IMPACT : International Journal of Research in Applied, Natural and Social Sciences

9-14

Authors: RAVISH KUMAR CHAUHAN

Mannich bases possess antibacterial, fungicidal, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities. Chelating ligands and various derivatives like oximes, semicarbazones, hydrazones of benzaldehyde and substituted benzaldehydes have long been prepared, chacterised and analysed by analytical chemists for such activities. Some of these compounds may be active against micro-organisms like bacteria, fungi, or virus and some may be inactive. The ligands which are active against any of these micro-organism have wide spread applications as medicinal agents. Considering these facts here we have undertaken the screening of 2-pyrazinoyl hydrazide and its derivatives with various aromatic and heterocyclic aldehydes against various fungi. The present paper deals with the physiology and nutrition of fungi, their cultivation and culture and their screening using hydrazones derivatives of 2-pyrazinoyl hydrazide with various aromatic and heterocyclic aldehydes such as benzaldehyde, anisaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methoxy benzaldehyde, p- (N,N-diethyl amino) benzaldehyde, cinnamaldehyde, 4-methyl salicyldehyde and 2-furfuraldehyde.

16-18

Authors: SATYAJIT SAHA, TAPAN KUMAR DAS & RAHUL BHATTACHARYA

To a make a low cost dye sensitized solar cell zinc selenide nanoparticles were prepared by a cost effective chemical method. The structure of synthesized nanoparticles was characterized by Transmission Electron Microscope and X-ray diffraction. Optical absorption and photoluminescence properties of as grown nanoparticles had been studied. Dye sensitized solar cell based on ZnSe had been fabricated. Anthocyanin a kind of vegetable dye was used as sensitizer in prepared dye sensitized solar cell. The optical properties of anthocyanin were also studied. The current-voltage characteristics of the dye sensitized solar cell had been studied in dark and light condition. The measurement of efficiency and fill factor of the dye sensitized solar device were also performed.

29-36

Authors: AYISHA HASHMI, PHARM.D, MADEEHA MALIK& AZHAR HUSSAIN

Pharmacy profession has evolved significantly in the past few years but shortage of qualified personnel has increased pressure on previously employed pharmacists. Increased workload, unfavorable working environment, low job security and family responsibilities have tend to lower work-life balance which has reduced job satisfaction. The aim of this literature review is to summarize the research findings among developed and developing countries as well as Pakistan related to different work-life balance factors and its impact on job satisfaction. A total of 38 published articles were reviewed regarding work-life balance and job satisfaction of pharmacists. The review concluded that there is a need for reinforcing the relevant human resources policies and improving working conditions of pharmacists in Pakistan. There is a need to sensitize policy makers on subject of satisfaction of pharmacy workforce as it has a positive effect on individual, organization and quality of services in today’s evolving healthcare system of Pakistan.

45-52

Authors: ABAYOMI O1, ADEBAYO KO2, ADELUFOSI AO3, IBRAHIM NO4, MOSANYA JT5, SULEIMAN BT6, OYEWOLE AO7 & EEGUNRANTI BA8

Background: Risky substance use is associated with significant morbidity worldwide. Although persons engaged in gambling activities are generally at risk of problematic substance use, little is known about substance use among persons that engage in gambling activities despite recent proliferation of venues in Nigeria. The study aimed to determine the prevalence of substance use and associated factors in persons engaged in gambling activities. Methods: This was a descriptive cross sectional design. Participants were recruited from 19 gambling locations identified in 5 randomly selected administrative wards. South oaks gambling screen and Alcohol, Smoking and substance involvement test were administered. Results: One hundred and forty six patrons (84.9%) agreed to participate in the study. Mean age was 27.5years (SD = 8.57). Majority were male (89.7%), single (64.4%) and betted on pools (80.8%). Risky use of alcohol (32.2%) was most common, followed by tobacco (21.9%) and cannabis (4.8%). Risky use of any of the psychoactive substances was found to be significantly related to age (Mann Whitney U-test, z =-4.098, P < 0.001), income (Mann Whitney U-test, z = -3.025, P = 0.002) and amount spent on gambling (Mann Whitney U-test, z =-3.004, P =0.003). Risky alcohol use was associated with marital status, age (Mann-Whitney U-test, z =-3.621, P < 0.001) and income (Mann-Whitney U-test, z = -2.428, P = 0.015). Conclusion: These findings highlight the need to consider integrating screening of substance programs in evaluations of persons engaged in gambling activities. Preventive interventions targeting common risk factors may save costs in resource constrained settings.