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Capacity Building In Biorisk Management And Field Epidemiology: Proceedings Of A Biosafety And Outbreak Simulation Training Programme, Muralidharan Menon Arjun, Jain Vij Shruti, Panaparambil Azis Suhana, Gopinathan Pillai Sreekanth, Sudheesh N, Anup Jayaram, Prasad Varamballi, K. C. Muraleedharan, Sunil S. Ramteke, Subhash Kaushik, Chiranjay Mukhopadhyay

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

The Biosafety and Outbreak Simulation Training 2025, held from 6–10 October 2025 at Manipal, Karnataka, India, brought together thirty homoeopathic doctors from 14 states to strengthen national preparedness for infectious disease threats. Organised by the Manipal Institute of Virology (MIV) under Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) in collaboration with the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), the workshop integrated theoretical sessions, hands-on training on sample transportation, and a comprehensive outbreak simulation exercise. Core modules spanned biorisk management, biosafety and biosecurity, biomedical waste management, incident response, epidemiological investigation, and sample transport in accordance with International Air Transport Association …

Research Highlights, Meenu Gupta, Sunaina Shanker

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Fundamental Research Principles In Homoeopathy: Bridging Empirical And Clinical Evidence, Himanshu Shekhar, Parth Aphale, Shashank Dokania

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Letter to Editor

In Vitro And In Silico Evaluation Of Calcined Chicken Eggshell Powder As An Antibacterial Agent Against Staphylococcus Aureus, Hadi Kurniawan, Hariyanto Ih, Fajar Nugraha, Siti Nani Nurbaeti, Inarah Fajriaty, Ardi Kurniawan, Ridho Maulana Difa

Makara Journal of Science

Staphylococcus aureus is a major Gram-positive pathogen that is increasingly resistant to antibiotics, significantly contributing to antimicrobial resistance (AMR)-related deaths. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the antibacterial activity of calcined chicken eggshell powder (CCEP), a waste-derived material rich in calcium compounds. CCEP was prepared by calcining eggshell powder at 900 °C for 3 hours. Its antibacterial potential was evaluated using in vitro assays, including agar disc diffusion and broth microdilution, as well as in silico molecular docking against penicillin-binding protein 4 (PBP4, PDB ID: 3HUM). The in vitro results showed that a 20% (w/v) CCEP solution in glycerol produced …

Homoeopathic Management Of Mania With Psychotic Symptoms-A Case Report, R. Bhuvaneswari, Sakthivel V

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Manic episode (ICD-F30.2) is typically characterised by distinct period of abnormally and persistently elevated, expansive, or irritable mood, along with abnormally and persistently increased goal-directed activity or energy, lasting at least 1 week and causing significant disruption in occupational and social functioning. The lifetime risk of experiencing manic episodes is approximately 0.8–1%. These episodes typically recur in three to four-month cycles. This case report aims to highlight significance of individualised homoeopathic treatment in managing mania with psychotic symptoms over a 41-month period without relapse, and without the use of conventional medication. Case Summary: An 18-year-old female was brought …

Holistic Approach Of Homoeopathy In Treatment Of Multimorbidity: A Case Report, Divya Verma, Nitin Kumar Saklani, Arun Kumar

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Introduction: Multimorbidity, a rise in all ages, is a challenge for health care systems that are focused on single-disease management. Homoeopathy has shown competence in the management of chronic diseases, whether they occur as a single ailment or as multimorbidities. Case Summary: A 25-year-old female suffering from symptoms of PCOS, like irregular menses, secondary dysmenorrhea and secondary amenorrhea, along with chronic migraine visited the OPD. She also developed renal calculi during the previous homoeopathic treatment. Her condition improved through homoeopathic medicines Pulsatilla and Lycopodium. The case is reported according to HOM-CASE guidelines. The assessment of causal attribution of homoeopathic …

Acknowledgement To Our Reviewers (2025)

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

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Indian Standard For Alfalfa (Medicago Sativa L.), Kumar Vivekanand, Daisy Katarmal, Indra Gaurav Saxena, Binit Dwivedi, Divya Taneja, Shrishti Dixit, Raj Kumar Manchanda

