#Ehsan Mani

[apod]

2024 March 6

M102: Edge-on Disk Galaxy Image Credit: NASA, ESA, Hubble; Processing: Ehsan Ebrahimian

Explanation: What kind of celestial object is this? A relatively normal galaxy -- but seen from its edge. Many disk galaxies are actually just as thin as NGC 5866, the Spindle galaxy, pictured here, but are not seen edge-on from our vantage point. A perhaps more familiar galaxy seen edge-on is our own Milky Way galaxy. Also cataloged as M102, the Spindle galaxy has numerous and complex dust lanes appearing dark and red, while many of the bright stars in the disk give it a more blue underlying hue. The blue disk of young stars can be seen in this Hubble image extending past the dust in the extremely thin galactic plane. There is evidence that the Spindle galaxy has cannibalized smaller galaxies over the past billion years or so, including multiple streams of faint stars, dark dust that extends away from the main galactic plane, and a surrounding group of galaxies (not shown). In general, many disk galaxies become thin because the gas that forms them collides with itself as it rotates about the gravitational center. The Spindle galaxy lies about 50 million light years distant toward the constellation of the Dragon (Draco).

∞ Source: apod.nasa.gov/apod/ap240306.html

[booasaur]

Unwell.

And another anon:

God damn Lioness had me going and then that. I clowned myself.

And another anon:

That was heartbreaking..... Cruz was used, Joe was used too to be very honest, they're all just pawns in The Game. All it will do is exactly like Cruz said, make another generation of terrorists, just because the rich wanted some more money. Aaliyah just sitting there - I wonder what's going on in her mind. I wish they'd been together one last time, if I was Cruz I'd wanted that for myself and Aaliyah was so willing because she wanted it for herself too. It's all so sad and nobody wins. They survived but at what cost? Aaliyah doesn't even know Cruz's real name, just her as Zara, a kind and honest friend. Does she know it was "Zara" that killed her father and fiancé? She will I guess. Is season 2 going to happen and would they continue with the story or just invent a new one? Would Aaliyah hate Cruz? Would Cruz come back to make amends (can she even?) or would she be so guilt-ridden she punishes herself instead?

Haha, yeahhhhh.

First: I was wrong. Have to say that up front, I was wrong about the ending! I really thought there'd be no way Cruz would be escaping at the end while Aaliyah was fine behind, I thought they simply wouldn't be able to resist having her die.

I should probably really do something about my pessimism because at first, I was operating on the assumption that Aaliyah was left alive to be part of next season and since that "creating the next generation of terrorists" line was immediately followed by a jump to Aaliyah putting together the pieces, I was like, oh, she's going to be the next big bad, so they've only delayed her death while also making her a terrorist. Hah, you can imagine how I felt about THAT.

But reading other people's reactions, I guess I only assumed this same set of characters would return and it might be a different mission led by Joe, since Zoe Saldana has indicated she's returning (if there's another season), or just, it could be something still continuing this overall mission...? I dunno, it felt kind of not only complete, but unnecessary? It all felt kind of unnecessary and pointless at the end, so then it's like, what's the point of the show at all? Like you said, third anon, it's just game pieces being moved around, how are we going to take the next thing seriously? Do it or not, it's just dollar signs to some people. Actually, I did admire that a bit, tbh, acknowledging for this particular audience what the war on terror really is, and also how so many US actions actually just create more terrorists.

Anyway, if this is the end of Cruz and Aaliyah's story, that is for SURE heartbreaking. One of the things I've always hated about BYGs it that they aside from a usually undeserved and too-early death for the character, it's also cutting short their story onsreen, and well, this might be another way of doing that. I'm not even sure what'll happen to Aaliyah, her family will blame her and limit her even more, and she was already feeling so trapped and as if nobody cared about her. And the one person who does, who really, really does, she'll think was just using her.

Tbh, I admire Cruz more for not going there that last time even as much as she wanted to, because with everything, that wouldn't have been fair to Aaliyah, to have the woman she slept with just minutes ago killing her dad and running off. In fact, I wonder, with how obvious Cruz was being, if Aaliyah will eventually realize at least some of it was real for her. She'll find out a lot about her, anyway, since Ehsan left it on his computer before running off.

My ultimate feelings about this really depend on how the next season's planned to go. Is this truly it for these two? Then I'm not sure I hate that, if it's left to our imagination what might happen, because I just don't think the Cruz we've seen wouldn't at least try to reach out to her. I could see her nobly staying away if it's what would help Aaliyah, but as it is, Aaliyah's stuck in a pretty tough spot!

But still, this IS better than a BYG to me because story has at least the potential to continue, one way or another. Deaths are so final. This reminds me of the s2 finale and hiatus for The 100, which, ignore what happened in s3, lol, but letting Lexa leave and then the fandom waiting to hear if she'd return. Both still alive, there are a lot of ways to come back from that.

[moongurl95]

Story time! I've had this blog for years (and lurked in many a fandom) but inspiration had never really hit me as hard as contributing fanfiction to Hogwarts Legacy - and in almost a year since I've started with my longfic, I've actually been distracted here and there to also write some one-shots for the fandom. So this is me updating my Pinned post and let's see how many more ideas get to tickle my sudden awakening in fanfiction writing! ✨

7 Times the Charm

Rating: General Audiences

Status: Oneshot ✧ Complete ☑️

Summary: It was no secret that the Three Broomsticks can also be considered a social gathering for the latest news, and Sirona Ryan, the owner was at the neck of it.

Or, a glimpse of a blooming relationship she'd observed since that Troll Attack in Hogsmeade.

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My Chaos and Revelry

Rating: Teen

Status: Oneshot ✧ Complete ☑️

Summary: “But, daddy, I love him!” I tried to make him hear me out –

“A mere boy from your school could never –“

“I’m having his baby!”

You’d be able to hear a pin drop at the ensuing silence that followed.

In which Sebastian is our wild boy and MC is just tired of all the bitching and moaning.

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Hogwarts Legacy: Read the Unwritten

Rating: Teen

Status: Longfic ✧ Ongoing 📜

Summary: This is a story we've all heard before— a Hero's Journey— one where it was all supposedly uneventful on the surface, until we meet our mentor, before we're then called on an adventure of a lifetime. But there isn’t really just one perspective to a story, and a single good deed doesn’t instantly make one a Hero.

So here’s a different take on the side quests that molded us as our characters, along with a rather sentient Field Guide, and an expectedly sad past that forged a young student to stomach the trials she had to endure.

