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Phytochemistry and Antimicrobial Activity of Extracts from Medicinal Plant Olea africana and Olea europea

Kemboi Douglas · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2016

Increase in prevalence of resistant microorganisms especially to synthetic drugs, has necessitated the need to search for new bioactive compounds having natural origin. Thus it was essential to determine the antibacterial activity of hexane, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate and met...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJBCRR/2016/25863

Use of No-till System on Straw by Cotton Producers in Cameroon

D. Tsozué, P. B. Waga Mana & J. Louléo · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Field surveys using questionnaires administered among cotton producers semi-openly were done in three cotton zone of Cameroon, Laïndé Massa in the North, Kilwo in the Far North and Tapi in the Adamaoua regions. The objective of this study was to evaluate the degree of appropriati...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/25509

Stability of the Triangular Points L4,5 in the ER3BP under the Influence of the Octupolar Mass Moment J4 of the Secondary

Jagadish Singh, Rukkayat Suleiman & Aishetu Umar · Journal of Advances in Mathematics and Computer Science · 2016

This paper investigates the effects of the quadruple J2 and octupolar mass moment J4 of the secondary on the triangular points L4,5 in the elliptic restricted three-body problem (ER3BP). The positions and stability of the triangular points are affected by the perturbations in the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMCS/2016/24539

Profitability and Competitiveness of the Main Crops Grown under Rain-Fed Sector of Gadarif State, Sudan

Nuha Saeed Elameen Ahmed & Mutasim Mekki M. Elrasheed · Asian Journal of Agricultural Extension, Economics & Sociology · 2016

The aim of this study was to examine the profitability and competitiveness of the main crops grown under the rain-fed sector of Gadarif state: sorghum, millet, sesame and groundnuts. The study used both primary and secondary data. Primary data covered the three scale of semi-mech...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJAEES/2016/23438

In vitro Probiotic Potential of Autochthonous Lactic Acid Bacteria and Microbiology of Kunu Made from Mixed Grains

H. N. Ayo-Omogie & E. I. Okorie · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: This study investigated the microbiological quality of commercially-prepared kunu in comparison with those prepared under laboratory conditions using two cereals, millet and sorghum, and the in vitro probiotic potential of the autochthonous lactic acid bacteria. Study Desig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25403

Influence of Adhesive Application on the Bond Strength between Feldspathic Ceramic and Resin Cements

Ana Maria Spohr, Bruna Gomes Daudt, Eveline De Bona Johann, Maurício do Nascimento Gerhardt & Rafael Nascimento Lourenci · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2016

Aim: To evaluate the influence of an adhesive on the bond strength between feldspathic ceramic and two resin cements. In addition the interface between the resinous materials and the feldspathic ceramic was evaluated microscopically. Methodology: Forty-eight feldspathic ceramic d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2016/25600

Stem Cell Diversity and Applications in Therapy

Kalene Oliveira, Maryene Guia, Janaina Bezerra & Carolina Azevedo · International Blood Research & Reviews · 2016

Aim: In this review, we will discuss the different types of stem cells and their uses in therapies. Introduction: Stem cells are cells produced during pregnancy, and have the ability to differentiate and self renew via stimulation. These cells are classified as totipotent, plurip...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IBRR/2016/23258

Estimation of Regional Evapotranspiration Based on Tri-Angle Method Using Thermal and VNIR Data

E. M. Baioumy, M. A. El-Shirbeny, M. Y. El-Ansary & M. A. Awad · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2016

Evapotranspiration is a critical component in the hydrological cycle, water resources management and climate studies especially in arid and semi-arid regions. This paper aimed at producing a simplified and applicable procedure for estimating spatial distributed daily actual evapo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IJPSS/2016/24674

The Nature of Photon (Structure, Size, Duality)

Sen Nian Chen · Physical Science International Journal · 2016

Based on the Maxwell theory and the principle of charges quantization, we prove that for any definite V , a symmetrical electromagnetic wave beam of minimum energy possesses the basic characters: ∈ = hv , p = h/λ , spin=   and duality. They are the good reasons for us to treat th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/PSIJ/2016/25917

Persistence and Comparative Pesticidal Potentials of Some Constituents of Lippia adoensis (Hochst. ex Walp.) (Lamiales: Verbenaceae) Essential Oil against Three Life Stages of Callosobruchus maculatus (Fab.) (Coleoptera: Bruchidae)

Mazarin Akami, Changying Niu, Hamada Chakira, Zhenzhong Chen, Tigamba Vandi & Elias Nchiwan Nukenine · Biotechnology Journal International · 2016

Over the past decades, the development of an alternative and eco-friendly pest control strategies has become a public concern for the sake of mankind. Plant essential oils are complex mixtures of volatile organic compounds, which play indispensable roles in the environment, for t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BBJ/2016/26087

Synthesis of TiO2@ Activated Bagasse Fly Ash Nanocomposite as a Photocatalyst for Removal of Dyes and Heavy Metals from Wastewater

M. Nageeb Rashed, M. A. Eltherr & A. N. A. Abdou · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2016

TiO2@activated bagasse fly ash nanocomposite (TiO2/ABFA) was prepared and used as a photocatalyst for cadmium and methyl orange dye removal from bi-component pollutant solutions. Various weight ratios of TiO2 to ABFA (1:3, 1:2, and 1:1) were synthesized. Three systems were applie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/IRJPAC/2016/25911

Arts, Creativity and Social Intervention in the School Environment. Connections and Critical Refections

Helena Neves Almeida & Sarah Karenine P. R. Proença · Journal of Education, Society and Behavioural Science · 2016

The article reflects on the importance of valuing the informal and formal knowledge (school), and focuses on an education model that respects and encourages the participation and empowers the knowledge brought by the student. In collective work, the exercise of understanding the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJESBS/2016/25240

Design and Full Automation of Excel Solution Templates for a Time-perspective Class of Machine Replacement Problems with Pertinent Dynamic Data

Ukwu Chukwunenye · Archives of Current Research International · 2016

Aim: The aim of this paper is to design and automate optimal policy prescriptions and returns for a time perspective class of machine replacement problems with pertinent dynamic data. Methodology: The aim was achieved by the exploitation of the structure of the states in time-per...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2016/26021

Experiences of Selected Public Finance Sector Entities Gained on Internal Audit Functioning in Poland –Research Findings

Jolanta Maria Ciak · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2016

The aim of this paper is general characteristics of internal audit as an instrument for supporting management and presentation of the results of research conducted in selected public finance sector entities in Poland. It is a pilot phase. The main idea behind this study is to pre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JSRR/2016/25346