fasciola) and the disease (fascioliasis). The database search was performed for the period from the inception of WoSCC until 3 October 2021. The downloaded data were exported into VOSviewer software version 1.6.17 for Windows to construct co-authorship countries, keywords co-occurrence, bibliographic coupling sources, a...

Fouling of Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO) Membrane: Chemical and Microbiological Characterization

International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2016

Objective: The objective of this research was to evaluate the, total phenolic contents (TPC), tot... more Objective: The objective of this research was to evaluate the, total phenolic contents (TPC), total flavonoid contents (TFC), antioxidant activity, cytotoxicity and functional group of epiphytes ferns grows on the Malaysian palm oil trunk (MPOTEF): that includes Nephrolepis biserrata (NBF), Davallia denticulata (DDF), Asplenium longissimum (ALF), Gonioplebium percussum (GPF), Stenochlaena palustris (SPF), Vittaria elongata (VLF) and Vittaria ensiformis (VSF). Methods : For extraction, microwave oven assisted method was used. TPC was determined by following the Folin-Ciocalteu colorimetric method and TFC was determined using aluminium chloride colorimetric assay. Antioxidant activity was determined by DPPH-scavenging assay methods. Results: All the ferns exhibited good results of TPC, TFC and antioxidant activity. SPF showed highest TPC and TFC in aqueous extracts; 639.4 mg/g and 172.71 mg/g respectively, and the same result showed in ethanol extracts; 271.61 mg/g and 174.54 mg/g, re...

ryptophthalmos (CO) is defined as a set of rare congenital eyelid defects in which the lid folds ... more ryptophthalmos (CO) is defined as a set of rare congenital eyelid defects in which the lid folds are unable to divide in the embryo and the skin extends continuously from the forehead onto the cheeks covering the eyes.1-3 CO maybe bilateral or unilateral and fluctuates in severity from the presence of rudimentary, distorted eyelids to complete absence of eyelids2. Autosomal recessive and autosomal dominant inheritance have been reported, but most cases are autosomal recessive.4-8

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come out from science fiction movies and it is now enabling mach... more Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come out from science fiction movies and it is now enabling machines to behave like human experts. Computers have some advantages over human beings because of their immunity toward perturbation factors. These factors include fatigue, stress and diminished attention. This ability makes computers more efficient and reliable in decision making. The real goal of AI is to computerize human intelligence. In this paper we explored “Expert Systems” that is one of the most important branches of AI. In expert systems, we simulate expertise of domain experts in computer systems. Machines can work like doctors, engineers and consultants and can be able to learn and use their judgmental power to conclude the situations. In academia, many subjects are being offering in every degree programs. A course coordinator is an expert who allot related subject to instructors by using some factual and heuristic knowledge. The real task is to simulate the judgment ability tha...

Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology, 2020

Purpose: To evaluate the methods of anesthesia in posterior segment surgeries.Study Design: Cross... more Purpose: To evaluate the methods of anesthesia in posterior segment surgeries.Study Design: Cross sectional survey.Place and Duration of Study: Akhtar Saeed Medical College, from April 2017 to May 2019.Material and Methods: Two hundred and three patients who underwent posterior segment surgeries wereselected. Average surgery time was 45 minutes under local anesthesia (LA). All patients whose surgery was performed in general anesthesia (GA), had at least 6 hours hospital stay andfour hours nothing by mouth before and after procedure. Patient age, gender, indication for surgery, type of surgery performed and type of anesthesia were noted. Datawas analyzed by using SPSS 25.Results: Total 203 patients were included in study, 122 (60.1%) male and 81 (39.9%) females. Generalanesthesia (GA) was used in 18.2% surgeries and local anesthesia (LA) was opted in 81.8%. Mean age ofpatients who underwent GA was 30.62 years and 51.71 years for LA. Three major indications for LA were retinalattachme...

The Pakistan Development Review, 2009

This study reviews selected indicators on skills and productivity for the period 2000-2008 using ... more This study reviews selected indicators on skills and productivity for the period 2000-2008 using labour force survey data. The review of the labour market demonstrates the need of enhancement of skills as well as improved access to skills and education which are necessary to enter a virtuous circle of higher productivity, employment, incomes growth, and development. Without a workforce that is continuously acquiring new and improved skills, it will be difficult for Pakistan to be competitive in the globalising world. The analysis clearly emphasises the need for reforms in the technical and vocational education and training system. Keywords: Skills, Productivity, Labour Market, Competitiveness