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Headers and Dividers I've discovered from this amazing account here on Tumblr, you are a gift OP! 💕

MC / OC List

Currently a work in progress, at the moment of writing this, I have yet to get around to birthing a boy Hufflepuff and a girl Gryffindor 🤣 i'll get around to creating Character Charts for my other babes one way or another 🥹

One thing to note is that my MCs exist in different universes from each other but my OCs coincide with their respective House MCs:

Beatrice Hayes (MC)

Anthony Reinhart (OC)

Cerestina Anguis (MC)

Ehsan Kama (MC)

Phoebe Fidelis (MC)

Liam Kyteler (MC)

[partiallyderived]

assign ur moots to a desi song!!!

ooh i love this questionnnn

okay so, i'd like to start off by saying that if i forget anyone — my brain is fried. you can always come into my inbox asking for a song, okay? these are just the people i can relate to a song off the top of my head at the moment.

songs under the cut

@taerrrrrae — moni is always so level-headed and optimistic, which makes me want to give her a more mellow song like sawaar loon.

@daintydongyoung — bae. baeby. jaanam. the partner to my 10 pm breakdowns on insta. for her, a song that reminds me of her nakhre: tinku jiya.

@mins-fins/ @luvjiun / @itsmattchou / @itaerae — for the explanation, kindly search up the meaning of the lyrics to chanda hai tu, mera suraj hai tu.

@jaylaxies — for aria di, the lyrics "raat bhar nahi sohndiyan" fit best, no? we've spent so many early morning hours freaking out over jay bhaiyya. so: mumbai dilli di kudiyaan.

@terazono-keita — misa is quite infamous for their love for keita. in honour of their love, i give them yeh fitoor mera.

@zerobaseonefics — for someone as hilarious and entertaining as venom — chale jaise hawaien.

@incorrectzbone — tu jaane na. it's in the lyrics, lexie.

@urielphix — for uriel, who is one of the first people i screamed about bp to (after it had finished airing), i give: ehsan tera hoga mujh par.

[sagemonsters]

A Tiger of Persia

Summary: Sirvan, a disabled veteran of Xerxes the Great’s campaign against the Greeks in the fifth century BCE, returns home seeking a wife. Set with the seemingly impossible task of capturing and taming a tiger in exchange for a woman’s hand in marriage, Sirvan finds himself initially despairing… and then realizing that he was, perhaps, searching for love in the wrong place.

Status: SFW (for now)

Pairing: cis male weretiger x cis male human

Chapter 2 of ???

(See the end of this post for historical footnotes)

first chapter

*

Sirvan traveled for three days and three nights, climbing higher and higher into the Zagros Mountains on trails that grew more narrow and stony with each passing parasang (1). At last, however, he reached a village so small that it had no name and was marked on no map, and here the headman offered him succor in the form of sweet wine and coarse flatbread. He also offered Sirvan a place before his own hearth, and stabling for the gray mare, and for this Sirvan gave him a sigloi (2), for which the headman thanked him profusely.

“Even the peddlers have stopped coming,” the headman, Ehsan, said as he sat and supped with Sirvan in the dusk of the coming night. “That monstrous cat raids our flocks and attacks any traveler unwise enough to venture upon the roads at night…”

Sirvan paused. “A monstrous cat?” he asked.

“Yes,” Ehsan said, nodding. “Its hide is bright as an orange, but streaked with fingers of night. And its eyes… I swear, Angra Mainyu (3) looks out from those terrible eyes.”

“You saw it?” Sirvan pressed.

“No,” Ehsan admitted, “but a shepherd did, and he told me what he saw when the beast attacked him before he died of his wounds. Are you, perchance, seeking this beast?”

“I am seeking it,” Sirvan confirmed, and he told Ehsan of his bargain with Salman.

Ehsan could only shake his head in wonder. “This Mahya must be as beautiful as the dawn to be worth such a bride-price. Good fortune to you, Sirvan, but I cannot say I envy your task.”

“It will be worth a song or two when it is finished,” Sirvan said.

“Just be careful not to become a hero—I am sure you have no wish to die a glorious death before you say your wedding vows, eh?” Ehsan said, and laughed. But there was an edge of fear in his laughter, and Sirvan did not join him.

In the morning, Sirvan mounted the gray mare and ranged far through the surrounding countryside, searching for tiger tracks or recent kills. He spoke with shepherds and goatherds, many of whom reported losses of livestock to the beast, but none who had seen it and lived to tell the tale. At last, while debating whether and where he should stop for a midday meal, Sirvan came across a man seated cross-legged atop a boulder beside the road.

“Good day to you,” Sirvan said.

The man looked down at him with his chin propped on his fist. His hair was long and dark, his kilt and mantle—worn in the loose style of the Indian kingdoms—ragged, and his eyes stark and tawny in his deep brown face. Sirvan had the uncomfortable feeling that he was talking to a bandit or highwayman of some kind, and had to stop himself from reaching for the comfort of his sword-hilt at his hip.

“Good day,” the man replied. His Persian was accented but not halting or forced. “What brings you into the mountains, traveler?”

“I’m searching for the striped cat that is terrorizing the folk of this region,” Sirvan said. 

“Ah, the tiger?” the man replied. “Good luck. He is a man-eater, that one.”

“He?” Sirvan pressed. “You know its sex?”

“Oh, yes,” the man said. He produced a handful of dried figs from a pocket and began eating them one by one. “I was with him when he was brought from Panchala (4) in an iron cage for a prince’s amusement. They poked him with sticks through the bars and laughed when he roared in anger at their mockery.”

“You were his keeper, then?”

The man ate another fig. “Something like that,” he agreed, his voice as mild as fresh cream. 

“What is your name?” Sirvan asked.

“Call me Dhvasanti,” the man answered. “And you?”

“Sirvan, son of Jamshid the cloth merchant, from Susa.”

Dhvasanti ate the last of his figs and dusted his hands. He slid down from the boulder to stand in the road in front of the gray mare and her rider. “Are you here to kill the tiger, Sirvan?”

“No. I want to take him alive,” Sirvan answered, and once more explained his agreement with Salman. Dhvasanti listened with his hands on his hips, his tawny eyes intent upon Sirvan’s face as the other man spoke. 

“Are you planning to capture this tiger alone?” Dhvasanti asked when Sirvan had finished.

Sirvan snorted. “Do not mistake me for a fool,” he said. “I will hire some local hunters when I have found his lair and am ready to set the trap. I know better than to take on such a beast without help.”

“Well, it seems you are not completely stupid,” Dhvasanti said. “I will accompany you.”

“Thank you, but I have no need for your aid as of now.”

Dhvasanti scoffed. “Please,” he said. “You have been wandering along these trails for hours with no sign of the tiger; I have seen you and your horse here and there. You need someone who is familiar with the animal to help you find it.”

Sirvan raised an eyebrow. “How kind of you to volunteer,” he said dryly.

