International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2022
The study was to investigate the antidiabetic of aqueous extract of leaves of plant Aloe barbaden... more The study was to investigate the antidiabetic of aqueous extract of leaves of plant Aloe barbadensis. In STZ induced diabetes in rats, a study was conducted on six groups of six male Wister rats each to evaluate the hypoglycaemic effect. Diabetes was induced in rodents by intravenous (i.v) infusion of STZ at a portion of 50 mg/kg body weight, disintegrated in 00.10M virus citrate cushion (pH = 04.50). Blood glucose level was estimated utilizing GOD-POD (Kit spin react). Blood tests were pulled back from the retro-orbital plexus under light ether. A. barbadensis (ALEC) was exposed to hostile to diabetic action in rodents where STZ was utilized as a portion of 120 mg/kg in intraperitoneal portion as a diabetogenic specialist to an acquainted diabetic with test rodents. In intense streptozotocin prompted models fasting blood glucose level was recorded on multi-day as basal worth 4th, 7th and 10th day. Aqueous extracts of leaves of A. barbadensis at portion 250 and 500 mg/kg showed por...
July-August DOES ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY ENTERTAIN THE ECONOMY? EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE Mannan Hassan K... more July-August DOES ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY ENTERTAIN THE ECONOMY? EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE Mannan Hassan Khan 1 , Asim Raheem 2 , Saddam Ilyas 3 , Bilal Mehmood 4 , [email protected] , 3 [email protected], [email protected],, 4 [email protected] Department of Economics, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan. ABSTRACT: The contribution of entertainment industry to boost up the economy is a new area to investigate. Films and sports (cricket) are the famous modes of entertainment all over the globe. That is why this study considers entertainment only derived from the said modes and focuses on the long run relationship between entertainment industry and economic growth. Annual frequency data for 7 countries is used via panel cointegration technique of Pooled Mean Group (PMG). Empirical inquiries provide the evidence of positive and significant long run relationship between economic growth and entertainment industry. Results also confirm causality running from films and cricket matc...
Background: Duty-hour restrictions imposed on training physicians have led to increased patient h... more Background: Duty-hour restrictions imposed on training physicians have led to increased patient handoffs and the potential for discontinuity in patient care. We identified a significant need to formalize a process for transitions of care between inpatient settings. Methods: We distributed surveys to residents and faculty to assess current perceptions and practices surrounding transitions of care. We met with program directors and residents from multiple specialties to review the importance of sign-out standardization and our goals at the institutional level. We designed a written sign-out template, using elements from the pneumonic ANTICipate. We programmed the written document within the EMR, and we piloted it as a standardized and up-to-date sign-out tool accessible via computers and iPads. We defined a verbal sign-out modeled after the pneumonic I-PASS, developed at Boston Children9s Hospital. We printed tables for both the written and verbal handoff processes on note cards and d...
The purpose of this study is to find out the level of use of internet by the students of King Geo... more The purpose of this study is to find out the level of use of internet by the students of King George Medical College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. A well structured questionnaire was administered to the students of King George Medical College, to collect data regarding the use of internet. This survey reveals that most of the students are aware of the availability of internet and largely use them for their work. They fully agree that with the usage of internet the quality of course work improves with enrich of appurtenant contents and materials leading to high quality menuscript. Email and WWW are the most used services by the students. It is however found that lack of training is the obstacle in proper and full utilization of internet.
Introduction Caring for a child with diabetes often has a negative effect on the mental health of... more Introduction Caring for a child with diabetes often has a negative effect on the mental health of caregivers and other family members. The goal of this study was to determine the effect of caring for children with diabetes on the mental health of caregivers. Materials and methods This case-control study was conducted in the National Institute of Child Health from October to November 2017 to compare the mental health effects associated with caring for children with diabetes as against caring for children without diabetes. The case group consisted of the caregivers of 60 children with diabetes, and the control group consisted of the caregivers of 60 children without diabetes. A validated questionnaire with two scales was used. Frequencies, percentages, confidence intervals, and p-values were reported for the categorical variables. The variables were analyzed using Patient Health Questionnaire 9 (PHQ-9) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7) scales to determine associations. Result...
