Radiance Research AcademyInternational Journal of Current Research and Review2231-21960975-52411716EnglishN2025August30Life Sciences Is the Decline in Rainfall the Main Cause of Selective Mortality of Pterocarpus Lucens in Northern Burkina Faso?     English0107Koala JonasEnglish Diawara SataEnglish Lassina SanouEnglish Sawadogo LouisEnglish Introduction: Pterocarpus lucens has ecological and socio-economic importance for arid and semi-arid zone of West Africa. Unfortunately, in recent decades its selective mortality has been noted in sub-Sahelian zone. Declining of groundwater levels, anthropogenic pressure on species and termites are cited as causes. Although these natural and anthropogenic disturbances seem pertinences, this study aimed to analyze intrinsic physiological responses of this species to adapt to its environment condi tion that is becoming increasingly arid. Materials & Methods: Leaves water potential (Ψ) with its attributes (predawn water potential (Ψb), midday water potential (Ψm) and the range (ΔΨ) between (Ψb) and (Ψm)) were measured in two sites with contrasted water conditions using pressure chamber. Complementary variable such as water content (WC) and water relative content (RWC) were measured and analyzed. Results: Results showed that Midday and predawn water potential were significantly lowest (P 0.05). Conclusion: These results suggest that the species is experiencing unfavorable water conditions at the Dori site and could partly explain its selective mortality. Further studies will be necessary to determine other factors and their impact on the phenomenon. EnglishWater potential, Water stress, Climate change, Pterocarpus lucens, Adaptation of plants, Burkina Fasohttp://ijcrr.com/abstract.php?article_id=4867http://ijcrr.com/article_html.php?did=4867 1. Ngom D, Agbangba EC, Fall T, Diatta S, Akpo LE. 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Radiance Research AcademyInternational Journal of Current Research and Review2231-21960975-52411716EnglishN2025August30Healthcare “Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Program (STP) on Knowledge & Attitude regarding Dementia among Adults in selected villages at Kolar”       English0814Sheshadri K.SEnglish Praveen LoniEnglish Introduction: Dementia is a growing public health concern, especially with the increasing aging population. Adequate knowl edge and a positive attitude towards dementia are crucial for early detection, management, and reducing stigma. Aim/Objectives: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program (STP) on improving knowledge and attitude regarding dementia among adults in selected villages of Kolar. Methods: A quasi-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was used. Sixty adults were selected using a non-probability convenient sampling technique. Data was collected using a Structured Knowledge Interview Schedule (SKIS) and a Structured Attitude Interview Schedule (SAIS). Participants underwent a pretest assessment, followed by an STP intervention, and a post test was conducted using the same tool. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis. Results: The mean pretest knowledge score was 12.77 (SD = 2.168), which significantly improved to 21.9 (SD = 1.591) in the post-test (t = 24.231, p < 0.001). Similarly, the mean attitude score increased from 27.03 (SD = 5.129) to 31.13 (SD = 2.325) (t = 5.094, p < 0.001), indicating a statistically significant improvement. Conclusion: The findings suggest that the Structured Teaching Program was effective in enhancing knowledge and fostering a positive attitude towards dementia among adults. Such educational interventions can play a crucial role in community-based dementia awareness and prevention strategies. 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