Indian Journal of Research in Homoeopathy

Traditional systems of medicine remain integral to global healthcare, yet variability in herbal raw materials has long challenged their scientific validation and regulatory acceptance. Differences in environmental conditions, harvesting, processing and formulation techniques significantly influence the herb's phytochemical composition, potency, and therapeutic outcomes. Standardisation is therefore essential to ensure safety, efficacy, reproducibility, and regulatory credibility. In this context, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has developed Indian Standards for medicinal plants and homoeopathic preparations. This article presents an overview of IS 18978:2024, Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) for Use in Traditional Medicine—Specification, and IS 19135:2025, Alfalfa Hydro-alcoholic Extract for Use …

Engagement Patterns With #Naturalremedies On Tiktok: Formative Analysis, Apeksha Mewani, Corey H. Basch, Keanu Renne-Glover, Vincent Jones Ii, Cristiana Cordero, Adea Gutiqi

Publications and Research

This research letter provides formative evidence from a cross-sectional analysis of 118 TikTok videos under #NaturalRemedies, identifying content formats and expertise cues associated with higher engagement, while also demonstrating the feasibility of using engagement metrics and thematic coding to analyze health narratives on emerging platforms such as TikTok.

The Effect Of A Mindfulness-Based Program On Musculoskeletal Pain And Function, Christine Conroy, Kent E. Irwin, Paige Dougherty, Teresa Elliott-Burke

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice

Purpose: Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a structured therapeutic tool that was developed in the 1980s by Kabat-Zinn and colleagues. Mindfulness-based interventions (MBIs) have been developed based on the fundamental principles of MBSR and are an emerging area of research. These programs are used to decrease pain levels and kinesiophobia in patients with chronic disease and pain. The purpose of this case study is to describe the effects of MBIs on function and pain for a middle-aged patient, two-month post-proximal humerus fracture. Method: A 53-year-old woman presented status post closed fracture of the proximal right humerus resulting from a …

The Use Of Acupuncture To Address Health Disparities In The Treatment Of Low Back Pain, Vivian Li, Alexander Reals, Deepa Manda, Elizabeth Loomis

Advances in Clinical Medical Research and Healthcare Delivery

Low back pain (LBP) is a leading cause of disability, and treatment often involves a combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological therapies. Acupuncture is a medical treatment and ideology rooted in traditional Chinese medicine that utilizes applying small needles or pressure to specific points in the body. Utilized as an adjunct to supplement standard medical care, acupuncture is a procedure that can be done in a primary care setting. Multiple studies have shown efficacy in treating acute or chronic back pain, with up to 1.5% of the US population having used acupuncture at one point.

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Mindfulness Approach Used To Reduce The Impact Of Internalized Psychopathology: Anxiety And Depression, Taniyah Drayton

The Kean Review: Journal in Student Research

The emergence of mindfulness practices has increased in medical spaces throughout recent years. Mindfulness was once seen strictly for its spiritual origins, yet beginning in the late 20th century it began being assessed for its reliability in treating individuals who experienced extreme levels of pain and stress. Its origin “is often spoken of as ‘the heart of Buddhist meditation,’” as Kabat-Zinn discusses (Kabat-Zinn, 2011). Kabat-Zinn, founder of the Stress Reduction Clinic at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, introduced a new translation for mindfulness in 1979 through highlighting the skills individuals can learn and apply throughout their daily life. Kabat-Zinn …

Humanity Is Evolving Its Consciousness: The Role Of Archetypal Energies As Guides During An Unfolding Weeding Out And Alignment Process, Carroy U. Ferguson

Psychology Faculty Publication Series

Humanity is evolving its consciousness at individual and collective levels.  Given these seemingly tumultuous times, as of this writing (January 2026), to make such a statement may sound like a strange thing to say.  However, I suggest that if you are alive today and if you are reading these words, these are the very times for which you were born—to assist Humanity as it evolves its consciousness with your unique gifts, whatever they may be.  That is, this period of our individual and collective human being-ness may be characterized as an unfolding period of weeding out and alignment with the …

The Prophylactic Effect Of Aqueous Chamomile Extract On Nitrogen Dioxide Exposed Mice, Mariam Kbaysi, Ruzanna Petrosyan, Jamilah Borjac