“When we get the tiger back to Susa, will you perform a favor for me?” Dhvasanti asked. “A small and reasonable favor to show your appreciation for my invaluable services?” 

Sirvan frowned. “That is very vague. How do you expect me to agree to something when I do not even know the nature of what you desire?”

Dhvasanti waved a hand in dismissal. “Oh, worry not—I am not yet sure either,” he said, but then his eyes sharpened upon Sirvan. “But how do you expect to find this tiger when you never leave the roads? Please do not tell me that you truly believe this tiger walks solely upon the smoothed trails made by men for the use of men.”

Sirvan huffed through his nose; that observation was a little too accurate. “Very well,” he said. “I accept your help.”

Dhvasanti smiled. His teeth were even and very white. “Excellent,” he said. 

Sirvan dismounted from the gray mare, and led her by the reins as Dhvasanti headed into the mountain scrub bordering the narrow road. He was all too aware that this alleged former tiger-keeper might very well be luring him into a bandit’s ambush, so he kept his other hand close to the hilt of his sword. The harsh terrain was wearisome, however, especially on Sirvan’s injured knee, and soon he was limping and gritting his teeth against the flaring pain.

Dhvasanti looked back, then slowed his pace to a leisurely walk so that Sirvan could keep up easily. Noon came, and they each ate their day’s ration and drank from their waterskins beneath the sparse shade of a scraggly, crooked tree. The gray mare lipped at the tough mountain grasses nearby, but did not seem to find anything to her liking.

Dhvasanti stood, motioned for Sirvan to remain seated, and then wandered about the area. After several minutes he waved the Persian over and gestured at the ground.

“Tiger tracks,” he declared.

Imprinted in the soft mud left by the receding winter rains was, undeniably, a series of paw prints. They did not belong to a bear, boar, or wolf, which meant—

“They do seem to be so,” Sirvan observed. “Well done.”

When he looked up, Dhvasanti was once more examining him with those wild tawny eyes. “Why is this Mahya worth so much that you would seek out one of the most dangerous beasts in the world for her?” he asked.

Sirvan sighed. “As silly as it may seem, I have yearned for her since before I was a man. When I served under the banner of Khshayarsha the Great (5), my thoughts were filled with nothing but what it would be like to come home to a welcoming wife and a family of my own in Susa.”

“But do you know her?” Dhvasanti pressed. “I confess, as a foreigner more familiar with the customs of the Buddhists and Hindus of my homeland, you Persians are very strange to me… but surely unmarried women are not allowed to socialize freely with eligible young men? How can you know her well enough to desire her so fiercely? Unless, of course, you have come to know her in ways that her father would not approve of.”

Sirvan narrowed his eyes. “I have never so much as spoken to her without a chaperone present,” he said. It was the truth; the few face-to-face interactions that Sirvan had had with Mahya had been entirely proper and watched over by multiple older relatives.

“Then why her?” Dhvasanti continued. “Why not some other woman whose father does not demand the capture of a live tiger in exchange for her hand?”

“It must be her. It has always been her,” Sirvan said.

Dhvasanti shook his head, but had no rebuttal to this.

They followed the tracks through the steeply-sided hills for the rest of the day, but found neither lair nor den before nightfall. 

“Do you want to return to the village?” Dhvasanti asked as the twilight deepened. “We will have to hurry.”

“No,” Sirvan answered. “If we keep a fire going, I am sure the tiger will keep his distance. There is plenty of other prey about these hills for him to catch.”

“Brave,” Dhvasanti commented. He smiled. “I have a feeling we will be safe tonight.”

“Will you help me get the fire started?” Sirvan asked, and Dhvasanti did so. With the blaze crackling merrily between them, the two men reclined amid the scrub. The gray mare was hobbled close by, both to ensure that she would not wander away and to keep her safe from any potential nighttime threats. It was a clear night; the stars and waxing gibbous moon wheeled overhead, and the faint breeze was crisp and cool.

“Tell me of yourself, Dhvasanti,” Sirvan said. “What brought you to Persia alongside the tiger, and what keeps you here?”

Dhvasanti threw a twig into the fire. The flames turned his tawny eyes to burning gold. “I was a slave,” he admitted. “I wore an iron collar and danced when threatened with a whip. I was brought here against my will, but now that I am free… I am not sure what I want. I have no family and no desire to return to Panchala. I suppose I am simply waiting for a sign of what to do next.” 

Sirvan nodded. “I will pray for your safe travels when you decide what it is you shall do.”

Dhvasanti’s fierce eyes softened slightly as he looked up from the fire. “You are a kind man, albeit foolish when it comes to women.”

Sirvan huffed. “And you are annoying,” he grumbled. 

Dhvasanti chuckled. “I will take the first watch,” he declared. “Sleep, Sirvan, and tomorrow we will see if we can find this tiger for you.”

*

Footnotes

Parasang = a pre-Islamic unit of distance used in Persia. One parasang is equivalent to 30 Greek stades (according to Herodotus), and is approximately 3.3 English miles.

Sigloi = silver coinage minted in the Achaemenid Empire after the year 500 BCE, first introduced by Darius I. 

Angra Mainyu = the name of the greatest force of darkness, evil, and chaos in Zoroastrianism

Panchala = an oligarchic state of northern India from this time period

Khshayarsha the Great = “Khshayarsha” is the Old Persian name of a certain king better known in the West as Xerxes

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[heavenwontbethe-same]

If you have been tagged, you were a part of my taglist when I used to write cursed fics. I have one scheduled to be posted soon but I don't know how many of you guys are still interested. If you are, please let me know if you'd continue to like being tagged, because I will take no response as you being no longer interested.

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[rehamramzi]

Nostalgia- (1960s- 1970s)

Nostalgia has always been my friend. When no one was around, the feeling of nostalgia was a company. Even though I did not have the privilege of being born during the golden period, 1960s and 1970s, I don’t know what it’s to be like living in that era, yet a bittersweet nostalgia engulfs me when I think about it.

The allure of Rajesh Khanna movies, the purity of old-fashioned romance, and the timeless classics by Kishore Kumar all carry a sense of comfort and warmth.

There is a deep, emotional connection to something I’ve never witnessed, people I’ve never met, lifestyle I’ve never come close to and feelings of simplicity I don’t think I’ll ever experience.

The elegance of a cotton saree, the richness of authentic Indian culture and the modest way of life—they transport me to days gone by. I yearn for the time when people found solace in reading dusty brown books lining in cracked shelves.

Above all, i miss the significance of letters. The lost art of pouring out emotions on a piece of paper when it becomes difficult to express yourself into spoken words.

When innocent gazes from right across the street could lead to people sending love letters and igniting a lifelong love…

When lifestyle was humble, cherishing valuable moments with family was appreciated and people melted their day’s exhaustion over a cup of chai and good company.