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENDORSING HEALTH SCIENCE RESEARCH (IJEHSR), 2019

Background: Pericardiectomy procedure is commonly indicated for constrictive pericarditis (CP). O... more Background: Pericardiectomy procedure is commonly indicated for constrictive pericarditis (CP). One of the most important clue to diagnosis of CP is the signs and symptoms of right-sided heart failure that are not completely explained by presence of pulmonary disease or left-ventricular failure. The aim of this study was to assess clinical data presentation and early operative outcomes of pericardiectomy performed for symptomatic chronic constrictive pericarditis who had failed maximal medical therapy. Methodology: A retrospective analysis was carried out of consecutive constrictive pericarditis adult age patients who underwent pericardiectomy procedure from 2002 to 2012. The patients who had intraoperative diagnosis of other then constrictive pericarditis were excluded from further analysis. A total 51 patients were selected for this study. The preoperative assessment, intraoperative findings and postoperative course and outcome such as hospital stay, prolonge ICU stay, post-operative CPV etc. were evaluated. Results: 43 males and 8 females were include in the study among them 41% gave history of previous (TB) and 35% were pediatric patients (teens, as shown less than 19 years). 8 patients had effusive type pericarditis. The preoperative findings revealed dyspnea 54%, Chest Pain 45% and persistent cough 31%. Furthermore, 43% patients had ascites and 41% with pleural effusion. The mean preoperative central venous pressure (CVP) was 20.5 respectively. The post-operative outcome was short hospital stay, the post-operative patients CVP was estimated 13.5 and the mean drop of CVP due to pericardiectomy was estimated 7 respectively. Conclusion: The conclusive findings of our study revealed that among the patients of symptomatic chronic tuberculous CP, the timely pericardiectomy attempt can effectively improve the hemodynamics of the patient. The early pericardiectomy can also reduce the morbidity and mortality rate of these patients.

Cureus, 2019

Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequently encountered clinical condition in hospitaliz... more Background Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a frequently encountered clinical condition in hospitalized patients, particularly those admitted to intensive care units (ICU). AKI has its systemic sequelae and contributes to the morbidity of underlying diseases. Methods This descriptive case series aimed to determine the frequency of acute kidney injury in critically ill patients admitted to the ICU at Shifa International Hospital, Islamabad, according to the RIFLE (risk, injury, failure, loss, and end-stage) criteria. A total of 124 patients were enrolled in this study. RIFLE criteria were applied to determine the frequency of AKI in critically ill patients. Results The frequency of AKI was 68.55% and mortality was 18.55%. The severity of AKI was found to be significantly associated with mortality (p < 0.001). Conclusion AKI is very common in critically ill patients and contributes to the mortality and morbidity of the patients. Early identification of AKI can reduce mortality in critically ill patients.

Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, 2018

Purpose: To evaluate the visual and anatomical outcomes of reoperations following failure of pneu... more Purpose: To evaluate the visual and anatomical outcomes of reoperations following failure of pneumatic retinopexy (PR) for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment repair and compare the different surgical techniques used in these cases. Methods: The study included 114 eyes of 114 patients who underwent PR for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment and required subsequent surgery for its repair. These included repeated PR, scleral buckling, vitrectomy with gas or silicone oil, and vitrectomy with scleral buckling. The groups were compared for rates of retinal reattachment, visual improvement, and the occurrence of recurrent rhegmatogenous retinal detachment and any other postoperative complications. Results: In 91 (79.8%) eyes, the retina was reattached with one additional procedure. The success rate was significantly lower in eyes treated by repeated PR than by other surgical techniques (33 vs. 76-90%; P , 0.001). Visual acuity after PR failure was not significantly different than that at presentation and had improved significantly after surgery for retinal reattachment (P , 0.001). Conclusion: Pneumatic retinopexy failure was not associated with visual acuity loss, and the outcomes in 79.2% of cases that required only one additional surgery are comparable with those achieved with primary surgery. Poor outcomes were associated with eyes that required more than one additional surgery and that suffered complications.

Cureus, Jan 10, 2018

Epilepsy is considered to be one of the most common non-communicable neurological diseases especi... more Epilepsy is considered to be one of the most common non-communicable neurological diseases especially in low to middle-income countries. Approximately one-third of patients with epilepsy have seizures that are resistant to antiepileptic medications. Clinical trials for the treatment of medically refractory epilepsy have mostly focused on new drug treatments, and result in a significant portion of subjects whose seizures remain refractory to medication. The off-label use of cannabis sativa plant in treating seizures is known since ancient times. The active ingredients of this plant are delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD), the latter considered safer and more effective in treating seizures, and with less adverse psychotropic effects. Clinical trials prior to two years ago have shown little to no significant effects of cannabis in reducing seizures. These trials seem to be underpowered, with a sample size less than 15. In contrast, more recent studies that have inc...

Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University Journal, 2017

Journal of Telecommunications System & Management, 2017

Many projects have been structurally failed and collapsed during the past centuries. Some of thes... more Many projects have been structurally failed and collapsed during the past centuries. Some of these incidents caused a sizable number of human causalities. Probably the failure to follow the right code of ethics caused these incidents. Electrical engineering professionals face several ethical-related problems which are costly, harmful and affect high ratio of people. Organizations provide codes of ethics to help the engineers to understand and manage their ethical responsibilities. Islam considers ethics as an important factor to train individuals, communities and society. Islamic ethics are set of moral principles and guidance that recognizes what is right and what is wrong. The Quran is replete with clear messages about ethics. This research paper intends to highlight the Islamic ethics for solving an ethical dilemma.

Greener Journal of Social Sciences, 2012

Labor unions are the organization which by definition are only struggling to secure benefits for ... more Labor unions are the organization which by definition are only struggling to secure benefits for their members, such as financial gains like rise of wages, bonuses, various allowances like insurance benefits, overtime payment and non financial benefits such as job security, comfortable work place recreational facilities and decreasing fear of employer through collective bargaining. But Unions also have social and developmental roles. Several studies have shown that unions also have rendered services beyond collective bargaining. This study is focused to explore the role of labor unions in protection of environment through workers training and education and awareness about environment problems, which is much away from their definitional mandate.