BAU Journal - Science and Technology

Nitrogen dioxide (NO₂) a gaseous air pollutant resulting from industrial activities. It has been associated to various diseases related to oxidative stress and inflammation, including cardiovascular and nervous system disorders. Chamomile is mainly recognized for its high content of antioxidant flavonoids and is extensively utilized in herbal medicine for treating several disorders. The aim of this study is to examen the protective effects of chamomile extract against NO₂-induced damage in female mice. Balb/c mice were divided into four groups: control, chamomile extract, NO₂ derivatives, and NO₂ derivatives combined with chamomile extract. Upon completion of the study, Blood was …

Evaluating Acupuncture As An Adjunct To Standard Ulcerative Colitis Therapy, Mia A. Ciotti

Scripps Senior Theses

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease characterized by recurring cycles of flare and remission that significantly affect patients’ quality of life. Standard allopathic treatment for UC centers on mesalamine, a 5-aminosalicylic acid drug that acts locally on the colon to reduce inflammation, but does not cure the disease entirely. Acupuncture, rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, has been proposed as an adjunct therapy for inflammatory conditions, yet its biomedical efficacy remains uncertain due to methodological limitations and insufficient controls of prior studies.

This study proposes a randomized, participant and assessor blinded clinical trial evaluating mesalamine, true acupuncture, sham …

Effectiveness Of Aromatherapy And Non-Pharmacological Interventions, Madison Irfan North

Covenant Nurses Week 2026

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Comparing Nurse-Led Holistic Pain Relief Strategies And Sole Pharmacological Use In Enhancing Maternal Satisfaction, Reducing Pain, And Lowering Obstetric Interventions During Childbirth, Jessica C. Moore

Nursing | Senior Theses

Background: Childbirth has become heavily reliant on pharmacological management and obstetric interventions such as epidural use, labor induction, and cesarean deliveries (C-sections) even among low-risk pregnancies. While necessary in some cases, excessive reliance on pharmacological interventions can negatively impact the experience of birthing as a whole. Non-pharmacological interventions (NPIs) such as breathing techniques, positioning, hydrotherapy, massage, aromatherapy and continuous support have shown to be effective in reducing pain and supporting physiologic labor. The gaps in education and lack of standard implementation result in inconsistent application in practice. Purpose: This research proposal aims to evaluate the effectiveness of nurse-led NPIs compared …

Independent Animal Chiropractic Practice: An Evidence-Based Argument For Autonomy Beyond Veterinary Supervision, Montana Adams

Undergraduate Honors Theses

Animal chiropractic is a growing form of conservative care used to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support neuromusculoskeletal function in animals. Despite evidence suggesting it is both effective and low risk, access remains limited due to inconsistent state regulations. Many jurisdictions require chiropractors to obtain veterinary supervision, referral, or licensure, even when they have completed specialized training and certification in animal chiropractic. This paper evaluates the effectiveness and safety of animal chiropractic while analyzing the impact of current regulatory policies. Research indicates that chiropractic care can improve mobility and reduce spinal conditions in animals when performed by trained professionals. However, …

Introducing Education For Sensory Approaches In Mental Health-Related Emergency Department Visits: A Quality Improvement Project To Enhance Patient-Centered Care, Jesse O'Neill

Master's Theses and Capstones

Background: Barriers to specialty care access have resulted in emergency departments (ED) operating as temporary psychiatric hold facilities for their communities. Patients boarding in the ED are demonstrated to use a disproportionate percentage of facility resources with minimal benefit to the patient. The Institute for Healthcare Improvement identifies the impact of the healthcare environment on patient outcomes and suggests staff training to foster trauma-informed practice culture (Schall et al., 2020).

Local Problem: High-stress healthcare environments can escalate maladaptive patient behaviors and the use of restrictive interventions. Traditional use of restrictive interventions lacks supportive evidence and contradicts person-centered care goals (Molloy …

The Role Of Resistance Training In Managing Menopause-Related Changes, Alyson K. Strauss

Honors Undergraduate Theses

Resistance training serves as a critical non-pharmacological strategy for mitigating the physiological and psychological declines associated with the menopausal transition. This natural biological phase, marked by declining estrogen levels, typically leads to accelerated bone mineral density loss, sarcopenia, metabolic regulation disturbance, and heightened mood disturbances. To evaluate the efficacy of targeted exercise interventions, a systematic review was conducted following PRISMA guidelines. From an initial pool of 60 relevant articles, 13 studies met the specific inclusion criteria, focusing on structured resistance training protocols for perimenopausal, menopausal, and postmenopausal cohorts.

The synthesis of these studies indicates that resistance training is a highly …