And When people lied at home and sneaked out to watch Shammi Kapoor’s latest hits.

From Trams, rickshaws, telephones to vintage cassettes on the radio, I find myself obsessing over the simplest of the retro things.

I cannot put into words how I feel when I stumble upon a 1970s cassette set or when I come across pictures clicked in 1963.

It leads me to contemplate my hypothetical existence as what my life would’ve been like if I was present in that moment. Would I have chosen a path as a teacher? Or a skilled weaver?

Perhaps, my role would have involved fostering a sense of community by hosting the neighborhood children for a cup of chai and some namkeen. My heart feels full and my eyes become blurry when I think about “what could’ve been” , “how would it feel” , “when could’ve been better” .

These feelings and thoughts occupy my mind and leave me thinking some parts of me belong to an era which has no clue about my existence.

I feel a disconnection from my own generation as if I am displaced from my people, not being able to resonate with any of them.

When the present fails to provide any of those sentiments that I ache for, I find myself engaged in the past, seeking nostalgic experiences. It is fascinating how an era we never personally encountered can have such a deep and emotional impact on our lives, resonating with us in so many ways, leaving an indelible mark on our lives.

This bittersweet feeling makes me want to wear a Banarasi silk saree and lie down on a hammock, listening to Lata Mangeshkar Ji’s “Ehsan Tera Hoga Mujhpar” .

[rosiewitchescottage]

Muslim Woman says Britishness needs to Return - Askin the most Muslim pl...

A great example of how many issues can need to be tackled at the same time.

As our host ‘Shay’ said at the start, freedom of religion is important to the British People. We’ve had periods of brutal religious persecution during our history, and we don’t want a repetition of it.

Yes. The Church of England is the ‘official’ religion. But that does NOT mean that no one can practice any other Faith. 

We have many Catholics and other Christian Denominations. We have Muslims, Hindus, Sikhs, Jews, Buddhists, Pagans. All free to practice, without risk of being punished for it by the state.

All that’s required is that we practice in keeping with The Law. And that’s fine by me. The Law is one of the things that unites us as British Citizens, regardless of religious and cultural differences.

Katherine Birbalsingh Dr Rakib Ehsan and others talk about Multiculturalism this way too. 

People are free to practice their own faith and culture. But we should all be united by being British Citizens.

And if you’re living here, but don’t want to be a ‘British Citizen’, then one has to wonder what you’re doing here at all.

Shay talks here about a gentleman who came here from India wanting a ‘different life’. But was shocked that our country didn’t look like he was expecting.

We hear a Muslim lady talking about ‘British Values’ needing to return, because the country has changed so much.

Dammit. I’m disgusted to hear about the rise of Anti Muslim Hate since 9/11. That’s an outrage!

Have disagreements and concerns with any religion? Then a British Citizen should be free to express them. 

BUT hating, harassing and abusing people, simply for practicing any particular religion? No, No, No!

No one should be judged for good or bad, simply on account of what religion they practice, or none.

Only HOW we do so, should matter.

 Islamists who want to bring Shariah Law here? We should fight that, all the way.

But the many Muslims just peacefully practicing their faith should be left to do so in safety and with a respect that we have every right to ask to be mutual.

Two young Muslim guys saying that someone asked them if they had bombs inside their jackets.

If that happened, then I’m far from OK with it. 

It’s one thing to challenge someone who is behaving in a suitably dubious manner. 

The guy carrying the bomb at The Manchester Arena was just such a person. There should have been zero qualms about challenging him, but he wasn’t.

Quite another to ask two young men on the street if they’re carrying bombs, just because of their religion.

None of that helps us to deal with the real problems. In fact it hinders it!

There’s ZERO reasons why we can’t support people practicing their own faiths and cultures, within our British Laws.

 Whilst also practicing the religious and cultural traditions that have been part of British Life for centuries, and longer.

If people want to come and share their lives with us here. Then let’s show them British Values to share and be united by, as well as having the freedom to follow their own faith.

That’s a Multiculturalism that I’ll support up to the hilt.

https://rakibehsan.com/diversity-without-shared-values-is-a-recipe-for-disaster-rakib-ehsan-on-the-lessons-from-the-uk/

[dumbviolet]

Unlovable

I'm just 21, but oh lord I'm already tired,

I thus declare to quit this plight of finding the one that's mine,

Go ahead and call me a coward.

I feel emotions a little too much they say, it's too overwhelming for them to handle,

I quietly assure them not to worry anymore As this bodily container of mine that once was full of the liquid of a cupid is now drained to the core.

It has happened so many times more that I've just lost count,

Chipping away at my heart piece by piece, makes it brittle, making it even more bitter.

Every other time that I trade my body in the hope of feeling that tender touch of love, The brutal humour of destiny turns my perception of you into an illusion,

Leaving my heart a deflated balloon of delusion.

Perhaps I missed picking the element of being lovable while others queued for their share,

I shoved myself too deep into the poison of desire,

Filling my cup till it brimmed with a dangerous fire.

I really wish that I could master the art of waiting and be one of the greater women,

But the anxious attachment embedded in my soul makes the thought of letting you go even unable to fathom.

What was so hard to give that I demanded really?

A question I ask to the divine every time I lose that I never had, repetitively!

A bunch of lilies and handwritten letters,

Someone who is keen to know my interests,

Someone who would consider it leisure to spend the whole day just lying with me in the sheets,

Listening to my silly rants while holding me close enough to learn the rhythm of my heartbeats.

Nevertheless I'm glad that it is all over,

The heartache, the butterflies, the shared laughter.

Now I just need to figure out how to get rid of these lingering memories, the longing for the stranger who was never truly mine.

I shall no longer endeavour to seek this futile fued of redoing the prophecy,

After all, my body has been begging me to stop being reckless with it, I've understood that acceptance is the key.

I've finally accepted the wretched death of my teenage dream, oh lord I'm really tired.

[entrepreneurshipsecrets]

Born or Made? The Inspiration behind Young Entrepreneurs

It is easy to think that entrepreneurs are born and that if you do not have that entrepreneurial gift, you will have no chance. After all, we can all think of examples of people who seemed to have risen effortlessly to success. However, this is likely to be deceptive as even the youngest entrepreneurs have put in a lot of hard work to get them to where they are. Instead, there are likely to be a lot of factors that contribute to the creation of a young entrepreneur, including the motivation that inspires them to keep trying and never give up.

Controlling their own destiny

Growing up, it can often feel like someone else is always in control, such as parents and teachers. The desire to control their own lives drives many young people. This can result in teenage rebellion and ‘going off the rails’, but for some, it inspires them to create a life where they can take control. In this instance, rather than seeking employment once they are adults, they instead want to own their own business where they call the shots. Beyond that, they want to be the ones who help create the future that awaits them.

