RESEARCH HUB International Multidisciplinary Research Journal http://rhimrj.co.in/index.php/rhimrj <p>The RESEARCH HUB International Multidisciplinary Research Journal [RHIMRJ] is an international double blind, peer-reviewed, online journal in English, Hindi and Gujarati languages that provides platform to the academicians and scholars to enrich their expertise in multidisciplinary research areas. The journal offers rigorous peer review (double blind) and fast publication. The RHIMRJ enables the wide dissemination of research articles, review articles, short communications to the global community without restriction. 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This study conducts a thorough analysis of characters such as Portia in ‘The Merchant of Venice’, Desdemona in ‘Othello’, Lady Macbeth in ‘Macbeth’, and Cleopatra in ‘Antony and Cleopatra’, exploring how Shakespeare portrays women who, despite being restricted by patriarchal conventions, demonstrate resourcefulness, intelligence, and resilience. These characters exemplify various methods of agency—through subversive humor, tactical concealment, ethical steadfastness, or unabashed self-assertion. Marilyn French contends that Shakespeare’s female characters “redefine justice and power through compassionate intelligence” (‘Shakespeare’s Division of Experience’), demonstrating how conventional feminine attributes may serve as formidable instruments in a patriarchal society. Simultaneously, Desdemona’s tragic susceptibility and Ophelia’s psychological disintegration reveal the sinister aspects of gendered power disparities, illustrating what Elaine Showalter describes as the “silencing effect of patriarchal expectations on female autonomy” (‘The Female Malady’). Shakespeare attacks conventional assumptions of femininity and agency through nuanced portrayals, exposing the intricate relationship between power and gender roles. This thesis contends that Shakespeare’s female characters transcend mere passivity or tragedy; they actively engage in their narratives, subverting the confines of their gender roles. Kiernan Ryan observes that they “inhabit a liminal space between resistance and compliance” (‘Shakespeare’s Universality: Here’s Fine Revolution’), exemplifying the enduring challenges women face in asserting agency and identity within constraining frameworks. This study enhances the comprehension of Shakespeare’s lasting impact on discourse surrounding gender, identity, and power by analyzing these characters through a contemporary critical perspective.</p> Barman Sukla Copyright (c) 2024 2024-08-31 2024-08-31 11 8 01 07 10.53573/rhimrj.2024.v11n8.001 Prevalence and Factors Associated with Non-adherence to Anti-Retroviral Therapy among Adult HIV Patients in the Catchment Ruhango Provincial Hospital http://rhimrj.co.in/index.php/rhimrj/article/view/318 <p>Background: Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) significantly improves health and prolongs the lives of individuals living with HIV. However, maintaining optimal adherence to ART remains a critical challenge. This study aims to investigate the incidence and contributing factors of non-adherence to ART among HIV patients at Ruhango Provincial Hospital in Rwanda. Methods: This cross-sectional study utilized a quantitative approach, conducted from January 2 to March 30, 2024. A total of 414 respondents participated, comprising 273 females (65.9%) and 141 males (34.1%). The mean age was 39.17 years (SD = 10.9), with age groups as follows: under 30 (18.6%), 30-39 (37.2%), 40-49 (26.8%), and 50 and above (17.4%). Marital status varied, with 263 (63.5%) married. Educational attainment was predominantly primary level (96.4%). Results: Out of the respondents, 334 (81%) were adherent to ART, while 80 (19%) exhibited non-adherence, defined as less than 90% adherence. Notably, individuals aged 30 to 39 (OR = 0.341, p = 0.014) and 40 to 49 (OR = 0.370, p = 0.030) were less likely to be non-adherent compared to those aged 50 and above. Additionally, those with lower perceived threat regarding HIV were also less likely to be non-adherent (OR = 0.510, p = 0.030). Conclusion: The prevalence of non-adherence to ART in Ruhango District Hospital is 19%. To improve adherence, tailored education addressing misconceptions about ART is essential, particularly for older patients. Future qualitative studies could further elucidate the personal experiences and barriers affecting adherence.</p> Justine Uwingabire Habimana Amos Copyright (c) 2024 2024-08-31 2024-08-31 11 8 08 14 10.53573/rhimrj.2024.v11n8.002 Ultrasonic Investigation of Tramadol Drug in Alcoholic Media at Different Thermal Environment http://rhimrj.co.in/index.php/rhimrj/article/view/319 <p>This research investigates the impact of temperature variations on the thermo-acoustic properties of tramadol drug in alcoholic solutions. The assessment and evaluation of molecular exchange interaction of alcoholic media and Tramadol drug at varied temperature have been observed under the ultrasonic mode within the range of frequency i.e. 2 MHz. By examining parameters such as ultrasonic velocity, density, viscosity, adiabatic compressibility, internal pressure, and relaxation time, we aim to gain insights into the molecular interactions and structural changes within the system. The peculiar deviation of these physical parameters confirms the structural change in the experimental solution so it is an appreciable sense shows the molecular interactions.&nbsp; Hence, it is obvious that the ultrasonic characterization in the given medium play a major role to search out physical and chemical properties. This study is crucial for understanding the potential effects of temperature on drug stability, solubility, and bioavailability, as well as the influence of alcohol on these properties. The findings of this research could have significant implications for drug formulation, storage, and administration, particularly in scenarios involving alcohol consumption.</p> Sanjay P. Ramteke Copyright (c) 2024 2024-08-31 2024-08-31 11 8 15 23 10.53573/rhimrj.2024.v11n8.003