This study aimed at establishing the relationship between dermatoglyphic patterns and academic performance of students in Madonna University. A total of 200 students voluntarily participated in this study which was selected randomly. Validated questionnaire was distributed to the students, and their right and left hand fingerprints were collected simultaneously using digital scanning method. The data were tested using mood median test, Pearson Chisquare analysis of association and fitness regression model. The mood’s median test of the result showed that the differences in the median score for the different patterns and academic patterns were not significant for the entire right digit (p>0.05) while for the left, all the digits were not showing differences in the patterns and academic performance except the left index digit (p<0.05). Also, the test of association between finger patterns and academic performance was observed to be significant only in the right little finger while the left fingers showed no significant association between the variables. The study also showed no significant difference between ATD angle and academic performance of Madonna University students as Regression Model (R-square value) at zero indicate no accuracy in the prediction (P>0.05). In conclusion this study has shown that there is significant association between finger patterns (especially right little finger and left index finger) and academic performance. However, ATD angle on the other hand did not show any significant difference with academic performance among the students. This implies that while finger patterns may be used to predict academic performance, ATD angle on the other hand may not serve a better tool in predicting academic performance among Madonna University students.

The fingerprint examination is one of the most reliable methods of personal identification in forensic science due to the uniqueness and permanence of friction ridge patterns. In addition to primary ridge characteristics and minutiae, microscopic features such as sweat pores (level 3 fingerprint details) provide valuable information for detailed Forensic analysis. The present study was conducted to evaluate the potential of sweat pores characteristics in determining the age and sex of individuals through Poroscopic examination of fingerprints. A total of 150 participants were included in the study and categorized into three different age groups, each consisting of 25 males and 25 females. The fingerprint samples collected from all participants were examined under a digital microscope at 50x magnification, and specific pore parameters such as pore size, pore shape, interspacing between pores, and pore density were analysed. The combined analysis of these pore parameters indicates that poroscopy can provide useful microscopic information that may assist forensic examiners in estimating the approximate age group and differentiating between individuals based on sweat pore characteristics.

The arch of the foot provides an elastic, springy connection between the forefoot and hindfoot. The aim of this study is to assess the plantar arch index and prevalence of flat feet among indigenes of Ikwerre local government area, Rivers State aged 18-60. The study is a cross-sectional study using random sampling technique to select participants., Staheli’s index was used to calculate the plantar arch index. Statistical analysis was done using SPSS version 25.0. A total of 107 males (53.5%) and 93 females (46.5%) were assessed to determine whether there were statistically significant gender differences in foot length, midfoot breadth, heel breadth, and arch index. The results show that males had a slightly higher mean foot length (25.17 cm) compared to females (24.60 cm). The t-test value of 1.99 and a p-value of 0.048 indicate that this difference is statistically significant at p < 0.05. This suggests the presence of sexual dimorphism in foot length, meaning that men in this population generally have longer feet than women. For midfoot breadth, males recorded a mean of 5.03 cm, while females had a mean of 4.89 cm. The t-test value (0.95) and p-value (0.34) show that this difference is not statistically significant, implying that both genders have similar midfoot widths. Regarding heel breadth, the mean values for males (7.96 cm) and females (7.93 cm) were nearly identical. The t-test value (0.37) and p-value (0.97) further confirm that there is no significant difference between males and females in heel width. Similarly, the arch index had a mean value of 0.83 for males and 0.80 for females. With a t-test value of 0.67 and a p-value of 0.49, the result shows no significant difference between genders. This suggests that both males and females in this population share similar arch structures and proportions. In summary, the only statistically significant gender difference observed was in foot length, with males exhibiting longer feet than females. However, no significant differences were found in mid foot breadth, heel breadth, or arch index. This indicates that while men generally have longer feet, the overall structural proportions and arch configurations of the feet are similar across both sexes in the studied population

Background: Stress is highly prevalent among young adults aged 18–25 years due to academic, social, and emotional challenges. Recent research suggests that genetic factors, including ABO and Rh blood groups, may influence individual susceptibility to stress. Aim: To evaluate the association between ABO and Rh blood groups and stress levels among individuals aged 18–25 years. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study was conducted at KMCRI College, Hubli, over a period of 6 months. A total of 150 participants were included using convenience sampling. Data regarding demographic profile and blood group were collected, and stress levels were assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS-10). Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS, and associations were tested using the Chi-square test. Results: The majority of participants were aged 20–21 years (30.7%), with a slight male predominance (54.7%). Blood group O (37.3%) was the most common, and most participants were Rh positive (88.0%). Moderate stress was observed in 52.0% of participants. A statistically significant association was found between ABO blood group and stress levels (p = 0.021), while gender and Rh factor showed no significant association. Conclusion: ABO blood group may play a role in stress susceptibility among young adults. Further studies are required to establish causal relationships.

Background: Tashrīḥ-ul-Badan (anatomy) occupies a foundational position in the Unani system of medicine. Although the anatomical framework of this system is rooted in classical Greek traditions, it has undergone significant expansion, empirical critique, and refinement within the Greco-Arabic medical paradigm during the Islamic Golden Age. Objective: This study systematically examined the historical evolution of anatomical knowledge within the Unani system of medicine by analyzing how classical texts prescribed the operationalization of this knowledge in diagnostic reasoning, therapeutic interventions, and surgical procedures. Methods: This study employed a structured qualitative historical review methodology underpinned by systematic textual analysis of classical Greco-Arabic medical literature. The systematic nature involved defined criteria for primary source selection, a multi-stage content analysis framework including open coding and thematic synthesis, and a comparative evaluation strategy to ensure robust interpretation. Findings: The analysis revealed three interrelated themes concerning Tashrīḥ-ul-Badan: foundational Greek influence, critical refinement by Arabic physicians, and continuous integration into diagnostic and surgical practice. Evidence from the literature demonstrates how historical scholars have envisioned anatomical knowledge that actively guided clinical reasoning and operative procedures. Conclusion: Canonical texts meticulously prescribed Tashrīḥ-ul-Badan as an operational clinical science rather than a static theoretical discipline. This advanced anatomical framework was designed to directly inform diagnostics, therapeutic strategies, and surgical interventions, highlighting the profound clinical sophistication championed by Greco-Arabic medical scholarship. This demonstrates a commitment to anatomically informed practice that resonates with the spirit of rigorous clinical anatomy in modern medicine, despite differing methodologies and technological capabilities.

This study aimed to evaluate the morphometric characteristics and anatomical variations of the atlas (first cervical vertebra) in the North-East Bihar population to support safer surgical interventions at the craniovertebral junction. A descriptive cross-sectional osteological study was conducted on 70 dried, intact adult atlas vertebrae using a Vernier caliper for precise measurements. Parameters assessed included vertebral canal dimensions, superior and inferior articular facets, and anterior and posterior arch heights. The results demonstrated a mean atlas width of 69.03 mm, with consistent vertebral canal dimensions indicating adequate space for neurovascular structures. Most parameters showed bilateral symmetry, except for the transverse diameter of the superior articular facet, which was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Overall, the findings revealed low variability and a homogeneous pattern, suggesting structural stability with minor functional adaptations. These morphometric insights are clinically relevant for surgical planning and instrumentation at the craniovertebral junction.