Making a difference

It becomes clear that entrepreneurs are made rather than born when you consider their backgrounds and upbringing. Entrepreneurs often aren’t the lucky ones growing up in a privileged lifestyle, instead, they have often had to overcome considerable hardship and are only too aware of the problems in the world. The desire to solve those problems, create ways to make the world and people’s lives better and to generally make a difference inspires many entrepreneurs. This may be in the form of tackling the climate crisis through green enterprises or bringing prosperity and opportunity to a particular area. A good example of the latter category is the story of Afghan-born business leader Ehsan Bayat, who left Afghanistan after the Russian invasion in 1980 but who always hoped to return to make a difference. After the fall of the Taliban, he returned to establish several businesses, as well as the Bayat Foundation, which has improved maternity care and provides support for new mothers, orphan care, education, and an entrepreneurship program for widows, women, and youth to provide opportunities for Afghans today to prosper.

The thrill of the challenge

Many young entrepreneurs are drawn to entrepreneurship because they love a challenge. These young people are driven and motivated, always on the lookout for new ways to test themselves. This could lead them in many directions, such as into sports or academia, both paths that offer their own challenges. However, if coupled with some of the other motivations mentioned above, it can lead many into entrepreneurship. Conceiving, setting up, and managing an enterprise is full of challenges, with many hurdles to success and countless competitors. For young entrepreneurs, these problems to tackle are part of the attraction.

Innovation

Young people look to the future more than any other group in society and are keen to help shape it. Their minds are brimming with ideas regarding what they would like to see in the future, and they are keen to do whatever it takes to bring those ideas to fruition. The desire to innovate can be a particular motivation for those whose entrepreneurial mindset is paired with creativity and imagination. They will also be ready to embrace the innovations of others, keen to explore the latest developments in technology and science and use these developments to enhance their own innovations and ideas. Young entrepreneurs are keen learners, always interested in finding out more about the different ways they can develop their business ideas.

Recognition

Like most people, young entrepreneurs are, in part, driven by the opinions of others. Initially, a young entrepreneur can be buoyed by the support and praise of their families and friends. However, the opportunity for recognition can go beyond the young entrepreneur’s immediate circle. They may be featured in the local or even national press. They may win business awards or be awarded bursaries to help them further grow their enterprise. There are also mentorships available, as experienced entrepreneurs have the necessary experience to teach their younger counterparts about achieving success in a competitive world.

Born or made?

 Some of the characteristics that make an entrepreneur may be innate. Some people are born with an innovative streak or an interest in problem-solving, but this does not mean that you can only be an entrepreneur if you are born one. Instead, the opposite is true. Many aspects of a person’s upbringing can help fuel an entrepreneurial spirit, such as a desire to help others, to control your own destiny or to make a difference in a fast-changing world. Through a combination of personality traits, patience, and hard work, young people can be inspired to take their first steps toward an entrepreneurial career. Photo by Icons8 Team on Unsplash Read the full article

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Renowned Iranian Filmmaker Ehsan Muhammad Hasani Explores Collaboration with Marwah Studios

Noida: Marwah Studios, located in Noida Film City, recently welcomed esteemed Iranian filmmaker, Ehsan Muhammad Hasani, to discuss potential collaboration opportunities for a joint venture between India and Iran in film production. During his visit, Ehsan Muhammad Hasani expressed his admiration for the renowned media personality, Dr. Sandeep Marwah, and conveyed his eagerness to explore avenues for partnership.

Dr. Sandeep Marwah, while extending a warm welcome to Ehsan Muhammad Hasani, emphasized the studio’s commitment to promoting bilateral relations between India and Iran through the Indo Iran Film and Cultural Forum. He highlighted the significant efforts undertaken by the International Chamber of Media and Entertainment Industry (ICMEI) in organizing various events aimed at fostering friendship and cooperation between the two nations.

“We are delighted to collaborate with an esteemed filmmaker from Iran. Marwah Studios has been actively promoting cultural exchanges between India and Iran for many years through the Indo Iran Film and Cultural Forum. We look forward to further strengthening the bond between our countries,” remarked Dr. Sandeep Marwah.

Ehsan Muhammad Hasani expressed his admiration for the facilities at Marwah Studios and acknowledged its popularity in Iran. He conveyed his enthusiasm for the upcoming collaboration, expressing his intention to create meaningful cinematic content that resonates with audiences from both India and Iran.

The meeting also witnessed the presence of key dignitaries including the Counselor at the Embassy of Iran and Director of Iran Cultural House, Dr. Farid Faridasr. Dr. Faridasr emphasized the importance of creating content that strikes a chord with the hearts of both Indian and Iranian audiences, further fostering cultural understanding and appreciation.

The discussions held during the meeting pave the way for an exciting collaboration between Ehsan Muhammad Hasani and Marwah Studios, promising to deliver impactful cinematic experiences that transcend borders and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of both nations.

[primecare]

Finding Relief and Recovery: Dr. A.M. Ehsan - The Best Doctor for Dengue in Saharsa

Dengue, a mosquito-borne viral infection, can be a daunting and potentially life-threatening illness if not managed promptly and effectively. If you or a loved one in Saharsa is facing this health challenge, it's crucial to seek the care of an experienced and trusted medical professional. Enter Dr. A.M. Ehsan, the go-to expert for Dengue treatment in Saharsa.

Why Choose Dr. A.M. Ehsan for Dengue Treatment?

1. Expertise that Matters

Dr. A.M. Ehsan brings a wealth of medical expertise and experience to the table. With a specialization in infectious diseases and a focus on Dengue management, he has successfully treated numerous cases, earning the trust of patients and their families.

2. Personalized Care

Dengue affects individuals differently, and its severity can vary. Dr. Ehsan understands the importance of personalized care. He conducts a thorough evaluation to assess the stage of the disease and tailors treatment plans accordingly. This approach ensures that each patient receives the care they specifically need.

3. Prompt Diagnosis and Treatment

Time is of the essence when it comes to Dengue. Dr. Ehsan clinic is well-equipped with the latest diagnostic tools to swiftly and accurately confirm Dengue infection. Once diagnosed, he initiates treatment promptly to manage symptoms and prevent complications.

4. Comprehensive Management

Dengue can lead to complications, especially if not managed properly. Dr. Ehsan takes a holistic approach, not only addressing the immediate symptoms but also focusing on overall health and well-being. This comprehensive approach aids in a faster and more complete recovery.

5. Accessible and Approachable

In times of medical concern, accessibility to a trusted healthcare professional is crucial. Dr. A.M. Ehsan's clinic is conveniently located in Saharsa, ensuring that patients can seek care without delay. Moreover, he is known for his approachability and willingness to address patient queries and concerns.

