As the saying goes, “safety first,” applies to every work industry globally, especially in construction. The construction industry is one of the most hazardous industries globally, and Pakistan is no exception. Pakistan is the sixth most populous country in the world, with over 220 million people. Out of this population, a significant number work in…
Introduction Chronic infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can eventually lead to the development of liver cancer, known as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Researchers from the Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Pakistan, have conducted a study to investigate the role of a protein called PKC gamma and its…
Agricultural production has grown significantly over the last few decades to meet the demands of the augmented population worldwide. Although agricultural growth is important from the food security and economic point of view, this has exacerbated the waste management issue demanding sustainable solutions. Among all the agricultural wastes, crop straw shares a major chunk; for…
Road accidents claim millions of lives worldwide each year, making it a pressing global concern. Among the leading causes of these accidents are factors such as careless driving, drowsiness, and distracted driving. To address this issue, researchers have been actively exploring driver drowsiness detection methods. In this blog, we will discuss a recent research work…
Pakistan, one of the world’s most vulnerable countries to climate change, is tackling the escalating challenges posed by greenhouse gas emissions and climate-related disasters. Despite its relatively low contribution to global emissions, the nation experiences a wide range of climate change impacts due to its diverse geography. In 2022 alone, Pakistan faced a series of…
Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable material that has been used for centuries in various cultures for construction purposes as shown in Figure 1 (a & b). Bamboo has been used in various forms, such as flooring, roofing, scaffolding, and wall cladding (Figure 2). Recently, it has gained significant attention due to its significant eco-friendliness,…