India-both centre of excellence in their field of research and premier Institutes of 39 laborator... more India-both centre of excellence in their field of research and premier Institutes of 39 laboratories of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-India's largest research and development organization. The paper is based on the results of a well structured questionnaire administered to all the scientists of the two under study institutes for the purpose of data collection supplemented by interview and observation methods. The main findings are that 100% of scientists at CSIR-IGIB and CSIR-IICB are using e-journals for their research and development activities and for updating their knowledge from their campus cabin mostly. The study reveals that there are significant differences observed in frequency of visiting and using library, features liked most, and search strategies employed by the scientists at the under study libraries. But, similarity is found in use of open access e-journals, purpose of use, method of reading, and format of reading e-journals. CSIR-IGIB library has better infrastructure and its scientists are more satisfied with infrastructure in terms of highest computing facility, number of terminals, internet connections, printers, e-resources provided by the library for accessing e-journals. Scientists at CSIR-IICB, Kolkata face more hindrances in using ejournals. No facility is available for searching desired article from back volume at both under study libraries. A substantial portion of the scientists are not aware of specialized services like Selective Dissemination Services (SDI), Current Awareness Services (CAS) at both under study libraries. Least use of Boolean Operators at select libraries is common searching point that shows weakness in terms of technical knowledge on behalf of the users and necessitates user training program. The present study consists only of scientists of the two institutes i.e. CSIR-IGIB and CSIR-IICB and the geographical area is restricted to CSIR-IGIB, Delhi and CSIR-IICB, Kolkata. The scope of the paper can be extended to additional CSIR and R&D libraries. A comparative study can also be made amongst other biological research libraries of similar status at global level. There are a number of studies on the use of e-journals by CSIR scientists, but this is the first of its kind which compares scientists of CSIR-IGIB that has the largest computing facility (4 Tflop/s) in Asia outside Japan and CSIR-IICB, a premiere institute in biomedical research with the biggest library on biomedical sciences in the eastern zone of India. As such, it should pave the way for research and lead a model role for other CSIR Institutes as well as other R&D institutes at global level.
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze the use of electronic journals (e-journals) by ... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze the use of electronic journals (e-journals) by the scientists of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB) – a center of excellence in the field of genomics and integrative biology situated in Delhi, India. Design/methodology/approach – The paper is based on the results of a well-structured questionnaire administered to all the scientists of the institute for the purpose of data collection. Findings – The main findings are that the scientists are more attracted toward e-journals specially on those provided by CSIR-NISCAIR Consortia, NKRC than those available via direct subscription. From this survey, the investigator has been able to find out that almost all the scientists are consulting e-journals from their campus cabin, not only for research purposes but also to update their own knowledge. The infrastructure to use e-journals are superb and there is no technological pro...
International Business & Economics Research Journal (IBER), 2011
Internet banking is a vital component of E-banking flourished rapidly in developed countries unli... more Internet banking is a vital component of E-banking flourished rapidly in developed countries unlike developing countries. This paper provides recommendations for the banks offering internet services after examining the barriers in adoption of internet banking perceived by the active internet users living in non-metropolitan areas of Pakistan. Various, significantly perceived barriers identified by previous studies are presented after an extensive literature review in order to form a basis for developing questionnaire and comparing the findings. Data were collected from 520 customers of the banks offering internet services. The respondents selection criteria was being active internet user and living in non-metropolitan area of Pakistan. Findings show that the loss of personal service and one to one relationship with bankers, low perceived value of internet banking as compared to traditional banking and lack of knowledge, information are perceived to be the most significant barriers i...
Trust has been recognized as a multi-dimensional concept with its various components. However, th... more Trust has been recognized as a multi-dimensional concept with its various components. However, the missing link of trust and collaboration is still being observed in human resource management literature. This study deliberates upon exploring the linkage between trust and collaboration among employees in an organization. The current research highlights the positive contribution of trust in building and sustaining collaboration in the organizations. Researchers have elaborated a detailed meta-analysis of literature on trust and collaboration in order to achieve its effectual link with organizational performance. The findings reveal that trust and collaboration are interdependent processes. Trust is an essential element in building collaboration and high level of trust is required to build effective collaborative relationships.