6. Trusted by the Community

The reputation of a healthcare professional within the community speaks volumes. Dr. Ehsan has earned the trust and respect of Saharsa's residents through his dedication to providing high-quality healthcare services.

How to Reach Dr. A.M. Ehsan

Seeking treatment from Dr. A.M. Ehsan is just a phone call away. You can contact him at +918002456464 to schedule an appointment or to inquire about Dengue-related concerns. Rest assured that you or your loved one will receive the best care possible.

In times of health crises like Dengue, having a reliable and experienced healthcare provider is invaluable. Dr. A.M. Ehsan's commitment to excellence in Dengue treatment in Saharsa has made him the preferred choice for many. If you're in need of Dengue-related medical assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to him. Your health and well-being are his top priorities, and he's here to guide you on the path to recovery.

[filmyypeople]

‘Me’ playing different characters is like ‘Me’ playing different sides of  myself : Samar Vermani

23rd June, 2023 I Richa Devesar I Filmy People

Samar Vermani, a well known face in the advertising world, who’s done over 200 TVCs so far is currently playing Ehsan in Sony TV Serial Katha....Ankahee. He has become a big craze especially among girls. Fans are going crazy over him and his Instagram account is a proof of that. Although he is not very active on social media but his fan following is increasing day by day and he is being praised for his acting, looks and dressing style. Infact, people are liking him so much that they want him to be the lead. Well, that’s quite a rare thing to happen but is very much evident from the appreciation being showered by his fans on his Instagram profile. One fan writes ‘I watch Katha just because of you, sometimes I skip all parts and just watch yours’, another one says ‘I don’t have TV at my place but got the App installed because I am hooked to the serial just because of your character’ while another fan says ‘You are a very good actor and your acting looks very natural, you should have been the lead.’ Some complement him for his effortless acting skills and others for his cute looks.

He started modeling at a young age of 23. Its been more than 10 years now and he is still in demand for TVCs and that is something which keeps him going. He made his Bollywood Debut as a lead, in 2018 with the movie Lashtam Pashtam  although he was first seen in a supporting role in the film Jo Hum Chaahein in the year 2011.  Not just modeling and acting in TV Serials but Samar has done some interesting Video Albums too including Sajte ho with Devo Ke Dev - Mahadev serial fame actress Sonarika Bhadoriya and Show Men Some Love - Men's Day Spl (not to forget his presence in Punjabi Music Videos) before taking a plunge into the world of OTT with web series Girgit in 2021 and recently released Happy Family- Conditions Apply.  Its interesting to know that before Katha..Ankahee  he was seen in a serial called Shadi Jasoos (2018) too. And to everyone's surprise  Samar has also acted in a Srilankan Sinhala language movie called 'Kadira Divyaraja', a fantasy movie where he played the title role of Kadira. 

Samar, as Ehsan has got different shades in his character which gives him a chance to showcase his versatility. How many shades does he have in real life? Well, well, well, in real life, he is a very soft hearted, modest, fun loving and happy go lucky kind of guy and is an Engineer. A versatile and effortless actor who believes in doing different character everytime be it serials, web series or movies, hails from Chandigarh. He likes to keep a low profile and this gives us a good reason to peep in to his life to get to know this humble, gentle and talented actor more. So here we go....

My first question to you has to be regarding Katha. Ehsan is stealing hearts.! You are getting so much love and appreciation. What made you say yes to play Ehsan?

To be very honest, what made me say ‘Yes’ to Ehsan was Director Ravi Bhushan Sir who is just the best in the Television Industry and also the Production House. Then I got the narration of the character where I got to know that Ehsan is a happy go lucky guy who doesn’t think much before doing anything because he lives in NOW. Vo past ko sochke itna rota nahi hai aur future ko sochke itna tension nai leta (doesn’t cry thinking about past and takes no tension about future). And probably that is the phase of life I am in right now where I don’t want to think too much about what will happen in future and what has happened in the past, I wanna really focus on my present and just enjoy life as it comes. And there was one more co incidence that I was reading the book ‘Power of Now’ when this role was offered to me. So, I thought lets go and explore it.

Since you belong to our very own Chandigarh, please tell us about your stay here, your schooling and friends etc.

You know one actually doesn’t realize the value of one’s hometown till one leaves it. Same thing happened with me. I left the city and home for the very first time at 18,  to pursue my Engineering at Pune. Till then, I had not travelled much, more so because My Dad’s job was such that he could not take much off. So, I can say that it was first time for me to explore a different city on my own. And that’s when I realized the value of my city that O My God there is no other city like Chandigarh.

This is the city where I was born and brought up no matter which part of India I go, I can never forget Chandigarh. I feel what I am today is because of this city. People often say I have that stability in me. I guess, its because of my family and my city Chandigarh which has made me the way I am. My schooling was from Little Flower Convent School,  Panchkula  till 10th and in 11th  12th I was in Chandigarh preparing for my Engineering. I still relish my school friends and  meet them whenever I come for a vacation here.

It's been more than 10 years since you moved to Mumbai, do you miss Chandigarh and what exactly do you miss?

Yes I miss Chandigarh, miss the peace, the calm, the roads, clean air. For me going to Chandigarh is like going abroad on a vacation. Whenever the city Mumbai gets on to me kyunki our work is like that you know from outside world it looks really fame and glam and all that jazz but its actually a lot of hard work, its lot of lifting yourself every single day. So whenever it gets too much on my health, mental or physical, I like to come back to Chandigarh and spend time with family. Ye sheher hi aisa hai like yahaan land karte hi (The city is such that after landing here) there is certain calmness in your mind so that’s the one thing I miss most about Chandigarh. 

You are a Punjabi, right? So do you see Punjabi movies and which ones are your favourite?

Yes I am a Proud Punjabi and love watching Punjabi movies. I have many favourites actually  from Carry on Jatta to Kismat. Infact I think if I watch 10 punjabi movies 8, I love. So, its like this. And being a Punjabi I feel, it’s a very sweet language that even if you are abusing in Punjabi na tab bhi vo pyaar lagta hai (seems like love).

Have you ever thought of working in a Punjabi movie?

Yeah, I would love to work in a Punjabi movie. The only thing is that like most of the Chandigarhians, I speak that kind-of-refined Punjabi because you know how it is in Chandigarh and Panchkula, people speak more of hindi so our Punjabi accent is a bit refined, you can say. Having said that given a chance, I would love to work in a Punjabi movie and then work on my Punjabi as well, for sure.

Punjabi film industry has grown so much in last 20 years, what is your take on that? 

