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Mayer's Formula for Black Hole Thermodynamics in Constant Magnetic Field

L. Dahbi & M. T. Meftah · Journal of Advances in Mathematics and Computer Science · 2016

Aims/ objectives: Using the concepts of the classical thermodynamics, we calculated in this work, the thermodynamic potential of black holes in the presence of a constant externel magnetic field present in the surrounding black hole. This calculation takes into account the develo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMCS/2016/29215

Modeling Satisfaction Factors that Predict Students Choice of Private Hostels in a Ghanaian Polytechnic

Francois Mahama, Patience Ama Nyantakyiwaa Boahen, Akuamoah Worlanyo Saviour & John Tumaku · Journal of Advances in Mathematics and Computer Science · 2016

The objective of this research was to examine how satisfied students are with the facilities and services provided by private hostels and identify the satisfaction factors that predict student’s choice of a hostel. A descriptive, cross-sectional survey was conducted among 350 pur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMCS/2016/29176

Predictors of Early Sexual Debut and Its Implications among Adolescents in Kintampo, Ghana: A Cross Sectional Survey

Ellen A. Boamah-Kaali, Kwaku Poku Asante, Grace Manu, Elisha Adeniji, Emmanuel Mahama, Emmanuel Kwesi Ayipah & Seth Owusu-Agyei · International STD Research & Reviews · 2016

Aims: The aim of this study is to understand the factors that influence early sexual debut among adolescents in order to devise appropriate strategies to delay first sex as a crucial element for adolescents’ sexual health. Study Design: Across-sectional survey was conducted among...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ISRR/2016/29513

Study on Physicochemical Properties of Edible Oils Available in Bangladeshi Local Market

Md. Sabbir Hasan, Rownok Jahan, Md. Ashraful Alam, Mst. Khodeza Khatun & Sharif M. Al-Reza · Archives of Current Research International · 2016

Aims: The aim of this study is the qualitative evaluation of the edible oils that are used for cooking purpose in Bangladesh. Study Design: This study was designed for selecting a good quality edible oil among various edible oils available in the local market of Bangladesh.  Plac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2016/29464

Climate Change: Effects and Adaptive Measures in Africa

Onada Olawale Ahmed & Solomon Oluniyi Ogunola · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2016

Climate change has constituted a global menace to standard of living in many countries of the world. The developing countries including the Africa continent are among the most susceptible to climate change impact. In order to ensure environmental sustainability, food security and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JGEESI/2016/26416

Evaluation of Haemolytic Activity of Leaves from Acacia podalyriifolia

F. G. R. Pinto, F. C. F. Da Silva & A. P. Barbosa · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2016

Acacia podalyriifolia A. Cunn ex G. Don (Fabaceae) is a plant used in south Brazil for ornamental purposes. The leaves are used in folk medicine for the treatment of bacterial infection, diabetes, gastrointestinal disturbances, in addition to fat reduction and as an antioxidant a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/EJMP/2016/28575

Trypanostatic Effect of Millet-garlic Blended Diet on Rats Infected with T. b. brucei

M. H. Garba, A. Y. Kabir, A. Abubakar, A. Abdul Qadir, Y. Garba, F. M. Madaki, L. M. Hafsa & S. Abubakar · Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2016

Aim: The nutraceutic effect of millet-garlic blend against trypanosomiasis in Trypanosoma brucei brucei challenged rats was investigated in this study. Experimental Design: The experimental rats were grouped into A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, and J in a complete randomised clinical...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMPS/2016/26318

Toxic Effect of African Black Soap (Sabulun salo) on the Histology of Albino Rat Stomach

O. M. Mohammed, A. Umar, A. S. Ajayi, I. Mohammed & A. O. Muhammed · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2016

Background: Sabulun salo (African traditional black soap) is widely used among various local communities in the northern Nigeria as medicinal herb. This experimental research was carried out to study the effect of oral administration of the soap on the stomach of Albino Rats. The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJMAH/2016/28992

Heat-shock Technique for Isolation of Soil Bacillus Species with Potential of Antibiotics Secretion in Saudi Arabia

N. A. Al-Humam · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

The present research aimed to isolate soil Bacillus spp. from Al-Ahsa Province, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and test their potential of antibiotics production. Out of 21 soil samples, 34 bacterial isolates were obtained and following identification tests, 26 bacterial isolates in an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/29126

Ability of Trichoderma harzianum from Semi Arid Soils to Enhance Antioxidant Defense of Maize Seedlings under Water Stress

J. Chepsergon, L. A. Mwamburi & K. E. Kiprop · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: Determine the effect of different inoculum concentrations of T. harzianum from semi - arid soils on the activity of antioxidant enzymes of maize seedlings under water stress. Methods and Results: This study employed a three-factor factorial (3×4×4) design, arranged in a comp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26015

An Exploration of Possible Consequences of Indiscriminate Consumption of Bissap Drink in Ghana

Sarah Darkwa · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: To study the chemical and microbiological profiles of dried Hibiscus sabdariffa calyces and bissap drinks prepared from these calyces and relate the findings to current prevalence of noncommunicable diseases in the Cape Coast Metropolis. Study Design: Experimental design. Pl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/28563

Use of Information and Communication Technology by Farmers to Access Agricultural Information in Jorhat District of Assam, India

Poree Saikia, Manju Dutta Das & Manoshi Baruah Deka · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2016

The benefits of the green revolution greatly improved agricultural productivity. However, there is a demonstrable need for a new revolution that will bring lower prices for consumers (through reduced waste and more-efficient supply chain management), contribute to agriculture, an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJAEES/2016/28046

Influence of Culturally-based Abdominal Massage and Antenatal Care Uptake among Pregnant Women in a Tertiary Hospital in Southern Nigeria

Ekine Atombosoba Adokiye, Adhuze Judit Isioma & West Obaabo Levi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Background: Abdominal massage in pregnancy has been reported for thousands of years in many societies and cultures all over the globe. They have been mostly culturally based and benefits to the pregnant women have been claimed, however this is a subject for scientific evaluation....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/27109

The Role of Bacterial Translocation in Development of Acute Intestinal Obstruction

Shavkat Karimov, Sayfiddin Baymakov & Asqar Asrarov · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aim: Studying of quantity and quality content of intestinal microflora and abdominal cavity exudate in complex treatment of acute intestinal obstruction with addition of enterosorption. Materials and Methods: It was investigated the results of treatment of 63 patients with acute...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/28653

Assessment of the Deleterious Effects of Therapeutic Antitussives on Enamel. Mapping the Chemical Profile of Over the Counter Cough Lozenges Using Analytical HPLC

Roshni Sharma, Mamta Kaushik, Ritu Rana, Pallavi Reddy, Neha Mehra, Mona Yadav & Vallari Jain · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aim: 1) To evaluate and compare changes in the micro hardness of enamel after exposure to different cough lozenges. 2) To assess the pH of dissolved lozenge solutions, and 3) To analyze the number of components in cough lozenges using Analytical HPLC (High-performance liquid chro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/29168