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
Various options are available for treatment of chronic anal fissure, each with its own associated... more Various options are available for treatment of chronic anal fissure, each with its own associated complications. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of topical Glyceryl Trinitrate (GTN) for anal fissures in an outpatient setting. A prospective experimental study was carried out at the outpatient department of Surgical Unit IV, Liaquat University Hospital from Aug 2004 to Jul 2005. Total 100 patients fulfilling the criteria of chronic anal fissure were included in the study. Patients presenting with chronic anal fissure but with associated comorbidities were excluded. Data were collected on a designed questionnaire, and analysed using SPSS-10. Sixty women and 46 men were included in the study with a mean age of 30 years. After the end of 8 weeks of treatment, 76 showed healing of fissure and relief in symptoms whereas 20 patients either had improvement in symptoms or did not heal. The commonest side-effect was headache reported by 21 patients. The minimum period of follow-up wa...
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore and analyze various issues and challenges to pro... more Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore and analyze various issues and challenges to professional development of faculty members in both public and private universities of Pakistan and to recommend suggestive actions to overcome the problems discussed by respondents. Several studies have been conducted previously on professional development of faculty members but authors have tried to make unique contribution in literature by conducting this research in both public and private universities of Pakistan and then comparing results accordingly. Methodology: Authors have deeply searched previous studies of researchers and through scores of secondary information variables have been extracted to view the concepts clearly. The target population for this research is faculty members of four universities from which two universities are public and two are private. Authors have sampled down the population by using stratified and convenient sampling so that data collection can be made easier. Then primary data has been collected through both qualitative and quantitative techniques. Authors have used questionnaire and have conducted in-depth interviews of the respondents. Findings: Authors have analyzed data by using simple means and standard deviations and have used t-scores for comparing results of public and private universities. It is revealed through results that the issue that has got lowest mean score for public university is perceived level of satisfaction with professional development activities this shows that most of the respondents of public university are not satisfied with the level of professional development at their institutes. However, respondents of private university revealed that they are provided with inadequate rewards and incentives for receiving training and for applying that training on the job. On the other hand, the issue that is least alarming in eyes of respondents of public universities is perceived impact of professional development activities on job performance and according to respondents of private universities they are happy and satisfied with the duration and timings of training courses that are provided to them. Contribution: This study can be proved fruitful for policy makers and strategists of academic institutes. Moreover, management can learn through the suggestions and can improve on flaws in planning, designing, implementing and evaluating training of faculty members. The major beneficiaries are faculty members who are key personnel of academic institutes and students who are their major products. [Anam Siddiqui, Hassan Danial Aslam, Kausar Yasmeen, Naveed Qamar, Sadaf Javed, Mannan Khan. Analyzing Perceived Issues and Challenges to Professional Development of Faculty Members in Tertiary Academic Institutions: A Comparative Study of Public and Private Universities of Punjab (Pakistan). J Am Sci 2012; 8(9):70-78]. (ISSN: 1545-1003). http://www.jofamericanscience.org. 11 Keyword: Professional development of faculty members, Public universities, Private universities, Issues and challenges to professional development.
Purpose – This study aims to examine the effective and efficiency account of social networking (S... more Purpose – This study aims to examine the effective and efficiency account of social networking (SN) tools and how it affects communication with others and anticipatory awareness. Design/methodology/approach – For the purpose of the study, a set of questionnaires was prepared by the authors and furnished to information professionals. Findings – The findings disclose that some SN tools are gaining popularity among Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals in India. The most active professionals are aged 26-35 years; the habits of using SN are different from traditional searches for research purposes. The professionals provide opinion that SN is very effective to deliver LIS. Research limitations – The present study assesses the role of SN in LIS from information professionals of Indian science and technology institutions. Originality/value – SN is growing rapidly as a medium of communication between individuals to share their experiences and information regarding interests, ...
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine users’ attitude toward the implementation of in... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine users’ attitude toward the implementation of information technology (IT) on the library of Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS). The paper also aims to explore the hindrances and recommendations for IT-enabled services and find out the present status of automation in the library of SGPGIMS. Design/methodology/approach – A well-structured questionnaire was designed to collect the data for the present study. A thorough survey of the literature was done to examine the findings of the earlier relevant studies. Findings – The results of the survey provide the important information regarding the state-of-the-art of the users of mentioned library. It also finds the barriers due to which overall implication of IT is being delayed. The findings of the study bequeath measures to eradicate the barriers and get the fully automated medical library. Originality/value – The study will have important implications on po...
