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Researchers from the National Institute of Technology Patna in Bihar, India, have proposed a new approach to detecting colorectal cancer (CRC) using a fiber optic plasmonic sensor coated with bismuthene. The sensor, which also includes a silver thin film and bovine serum albumin (BSA), showed promising results in detecting pathological tissue samples. The addition of bismuthene increased the penetration depth of the sensor, while the addition of BSA slightly reduced the shift in resonance wavelength. The researchers believe that this proposed sensor could effectively detect CRC. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted at the National Institute of Technology Patna in Bihar, India, focused on improving the assessment of dysarthria, a speech disorder, using convolutional neural networks (CNNs). The researchers developed a multi-channel CNN approach that captures both source and system features by employing different sizes of convolution filters. The experimental results showed that this approach significantly enhanced the accuracy and F1 score compared to a single-channel CNN. The study concludes that the proposed method is effective for assessing dysarthria in a speaker-independent and text-independent mode. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Indian Institute of Information Technology in Bihar, India, explores the dynamics of HIV-TB coinfection in a gender-structured model. The study utilizes nonlinear fractional-order differential equations to analyze the stability characteristics and identify key factors influencing the transmission and control of the coinfection. The researchers also formulate two control strategies to mitigate the prevalence of coinfection, finding that implementing control measures at a rate exceeding 80% can eliminate the infection entirely. The study aims to provide insights for policymakers in crafting interventions to address the devastating consequences of HIV-TB coinfection. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Indian Institute of Natural Resins and Gums in Bihar, India, explores the potential use of lac dye in intelligent food packaging. The study investigates the color change kinetics of lac dye in response to pH and food spoilage metabolites, such as ammonia, lactic acid, and tyramine. UV-Vis spectroscopy was used to analyze the color change of the dye solution. The research suggests that lac dye has the potential to be used as an indicator in intelligent food packaging to detect spoilage in seafood, meat, poultry, and milk. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted in rural Bihar, India, examined the impact of the Transformative Action for Rural Adolescents (TARA) intervention on gender attitudes and dietary practices among adolescent girls. The intervention delivered the PACE++ curriculum, which included health and nutrition sessions, in community settings. The study found that the intervention had a significant impact on gender equity norms, diets, nutritional knowledge, and understanding of employee-related rights and responsibilities. The researchers concluded that similar initiatives should be scaled up to empower and develop the social capital of adolescent girls. [Extracted from the article]