I think its really amazing! Anyone who is in abroad probably seeing a Punjabi film won’t say that it’s a regional film it’s a film from Hindi Film Industry simply because the kind of films they are making now with the kind of budget, content and production value , it doesn’t anymore look like a regional film. And with a very recent example of RRR we have seen that whether it’s a Telugu film, from south or a Punjabi film you know we can do our country proud on a world scale irrespective of the language.

Do you relate with the Mumbai culture and people around you?

I definitely relate with the people around me. Artists here are all so passion-driven that whatever work they are doing, its coming from the bottom of their heart. People are very nice here, very inspiring, very motivating. Its like whenever you feel down you just talk to your friend and he or she will understand what you must be going through because somewhere they are having same issues so that level of understanding is very much there.

Moreover, It’s a fast moving city where you have to be on your toes every single day. So I took some time to get used to it because coming from Chandigarh you know which is a chilled out city not this fast, so to say. But its been so many years now and I have become used to the city.

You did your engineering from Pune, how did acting happen?

Thanks to my Engineering, acting happened. Till the time I was 18,  I had no idea what I have to do unlike today’s kids who are so sure. So for me it was more like following the mob. My parents took a decision on my behalf  and made me do engineering which turned out to be good for me. But staying away from home for 4 years and doing everything on my own opened my mind.  I discovered my liking for acting and started doing street plays, theatre in college just as a hobby and actually started enjoying it and post engineering I thought there is no harm going to Mumbai and trying your luck for couple of years. If it works well, its good and if it doesn’t then there is always Plan B to fall upon which was my Engineering.

Do you remember your first TVC?

I ofcourse remember my first TVC, it was with Prahlad Kakkar Sir, a well known name in the Advertising Industry.  I was just lucky and fortunate enough to have got a chance to do my first TVC with him. Infact even after getting selected, I didn’t know that I was going to be lead guy out of four and that Prahlad Sir would be directing it. It was quite a big TVC and the concept and everything was great and it was a big hit also. And the best or you can say the funniest thing was that I could relate to it, how? A cop stops me and asks for my license and I give him money so it was quite ironical because my Dad is a Cop.

Your Big Break in Bollywood came with Lashtam Pashtam in which you worked with veteren actor Om Puri. How easy or difficult it was playing lead in the presence of such a seasoned actor? 

Firstly, I really feel glad and fortunate to have shared screen with Late Om Puri Sir. It was his last theatrical release. And..it was difficult till the time I didn’t meet him. You know we all have some perceptions about such great actors. But I remember my first day on set with him. He called me in his vanity and chatted with me, discussed with me about everything about my life, my family and told me about his life too but nothing about the scene which we were supposed to rehearse. So, I was just thinking in my mind that why are we not rehearsing the scene? But realised later… that was his way to make me comfortable that first lets get to know each other and be comfortable and scene toh ho hi jaaega fir (scene will then be done) and it exactly happened the same way. So, he was like that elderly person on the set whom everyone is looking upto and really a friendly, jovial person. And it was so much fun working with him. Like I am actually truly, genuinely, grateful to have spent that time with him because Igot to learn so much and all that learning happened in a very fun way.

In TVCs we get to see a smiling Samar, in Lashtam Pashtam, you had an intense character to play, then in Girgit, you play a blunt cop and now in Katha a happy-go-lucky-guy with some grey shades, at times? Has it been difficult portraying such different characters or it comes naturally to you?

No, its not difficult but I enjoy playing such different characters. Because aap same-same play karke toh bore ho jaaoge na. (You will get bored playing the same characters) Its like having daal khichdi everyday, though its good but not everyday, you see. But yes, one thing is there that playing a different character requires a lot of prep and all.

I am glad that I have been offered such different characters you know where I get to play different sides of me. I honestly want to say that ‘me’ playing different characters is like ‘me’ playing different sides of  myself. In Girgit, I played that more angrier side of me or the desi side of me, in the current show Katha, I am how I am in everyday life. Then Lashtam Pashtam , my first film didn’t do well unfortunately, but is very close to my heart. And Ads toh I love doing. I think Ads just keep everything rolling keep the actor in me rolling, keeps money rolling, so that’s the biggest reason probably, I could consistently survive in the city.

12. What is the best and the worst thing about being an actor?

Best thing is you get to play different character every single day but more than that its what you love doing I mean I get paid for whatever I do but God forbid, even if I wasn’t getting paid, I would have still done it and loved it the way I do now, why because when I am on set, when I am in front of the camera, when I am acting, I just forget time. So many times, we shoot for 14-18 hours in a day, though that’s not healthy, but there is no tiredness,  maybe some physical fatigue but mentally, I don’t get tired because that is something, i love doing. So, I am, you know, by God’s grace fortunate enough to follow my passion, in my professional life.

And the worst thing could probably be rejections, I guess. But these rejections also makes one a stronger person altogether. After all those Nos, a single Yes does the magic makes you to be grateful, to be at peace with yourself that All is Well. I always feel one thing that any artist who is working from his or her passion might or might not be as successful as they aspire to be, at a certain point of time, but they see so much in such a short span of life that they surely become humble and good human beings.

Who is the real Samar? What does he like, what he dislikes and what interests him the most.

That’s a tough one to answer because I think the line really merges where I can differentiate myself from my professional life why because whatever I am doing in my professional life is so close to me personally that the line really merges. I love to act and that’s what I am doing.

As such there is no specific thing which I dislike,  I would say may be just few traits in me which I dislike.

I really love spending time with my family though we fight a lot (and he laughs) but it’s a very good time with them. Apart from the work, travelling is definitely something which interests me and yes meeting friends. Honestly speaking, I am really not a materialistic kind of person who would say it mere ko ye achha lagta hai vo achha lagta hai (I like this, I like that) I am content with a happy and  peaceful mind. And if I am already sounding like a Saint… let me tell you, I also love dancing and playing cricket.

What do you miss the most after becoming an actor? 

That’s again a tough one. I miss being with my family ofcourse but actually, since the time I have grown up this is the only life I have seen I am here in Mumbai since the time I was 23 post my engineering. Having said that one thing does bother me, not always because I feel God has really been kind in giving me consistent work and that too of my choice. But at times when I look at my friends who are in IT companies, I see they have a certain stability because they are sure of their job and we actors have to prove ourselves at every point. But that only is the beauty of this acting field that makes you stronger. Having said that, I also feel any other job will get me security but then I will not be sure of happiness whereas acting field may be insecure but thergives me lot of happiness.

What life is to you?