The aim of this review is to discuss the gender difference among diabetic population. Metabolic c... more The aim of this review is to discuss the gender difference among diabetic population. Metabolic control, age and gender significantly affect their psychosocial responses to disease. Psychosocial problems may also occur secondary to negative diabetes related experiences including diagnosis, increased stress and onset of complications. Although significant problems do not occur in all diabetic population, they occur in few patients. More work is needed in the area of identifying those patients having adjustment difficulties to diabetic related challenges. This review indicates that male diabetics are observed to be living more effectively with diabetes, lesser depression and anxiety but more energy and better positive wellbeing
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to find out the level of awareness and use of e‐journals by t... more PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to find out the level of awareness and use of e‐journals by the researchers of the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – both central universities funded by the University Grants Commission.Design/methodology/approachA well‐structured questionnaire is administered to the research scholars of the AMU and BHU to collect data regarding the use of e‐journals.FindingsThe survey reveals that most of the research scholars are aware of the availability of e‐journals and largely use them for reference purposes in their research work. They fully agree that with the usage of e‐journal the quality of research work improves with enrichment of appurtenant contents and materials leading to high‐quality manuscript. It is however found that lack of training is the obstacle in proper and full utilization of e‐journals.Research limitations/implicationsThe present paper consists only of e‐journal users and the geographical area is r...
Children with T1D being who are followed in the diabetes clinic in our tertiary care center were ... more Children with T1D being who are followed in the diabetes clinic in our tertiary care center were consecutively enrolled into the study. Children and their parents who have attended the diabetic clinic at the Children's Hospital-King Saud Medical City, over the period from November 2008 through November 2009, and had accepted entry into the study, had been interviewed by the researchers and a consent was obtained. Diabetic children with a hemolytic condition or on drugs pre-disposing to gallstone formation (e.g., diuretics, ceftriaxone, octreotide) had been excluded. Children and their parents had been interviewed by co-investigators to collect data about demographics, duration of diabetes,
Purpose-The terms "Leadership", "Motivation" and "Organizational Effectiveness", has been widely ... more Purpose-The terms "Leadership", "Motivation" and "Organizational Effectiveness", has been widely explored individually, but a conceptual framework linking these three concepts has not been formed up till now. Author has tried to develop a conceptual framework linking these three variables especially in higher education context. As the implication of these three variables are much different in service organization from that of manufacturing organization. The conceptual framework developed in this paper has explored the link among Academic Leadership, Motivation of Faculty Members, and Organizational Effectiveness in higher education context. This model can be useful for the policy makers and management of higher education, so that they can manage their staff in better way and to motivate them by using various motivators. Thus management and faculty members can jointly contribute to increase university's effectiveness. This model can be fruitful for management, staff, students, and for the society as a whole. Design / Methodology-The conceptual framework has been developed in this paper. First the terms as; Academic Leadership, Motivation of Faculty Members and Organizational Effectiveness, have been explored individually by exploring the work of previous researchers, and then the model has been developed instigating linkage among these variables. The model describes that proper academic leadership is essential to lead the academic organization in effective manner and if leaders and managers are using appropriate techniques to motivate faculty members then they can augment to effectiveness of the organization. The model also explore that administrative, educational or research oriented academic leadership can directly or indirectly stimulate the faculty members, by using various extrinsic or intrinsic rewards, to work by putting extra efforts, and in this way organization will become more effective, mainly in terms of students and faculty satisfaction. Findings-The conceptual framework is useful for the management and leaders of higher education to make the institute more effective and shows that how an effective institute can better serve their students, who are primary customers to them, and it further explore that how an effective leadership strategies can keep the highly qualified faculty intact. The model also describes that if proper academic leadership will not be in place and leaders are not providing monetary and non monetary benefits to motivate their faculty members, then they may physically or psychologically leave their organization which will produce adverse affects on institution. Students' academic, personal, and professional development depends on faculty's sincere effort, that's why faculty motivation is lying in the center of this model. Contribution-The conceptual framework explains various leadership functions that can lead to an effective and successful academic organization. Many universities are facing hindrances in way of success and prosperity because their most valuable faculty members are leaving the organization due to lack of financial or non financial rewards, therefore this model can be helpful to make the faculty members well satisfied and well engaged with their job and well committed to their organization as well.
International Journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2022
The study was to investigate the antidiabetic of aqueous extract of leaves of plant Aloe barbaden... more The study was to investigate the antidiabetic of aqueous extract of leaves of plant Aloe barbadensis. In STZ induced diabetes in rats, a study was conducted on six groups of six male Wister rats each to evaluate the hypoglycaemic effect. Diabetes was induced in rodents by intravenous (i.v) infusion of STZ at a portion of 50 mg/kg body weight, disintegrated in 00.10M virus citrate cushion (pH = 04.50). Blood glucose level was estimated utilizing GOD-POD (Kit spin react). Blood tests were pulled back from the retro-orbital plexus under light ether. A. barbadensis (ALEC) was exposed to hostile to diabetic action in rodents where STZ was utilized as a portion of 120 mg/kg in intraperitoneal portion as a diabetogenic specialist to an acquainted diabetic with test rodents. In intense streptozotocin prompted models fasting blood glucose level was recorded on multi-day as basal worth 4th, 7th and 10th day. Aqueous extracts of leaves of A. barbadensis at portion 250 and 500 mg/kg showed por...
July-August DOES ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY ENTERTAIN THE ECONOMY? EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE Mannan Hassan K... more July-August DOES ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY ENTERTAIN THE ECONOMY? EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE Mannan Hassan Khan 1 , Asim Raheem 2 , Saddam Ilyas 3 , Bilal Mehmood 4 , [email protected] , 3 [email protected], [email protected],, 4 [email protected] Department of Economics, GC University, Lahore, Pakistan. ABSTRACT: The contribution of entertainment industry to boost up the economy is a new area to investigate. Films and sports (cricket) are the famous modes of entertainment all over the globe. That is why this study considers entertainment only derived from the said modes and focuses on the long run relationship between entertainment industry and economic growth. Annual frequency data for 7 countries is used via panel cointegration technique of Pooled Mean Group (PMG). Empirical inquiries provide the evidence of positive and significant long run relationship between economic growth and entertainment industry. Results also confirm causality running from films and cricket matc...
Background: Duty-hour restrictions imposed on training physicians have led to increased patient h... more Background: Duty-hour restrictions imposed on training physicians have led to increased patient handoffs and the potential for discontinuity in patient care. We identified a significant need to formalize a process for transitions of care between inpatient settings. Methods: We distributed surveys to residents and faculty to assess current perceptions and practices surrounding transitions of care. We met with program directors and residents from multiple specialties to review the importance of sign-out standardization and our goals at the institutional level. We designed a written sign-out template, using elements from the pneumonic ANTICipate. We programmed the written document within the EMR, and we piloted it as a standardized and up-to-date sign-out tool accessible via computers and iPads. We defined a verbal sign-out modeled after the pneumonic I-PASS, developed at Boston Children9s Hospital. We printed tables for both the written and verbal handoff processes on note cards and d...
The purpose of this study is to find out the level of use of internet by the students of King Geo... more The purpose of this study is to find out the level of use of internet by the students of King George Medical College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. A well structured questionnaire was administered to the students of King George Medical College, to collect data regarding the use of internet. This survey reveals that most of the students are aware of the availability of internet and largely use them for their work. They fully agree that with the usage of internet the quality of course work improves with enrich of appurtenant contents and materials leading to high quality menuscript. Email and WWW are the most used services by the students. It is however found that lack of training is the obstacle in proper and full utilization of internet.
Introduction Caring for a child with diabetes often has a negative effect on the mental health of... more Introduction Caring for a child with diabetes often has a negative effect on the mental health of caregivers and other family members. The goal of this study was to determine the effect of caring for children with diabetes on the mental health of caregivers. Materials and methods This case-control study was conducted in the National Institute of Child Health from October to November 2017 to compare the mental health effects associated with caring for children with diabetes as against caring for children without diabetes. The case group consisted of the caregivers of 60 children with diabetes, and the control group consisted of the caregivers of 60 children without diabetes. A validated questionnaire with two scales was used. Frequencies, percentages, confidence intervals, and p-values were reported for the categorical variables. The variables were analyzed using Patient Health Questionnaire 9 (PHQ-9) and Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7) scales to determine associations. Result...
