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The Role of Twist1 in Stem Cell Differentiation through Mechanical Cues: A Review and Hypothesis

Yinqiu Yan, Zeyun Tian, Qiuyue Guan, Ding Bai, Jing Zhang & Xianglong Han · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Due to the pivotal role of stem cell differentiation in regeneration and disease cure, the study of it has always been a research highlight during the recent years. Stress microenvironment has a great impact on cell growth, proliferation, differentiation and apoptosis. Twist1, as...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/27348

Evaluation of the Anti-Streptococcus mutans Potential of Petroselinum crispum, an in vitro Study

Jannan Ghapanchi, Abdollah Bazargani, Alireza Zariean, Mostafa Rezaee, Zahra Ranjbar, Arash Karami & Aisa Zamani · European Journal of Medicinal Plants · 2016

Background and Aim: The use of medicinal plants and traditional remedies has become increasingly widespread. Parsley is one of the traditional herbs used for treatment and prevention of various illnesses. This study aims to assess the in vitro antimicrobial effect of Petroselinum...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/EJMP/2016/27095

Determinants of Modern Contraceptive Uptake among Women in Peri-Urban Communities of Port Harcourt City, Nigeria

Charles I. Tobin-West, Omosivie Maduka, Anthony O. U. Okpani, Bassey I. Okon & Emmanuel N. U. Ezedinachi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aim: The aim of the study was to investigate the determinants of contraceptive uptake among women of reproductive age in semi-urban communities of Rivers State, Nigeria.  The information will be useful in reordering priorities and strategies for family planning interventions in t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/27655

Diarrhea Treatment Behaviour among Mothers of Under-five Children Attending Primary Health Care Clinic in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

C. O. Agbede, J. O. Kio & O. Oladutele · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2016

Aims: Diarrhoea is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity among children under the age of five years. This study assessed diarrhea treatment behaviour among mothers of under-five attending Ibadan north local government Primary Health Care clinic, Oyo state. Study Design: The...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2016/27522

Effects of Palm Oil Fractions on the Aortic Cell of Wistar Rats: A Pilot Study of the Histochemical Evaluation

Samsudeen G. Ojuolape, Quadri O. Mojeed & M. Sanni Muritala · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2016

Aims: To investigate the effect (s) of palm oil fractions {Palm Olein (PO) & Palm Stearin (PS)} on the aortic cell of Wistar rats. Study Design: The histological and cholesterol blood sample examinations were done on the aorta of the Wistar rats, to investigate the effects of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JABB/2016/26974

Effect of Lead on Human Blood Antioxidant Enzymes and Glutathione

Ambica P. Jangid, V. P. S. Shekhawat, Hemant Pareek, D. Yadav, Praveen Sharma & P. J. John · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

Human exposure to lead may alter the enzyme antioxidants level and the interaction between antioxidants and blood lead level (BLL) eventually cause oxidative stress. Therefore, the present investigation was carried out to establish the relationship between the antioxidant enzymes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/26992

National Building Regulations of Iran Benchmarked with BREEAM and LEED: A Comparative Analysis for Regional Adaptations

Hossein Omrany & Abdul Kadir Marsono · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Building sector is responsible for consuming nearly 40 percent of the total primary energy in Iran. There have been implemented several efforts to diminish the amount of energy utilization in building sector. In early 90s, Iranian Ministry of Housing and Urbanism released the fir...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27401

A Comparative Study on an Anaerobic Oral Microbiota among Autistic and Non-autistic Children

Archana Singh Sikarwar, Fransazellea Anak Runai Robert, Abhishek Parolia & Ankur Barua · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: An evidence suggests that microbiota plays an important role in health and diseases. Studies also suggested that microbiota may be different in children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) than typically developing children. The aim of the study was to examine the oral ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/18544

Bacteriological Quality and Prevalence of Multidrug Resistant Gram-negative Bacteria from Surface and Underground Domestic Water Sources in Selected Locations in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

O. S. Alabi & O. J. Fatoyinbo · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: To examine the bacteriological quality and prevalence of multidrug resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacteria in surface and underground domestic water sources in Ibadan. Study Design: Descriptive cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Collection of water samples wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/27445

Study of Kinetics of Chemically Activated Carbon Produced from Palm Kernel Shell

Okafor Vincent, Nwigbo Solomon & Dara Jude · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Palm kernel shells (PKS), waste product of oil mill industrials, were used to produce activated carbon by chemically activating with ZnCl2. The shells were carbonized at temperature ranging from 500°C to 800°C, for an hour and activated with 10%, 20% and 30% concentration of ZnCl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27324

Incidence of Antibiotic Resistant E. coli Isolated from Drinking Water Sources in Ondo, Southwestern Nigeria

Olukemi Aromolaran, Olubunmi Adesola-Famade & Olayinka Eyitope Omoseyin · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the incidence and antibiotic resistant Escherichia coli in drinking water sources in Ondo, southwestern Nigeria. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biological Sciences, Wesley University of Science and Technology, Ondo between M...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26876

Recreational Values and Factors that Correlate with the Use of Coastal Beaches in Cameroon: Statistical Reasoning in Psychometric Models

Innocent Ndoh Mbue · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Coastal recreations in South Western Cameroon are a representative ecosystem critically important for global climate change, biodiversity and local livelihoods of indigenous communities. In order to increase awareness of the significance of these resources in the stability of eco...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/27904

Seroepidemiology of Incidentally Detected Asymptomatic HBsAg Positive Subjects from Southern State of India – A One Year Study

Sarwat Fatima & Ayesha Anjum · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Introduction: Hepatitis B virus infection is assuming a silent epidemic phase in India. Majority of the chronically infected are asymptomatic and unaware of their status. This pool of individuals called; incidentally detected hepatitis B positive subjects [IDAHS], unknowingly tra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/27483

Foreign Direct Investment, Institutional Level and Pollution Quota

Salvador Sandoval Bravo & Laura Plazola Zamora · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2016

This study develops a model of institutional economics that involves consumers, producers and government, as well as the dishonest agents that work in the public sector. This model is useful for determining the optimum institutional level that must be set by the government in ord...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJAEES/2016/27307

Influence of Household Characteristics on Food Security Status of Smallholder Farmers in Kilifi Sub-County, Kenya

J. M. Chege, J. K. Lemba, P. P. Semenye & E. Muindi · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2016

Food security is critical to the economic, social, religious, political and cultural development Worldwide. It plays a great role in economic growth, poverty reduction and sustainable development in Kenya. A study was carried out in Kilifi sub- County in the coastal areas of Keny...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJAEES/2016/26845