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Physico-chemical Characterization of Granulated Sugar from Coconut (Cocos nucifera L.) Inflorescence Sap Cultivars and Sugar Cane in Côte d'Ivoire

OKOMA D. Muriel J., Assa. Rebecca. R., KONAN K. Jean-Louis & Konan. N. Ysidor · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Aims: To evaluate and compare some physico-chemical characteristics of powdered sugar from the inflorescences of three of the most widespread coconut cultivars in Côte d'Ivoire compared to sugar from cane sugar to diversifying coconut exploitation in Côte d'Ivoire. Experimental D...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i330287

Image Processing Approach to Determine the Severity Level of Tuberculosis

N. Auwal, Ibrahim Goni, Danladi Ali, U. Christopher Ngene & I. Manga · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Basically there are two types of TB, latent and pulmonary TB. It symptoms include persistent cough for more than two weeks, cough with blood, night sweat, tiredness, fever, chest pain, lymph n...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i330285

Economics of Different Intercropping Systems of Maize under Mycorrhizal Inoculation and Different Fertilizer Levels

T. Ananthi, M. Mohamed Amanullah & C. Vennila · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

A field experiment was conducted in order to evaluate the economics of different intercropping systems of maize under mycorrhizal inoculation and different fertilizer levels at Eastern Block Farm, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore during the winter season in 2011 and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230284

Spirituality and Psychological Well-being of Elderly: Gender Perspective

Ritu Singh & Niharika Bisht · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

The present study was undertaken to assess the differences in the level of spirituality and psychological well-being among institutionalized and non- institutionalized elderly (above 65 years of age) across gender. The study was based on the sample of 200 respondents: Institution...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230283

AHP Method for Selecting the Best Strategy to Enhance Safety Culture: A Case Study at “XYZ” Company in Qatar

Cece Hadian, Kholil . & Syahfirin Abdullah · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Lack of safety culture awareness in the ambulance services affects not only locally but internationally in different countries, including at "XYZ" a company in Qatar. Many studies mentioned about risks and hazards associated with ambulance services that result from illnesses, acc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230282

Promotion of Efficacy in the Regulation of Noise Pollution in Kenya through Devolution and Public Participation

Emojong Amai Mercy, Eliud Garry Michura & Aloyce Ndege · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

This research article examines the promotion of efficacy in the regulation of noise pollution in Kenya through devolution and public participation. The prevention of noise pollution has been recognised as a component of a clean and healthy environment. In many countries, Kenya in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230280

Effect of Land Use on Soil Quality in Afaka Forest Northern Guinea Savannah of Nigeria

H. Haruna · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Land use changes from forest into cultivated ecosystems result in negative impact on soil structure and quality. The purpose of this study was to determine effect of land use on soil quality in Afaka forest northern guinea savannah of Nigeria. Land use systems, including natural...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230281

Production of Kunapajala and Sanjibani, Their Nutritional Contributions, Microbial and Pesticidal Effect

Bishal Chakraborty, Indrajit Sarkar, Swathi Kulukunde, Soumen Maitra, Arpita Mandal Khan, Sekhar Bandyopadhyay & Abhas Kumar Sinha · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

A study on nutritional and microbial analysis of Kunapajala with different storage time interval was conducted in the Department of Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry and the Department of Plant Pathology, UBKV, Coochbehar-736165, West Bengal during March, 2019. The motive...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230278

Occupational Safety and Health Management Systems and Their Compliance among Petrol Stations in Kenya: A Case Study in Nakuru County

J. K. Mutungi, W. Moturi & S. Makindi · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Companies have a legal and social responsibility to ensure the safety of its workers, all persons lawfully present at the workplace and the surrounding community. This requires laid down procedures and routing process which aims at identifying, eliminating, minimizing and control...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230275

Occupational Hazards from BIR in Selected Crude Oil Production Pipes Storage Locations in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria

Azionu C. Kingsley, Avwiri O. Gregory & Ononugbo, P. Chinyere · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

The study of occupational hazards from BIR in selected crude oil production pipes storage locations in Niger Delta Region of Nigeria has been carried out using two well calibrated radiation monitoring meters (Digilert Tm 100 and Radalert Tm 200). A global positioning system (GPS...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i230277

Characteristics of Waste Pickers in Nakuru and Thika Municipal Dumpsites in Kenya

Joseph Maina Kariuki, Margaret Bates & Adiel Magana · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Dumpsite waste picking is prevalent in many developing countries of which Kenya is one. Waste pickers play an important role in waste recycling by recovering and providing materials to the waste recycling industry. Aim: The purpose of the study was to characterise the demographic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i130272

Growth Performance of Crescentia cujete (Robx) Seedlings as Influenced by Different Watering Regimes

A. F. Aderounmu & O. A. Ogidan · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

This study investigated the effects of different watering regimes on the growth of Crescentia cujete. The seedlings were subjected to six different watering regimes which include: W1 – control   (watering everyday), W2 – watering once every two days, W3 – watering once every thre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i130273

Effect of Provenance Variations on the Growth and Development of Terminalia ivorensis (A Chev)

M. O. Ojo & Ajayi Ezekiel · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Indigenous tree species like Terminalia ivorensis has multiple uses; from timber products to medicinal condiments for treating different ailments. This species is self-incompatible. Thus, habitat protection is a key to its survival and sustenance. This study evaluated the effect...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i130274

An Assessment of the Implications of the Major Socio-economic Characteristics of the Construction Skilled Labor on Effective Delivery of Electricity Power Project in the South Eastern Nigeria

Uche Felix Ikechukwu · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

Provision of adequate power has been a long time problem in Nigeria. It has negatively affected the socio-economic condition of the society. In an effort to address this deplorable situation, the power sector has been transformed by various political administrations from one form...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i130271

Thermophysical Characterization of Granite, Basalt and Marble Ornamental Stones in Benin

Bachir Koladé Adédokun Ambelohoun, Chakirou Akanho Toukourou, Jean-Louis Comlan Fannou, Clarence Guy Semassou & Malahimi Anjorin · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2019

This work aims to evaluate the thermophysical characteristics of local ornamental stones in order to facilitate their choice as efficient flooring materials. Methodology: Three varieties of the most known and requested ornamental stones on the market which include granite, marble...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/cjast/2019/v37i130267