India-both centre of excellence in their field of research and premier Institutes of 39 laborator... more India-both centre of excellence in their field of research and premier Institutes of 39 laboratories of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-India's largest research and development organization. The paper is based on the results of a well structured questionnaire administered to all the scientists of the two under study institutes for the purpose of data collection supplemented by interview and observation methods. The main findings are that 100% of scientists at CSIR-IGIB and CSIR-IICB are using e-journals for their research and development activities and for updating their knowledge from their campus cabin mostly. The study reveals that there are significant differences observed in frequency of visiting and using library, features liked most, and search strategies employed by the scientists at the under study libraries. But, similarity is found in use of open access e-journals, purpose of use, method of reading, and format of reading e-journals. CSIR-IGIB library has better infrastructure and its scientists are more satisfied with infrastructure in terms of highest computing facility, number of terminals, internet connections, printers, e-resources provided by the library for accessing e-journals. Scientists at CSIR-IICB, Kolkata face more hindrances in using ejournals. No facility is available for searching desired article from back volume at both under study libraries. A substantial portion of the scientists are not aware of specialized services like Selective Dissemination Services (SDI), Current Awareness Services (CAS) at both under study libraries. Least use of Boolean Operators at select libraries is common searching point that shows weakness in terms of technical knowledge on behalf of the users and necessitates user training program. The present study consists only of scientists of the two institutes i.e. CSIR-IGIB and CSIR-IICB and the geographical area is restricted to CSIR-IGIB, Delhi and CSIR-IICB, Kolkata. The scope of the paper can be extended to additional CSIR and R&D libraries. A comparative study can also be made amongst other biological research libraries of similar status at global level. There are a number of studies on the use of e-journals by CSIR scientists, but this is the first of its kind which compares scientists of CSIR-IGIB that has the largest computing facility (4 Tflop/s) in Asia outside Japan and CSIR-IICB, a premiere institute in biomedical research with the biggest library on biomedical sciences in the eastern zone of India. As such, it should pave the way for research and lead a model role for other CSIR Institutes as well as other R&D institutes at global level.
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze the use of electronic journals (e-journals) by ... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to analyze the use of electronic journals (e-journals) by the scientists of Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (CSIR-IGIB) – a center of excellence in the field of genomics and integrative biology situated in Delhi, India. Design/methodology/approach – The paper is based on the results of a well-structured questionnaire administered to all the scientists of the institute for the purpose of data collection. Findings – The main findings are that the scientists are more attracted toward e-journals specially on those provided by CSIR-NISCAIR Consortia, NKRC than those available via direct subscription. From this survey, the investigator has been able to find out that almost all the scientists are consulting e-journals from their campus cabin, not only for research purposes but also to update their own knowledge. The infrastructure to use e-journals are superb and there is no technological pro...
International Business & Economics Research Journal (IBER), 2011
Internet banking is a vital component of E-banking flourished rapidly in developed countries unli... more Internet banking is a vital component of E-banking flourished rapidly in developed countries unlike developing countries. This paper provides recommendations for the banks offering internet services after examining the barriers in adoption of internet banking perceived by the active internet users living in non-metropolitan areas of Pakistan. Various, significantly perceived barriers identified by previous studies are presented after an extensive literature review in order to form a basis for developing questionnaire and comparing the findings. Data were collected from 520 customers of the banks offering internet services. The respondents selection criteria was being active internet user and living in non-metropolitan area of Pakistan. Findings show that the loss of personal service and one to one relationship with bankers, low perceived value of internet banking as compared to traditional banking and lack of knowledge, information are perceived to be the most significant barriers i...
Trust has been recognized as a multi-dimensional concept with its various components. However, th... more Trust has been recognized as a multi-dimensional concept with its various components. However, the missing link of trust and collaboration is still being observed in human resource management literature. This study deliberates upon exploring the linkage between trust and collaboration among employees in an organization. The current research highlights the positive contribution of trust in building and sustaining collaboration in the organizations. Researchers have elaborated a detailed meta-analysis of literature on trust and collaboration in order to achieve its effectual link with organizational performance. The findings reveal that trust and collaboration are interdependent processes. Trust is an essential element in building collaboration and high level of trust is required to build effective collaborative relationships.
Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
Various options are available for treatment of chronic anal fissure, each with its own associated... more Various options are available for treatment of chronic anal fissure, each with its own associated complications. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of topical Glyceryl Trinitrate (GTN) for anal fissures in an outpatient setting. A prospective experimental study was carried out at the outpatient department of Surgical Unit IV, Liaquat University Hospital from Aug 2004 to Jul 2005. Total 100 patients fulfilling the criteria of chronic anal fissure were included in the study. Patients presenting with chronic anal fissure but with associated comorbidities were excluded. Data were collected on a designed questionnaire, and analysed using SPSS-10. Sixty women and 46 men were included in the study with a mean age of 30 years. After the end of 8 weeks of treatment, 76 showed healing of fissure and relief in symptoms whereas 20 patients either had improvement in symptoms or did not heal. The commonest side-effect was headache reported by 21 patients. The minimum period of follow-up wa...
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore and analyze various issues and challenges to pro... more Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explore and analyze various issues and challenges to professional development of faculty members in both public and private universities of Pakistan and to recommend suggestive actions to overcome the problems discussed by respondents. Several studies have been conducted previously on professional development of faculty members but authors have tried to make unique contribution in literature by conducting this research in both public and private universities of Pakistan and then comparing results accordingly. Methodology: Authors have deeply searched previous studies of researchers and through scores of secondary information variables have been extracted to view the concepts clearly. The target population for this research is faculty members of four universities from which two universities are public and two are private. Authors have sampled down the population by using stratified and convenient sampling so that data collection can be made easier. Then primary data has been collected through both qualitative and quantitative techniques. Authors have used questionnaire and have conducted in-depth interviews of the respondents. Findings: Authors have analyzed data by using simple means and standard deviations and have used t-scores for comparing results of public and private universities. It is revealed through results that the issue that has got lowest mean score for public university is perceived level of satisfaction with professional development activities this shows that most of the respondents of public university are not satisfied with the level of professional development at their institutes. However, respondents of private university revealed that they are provided with inadequate rewards and incentives for receiving training and for applying that training on the job. On the other hand, the issue that is least alarming in eyes of respondents of public universities is perceived impact of professional development activities on job performance and according to respondents of private universities they are happy and satisfied with the duration and timings of training courses that are provided to them. Contribution: This study can be proved fruitful for policy makers and strategists of academic institutes. Moreover, management can learn through the suggestions and can improve on flaws in planning, designing, implementing and evaluating training of faculty members. The major beneficiaries are faculty members who are key personnel of academic institutes and students who are their major products. [Anam Siddiqui, Hassan Danial Aslam, Kausar Yasmeen, Naveed Qamar, Sadaf Javed, Mannan Khan. Analyzing Perceived Issues and Challenges to Professional Development of Faculty Members in Tertiary Academic Institutions: A Comparative Study of Public and Private Universities of Punjab (Pakistan). J Am Sci 2012; 8(9):70-78]. (ISSN: 1545-1003). http://www.jofamericanscience.org. 11 Keyword: Professional development of faculty members, Public universities, Private universities, Issues and challenges to professional development.
Purpose – This study aims to examine the effective and efficiency account of social networking (S... more Purpose – This study aims to examine the effective and efficiency account of social networking (SN) tools and how it affects communication with others and anticipatory awareness. Design/methodology/approach – For the purpose of the study, a set of questionnaires was prepared by the authors and furnished to information professionals. Findings – The findings disclose that some SN tools are gaining popularity among Library and Information Science (LIS) professionals in India. The most active professionals are aged 26-35 years; the habits of using SN are different from traditional searches for research purposes. The professionals provide opinion that SN is very effective to deliver LIS. Research limitations – The present study assesses the role of SN in LIS from information professionals of Indian science and technology institutions. Originality/value – SN is growing rapidly as a medium of communication between individuals to share their experiences and information regarding interests, ...
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine users’ attitude toward the implementation of in... more Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine users’ attitude toward the implementation of information technology (IT) on the library of Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGIMS). The paper also aims to explore the hindrances and recommendations for IT-enabled services and find out the present status of automation in the library of SGPGIMS. Design/methodology/approach – A well-structured questionnaire was designed to collect the data for the present study. A thorough survey of the literature was done to examine the findings of the earlier relevant studies. Findings – The results of the survey provide the important information regarding the state-of-the-art of the users of mentioned library. It also finds the barriers due to which overall implication of IT is being delayed. The findings of the study bequeath measures to eradicate the barriers and get the fully automated medical library. Originality/value – The study will have important implications on po...