Life to me is living every small moment and finding happiness and contentment and peace in smallest of things I do everyday. Half of the time, we human beings are either in the future or in the past and we are kind of ruining up our present so as much as I give this advice to anyone, I try to follow it up every single day. Also one thing lately I have realized that if sometimes, things are not happening as you have planned, its okey. You never know what is kept in store for you. So let the supreme power bhagvaan keh lo God keh lo let him decide ofcourse hamara farz hai kaam karna mehnat karna (our job is to work, to make effort) but if some unexpected thing has happened and suddenly we are like Oh my God why this thing has happened that moment, just wait and watch there might be some good in it which time only will tell. So that’s the reason I try to live in today and not think much about tomorrow.

Please tell us about your upcoming projects?

At the moment, Katha- Ankahee is taking most of my time. Also TVCs are going on, as usual.  Recently I did a TVC of  Kia Car then I shot for Llyod  Washing Machine and both are quite prestigious ones and I feel fortunate again, to have got a chance to be in them. And talks are on for a Web Series. So, that’s about it.

You have got an over whelming response from fans for playing the role of Ehsan. People are loving you and your character so what do you have to say to your fans.?

My fans and my admirers who really like my work, thankyou so much! I feel it takes lot of effort to actually search someone on Instagram and then drop a message which is quite over whelming and thankyou so much guys for your time and all the love. I literally try and read every single DM and reply to it because it really means a lot.

Ideally people say that one should not look for validation outside, one should be content and validated within oneself. But trust me when you get validation from outside that too with so much of love, it really feels good yaar! I cherish it, am really enjoying it and grateful for it. Thankyou so much guys, whatever messages you send and whatever love you give it really inspires me every single day to entertain you and do my best. Thankyou so much!

Well, thanks to you Samar for taking out time for us. And your fans are really going to have a great time reading this interview and going to get inspired as well, for sure! Good wishes for all your upcoming projects.

[ehsanrezaei]

Hey everyone! a few years ago, covid pandemic changed our lives for good and revolutionized the way we learn, work, and even entertain ourselves. now that the nightmare is past behind us, many people have chosen to stick to their online education scheme. YouTube, as the biggest video-sharing platform on the planet, can play a crucial role in our online education paths. However, compared to other existing media, YouTube comes with numerous advantages and benefits. on our website, we have gone through a few of them and discussed why you should consider the way you learn, using YouTube. if you're looking for something new to read, we'd be happy to hear your opinion about this. Thanks for your support!

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Diversity without SHARED VALUES is a recipe for DISASTER! Rakib Ehsan on...

Yes, yes, yes!

I’m not saying that we don’t still have people in the UK that are against immigration of any kind. Of course we do. Thankfully, they’re a minority these days, and one that few people outside their own bubble listen to. But we can’t ignore their presence. And we need to guard against their voices becoming amplified.

Many people who’ve come to the UK from across the world, (through the proper channels), and made their homes here have contributed a very great deal to our nation.

Their families have been born and educated here and without question are as British as anyone else.

So what’s the recipe that’s made this part of our immigrant population a success, but others not so?

Dr Ehsan has hit on one vital ingredient here. ‘Shared Values’.

Older people, who either travelled to make their homes here themselves, or were born to parents who had done that.

They knew about the importance of both holding onto their own cultural heritage, whilst at the same time honouring the codes of conduct of their new home.

Many such people love Britain dearly. (And we can be worthy of love, even with our imperfections that need working on.) Because they know the contrast between the quality of life here, and what they left behind to make a new home.

Those people are welcomed by the majority of us. They contribute both in terms of work, and by adding rich new ingredients to our cultural life.

There’s absolutely no question but that there’s room for both the English, Welsh, Scots and Irish cultures that are many centuries (even millennia) old. And those brought here by our adopted compatriots.

What can and should unite us are shared values.

[moremedtech]

Smart Bandages Monitor Wounds and Provide Targeted Treatment

Smart Bandages Monitor Wounds and Provide Targeted Treatment. When someone sustains a cut, scrape, burn, or other wounds, their bodies often take care of themselves and heal quickly. This, however, is not always the case. Diabetes can impede the healing process, causing wounds that won't heal and risk becoming infected and festering. These kinds of chronic wounds are not just debilitating for the people suffering from them. They are also a drain on healthcare systems, representing a $25 billion financial burden in the United States alone each year. Treatment of these wounds might become simpler, more efficient, and less expensive thanks to a new sort of smart bandage created at Caltech. Wei Gao, an assistant professor of medical engineering, a researcher with the Heritage Medical Research Institute, and Ronald and JoAnne Willens Scholar developed these smart bandages in his lab. "There are many different types of chronic wounds, especially in diabetic ulcers and burns that last a long time and cause huge issues for the patient," Gao says. "There is a demand for technology that can facilitate recovery." Unlike a typical bandage, which might only consist of layers of absorbent material, smart bandages are made from a flexible and stretchy polymer containing embedded electronics and medication. The electronics allow the sensor to monitor for molecules like uric acid or lactate and conditions like pH level or temperature in the wound that may be indicative of inflammation or bacterial infection. The bandage can respond in one of three ways: First, it can transmit the gathered data from the wound wirelessly to a nearby computer, tablet, or smartphone for review by the patient or a medical professional. Second, it can deliver an antibiotic or other medication stored within the bandage directly to the wound site to treat the inflammation and infection. Third, it can apply a low-level electrical field to the wound to stimulate tissue growth resulting in faster healing. In animal models under laboratory conditions, the smart bandages showed the ability to provide real-time updates about wound conditions and the animals' metabolic states to researchers, as well as offer speed healing of chronically infected wounds similar to those found in humans. Gao says the results are promising and adds that future research in collaboration with the Keck School of Medicine of USC will focus on improving the bandage technology and testing it on human patients, whose therapeutic needs may be different than those of lab animals. The flexibility of Wei Gao's smart bandages means they can stay on even while the skin stretches and moves. Credit: Caltech "We have showed this proof of concept in small animal models, but down the road, we would like to increase the stability of the device but also to test it on larger chronic wounds because the wound parameters and microenvironment may vary from site to site," he says The paper describing the research, "A stretchable wireless wearable bioelectronic system for multiplexed monitoring and combination treatment of infected chronic wounds," appears in the March 24 issue of the journal Science Advances. Co-authors are postdoctoral scholar research associates in medical engineering Ehsan Shirzaei Sani and Yu Song; medical engineering graduate students Changhao Xu (MS '20), Canran Wang, Jihong Min (MS '19), Jiaobing Tu (MS '20), Samuel A. Solomon, and Jiahong Li; and Jaminelli L. Banks and David G. Armstrong of the Keck School of Medicine of USC. Funding for the research was provided by the National Institutes of Health, the National Science Foundation, the Office of Naval Research, the Heritage Medical Research Institute, the Donna and Benjamin M. Rosen Bioengineering Center at Caltech, the Rothenberg Innovation Initiative at Caltech, and a Sloan Research Fellowship. Source: Caltech Read the full article