In this study we estimate the total factor productivity growth of Pakistan's commercial banking sector for the period 1992 - 2000 by bringing together the supply and demand sides of banking services. We employ the translog cost function that includes inputs like labour, capital, operating cost and deposits....

The main focus of this thesis is the phenomenon of Siraiki language maintenance and language shift in Multan. This is the first study of its kind carried out on any Pakistani language....

Arthroscopy provides useful information in various knee problems in which the diagnosis and treatment are in doubt and these informations help in planning appropriate treatment for the patient. Arthroscopy and examination under anesthesia should always be considered to help in the diagnosis of acute injury of the knee....

The success of many biopharmaceuticals relies on the development of stable formulations and/or delivery systems. Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry serves to facilitate the continued development of these systems to fulfil their commercial potential....

Zoonotic parasites are animal parasites that can infect humans especially through contact with contaminated soil. Parasitism is the major health problem both for animals and humans, which constitutes major part of the zoonoses....

This text book imparts a very textual approach for diagnosis of osteoporosis by using panoramic radio graph.Osteoporosis is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality amongst the elderly.This book briefly guides readers understand the pathogenesis of osteoporosis and its affect on the oral cavity....