The aim of this review is to discuss the gender difference among diabetic population. Metabolic c... more The aim of this review is to discuss the gender difference among diabetic population. Metabolic control, age and gender significantly affect their psychosocial responses to disease. Psychosocial problems may also occur secondary to negative diabetes related experiences including diagnosis, increased stress and onset of complications. Although significant problems do not occur in all diabetic population, they occur in few patients. More work is needed in the area of identifying those patients having adjustment difficulties to diabetic related challenges. This review indicates that male diabetics are observed to be living more effectively with diabetes, lesser depression and anxiety but more energy and better positive wellbeing
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to find out the level of awareness and use of e‐journals by t... more PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to find out the level of awareness and use of e‐journals by the researchers of the Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) – both central universities funded by the University Grants Commission.Design/methodology/approachA well‐structured questionnaire is administered to the research scholars of the AMU and BHU to collect data regarding the use of e‐journals.FindingsThe survey reveals that most of the research scholars are aware of the availability of e‐journals and largely use them for reference purposes in their research work. They fully agree that with the usage of e‐journal the quality of research work improves with enrichment of appurtenant contents and materials leading to high‐quality manuscript. It is however found that lack of training is the obstacle in proper and full utilization of e‐journals.Research limitations/implicationsThe present paper consists only of e‐journal users and the geographical area is r...
Children with T1D being who are followed in the diabetes clinic in our tertiary care center were ... more Children with T1D being who are followed in the diabetes clinic in our tertiary care center were consecutively enrolled into the study. Children and their parents who have attended the diabetic clinic at the Children's Hospital-King Saud Medical City, over the period from November 2008 through November 2009, and had accepted entry into the study, had been interviewed by the researchers and a consent was obtained. Diabetic children with a hemolytic condition or on drugs pre-disposing to gallstone formation (e.g., diuretics, ceftriaxone, octreotide) had been excluded. Children and their parents had been interviewed by co-investigators to collect data about demographics, duration of diabetes,
Purpose-The terms "Leadership", "Motivation" and "Organizational Effectiveness", has been widely ... more Purpose-The terms "Leadership", "Motivation" and "Organizational Effectiveness", has been widely explored individually, but a conceptual framework linking these three concepts has not been formed up till now. Author has tried to develop a conceptual framework linking these three variables especially in higher education context. As the implication of these three variables are much different in service organization from that of manufacturing organization. The conceptual framework developed in this paper has explored the link among Academic Leadership, Motivation of Faculty Members, and Organizational Effectiveness in higher education context. This model can be useful for the policy makers and management of higher education, so that they can manage their staff in better way and to motivate them by using various motivators. Thus management and faculty members can jointly contribute to increase university's effectiveness. This model can be fruitful for management, staff, students, and for the society as a whole. Design / Methodology-The conceptual framework has been developed in this paper. First the terms as; Academic Leadership, Motivation of Faculty Members and Organizational Effectiveness, have been explored individually by exploring the work of previous researchers, and then the model has been developed instigating linkage among these variables. The model describes that proper academic leadership is essential to lead the academic organization in effective manner and if leaders and managers are using appropriate techniques to motivate faculty members then they can augment to effectiveness of the organization. The model also explore that administrative, educational or research oriented academic leadership can directly or indirectly stimulate the faculty members, by using various extrinsic or intrinsic rewards, to work by putting extra efforts, and in this way organization will become more effective, mainly in terms of students and faculty satisfaction. Findings-The conceptual framework is useful for the management and leaders of higher education to make the institute more effective and shows that how an effective institute can better serve their students, who are primary customers to them, and it further explore that how an effective leadership strategies can keep the highly qualified faculty intact. The model also describes that if proper academic leadership will not be in place and leaders are not providing monetary and non monetary benefits to motivate their faculty members, then they may physically or psychologically leave their organization which will produce adverse affects on institution. Students' academic, personal, and professional development depends on faculty's sincere effort, that's why faculty motivation is lying in the center of this model. Contribution-The conceptual framework explains various leadership functions that can lead to an effective and successful academic organization. Many universities are facing hindrances in way of success and prosperity because their most valuable faculty members are leaving the organization due to lack of financial or non financial rewards, therefore this model can be helpful to make the faculty members well satisfied and well engaged with their job and well committed to their organization as well.
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