Sorption isotherms of kilishi have been experimentally determined at 30, 40 and 50ºC by using salt method for a range of water activity from 0,064 to 0,973. His sorption capacity increases with the temperature for a given water activity. The experimental curves obtained have been...
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Research Article10.9734/BJAST/2012/1888
Two field experiments were conducted to find a simple tillage method to introduce centro (Centrosema pubescens Benth.) and calopo (Calopogonium mucunoides Desv.) on native grasslands and to find out the effects of the tillage and legume phase on the growth of subsequent corn plan...
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Research Article10.9734/AJEA/2012/1660
Very few studies have been conducted to develop new quality protein maize (QPM) varieties adapted to various agro-ecological conditions in Africa. Such QPM varieties with high grain yield, genes for resistance to local disease and pests would contribute to increased grain product...
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Research Article10.9734/AJEA/2012/1626
Aims: The crude ethanolic leaf extract of Bacopa monnieri (L) Penn. (family: Scrophulariaceae) was evaluated for its possible phytochemical nature (group determination of plant constituent) and selected pharmacological activities (analgesic, antidiarrhoeal and cytotoxic activity)...
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Research Article10.9734/BJPR/2012/1951
Aim: To explore the ulceroprotective and antioxidant potential of Hyssopus officinalis in ethanol-induced gastric ulcer in rats. Study Design: Administration of plant extract and evaluation of antiulcer activity. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Pharmacology, Rayat Inst...
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Research Article10.9734/BJPR/2012/1930
The viscosity at constant shear rate of 30 rpm and density of Lophira lanceolata oil (LLO) were measured at different temperatures. The viscosity at constant temperature, 285 K was measured at different shear rates. The results show that viscosity decreases with both shear rate a...
Aims: To investigate the effect of cell immobilization on amylase production by the moderately halophilic bacterium, Bacillus sp. strain TSCVKK and to compare the properties of the amylase produced under immobilized conditions with the enzyme produced by the free cells. Study Des...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2012/1484
Aims: Due to limited resources, to provide a simple and transparent tool for physicians to facilitate budget-related, medical decisions in any patient. Study Design: Comparative study. Methodology: Several articles with topics referring to the 2008 ”Surviving Sepsis Campaign” gui...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2012/1379
Aim: To examine the effect of Raphia hookeri (RH) seed extract on blood glucose, glycosylated haemoglobin and lipid profile of alloxan induced diabetic rats. Materials and Methods: In the oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT), the animals received the extract (1 g/kg) or glibenclami...
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Research Article10.9734/BJMMR/2012/1468
Aims: This study examines the interrelationship among major antecedents of employee turnover such as HRM practices, organisational culture, attitudes of boss on employees’ intention to quit in Pakistani banking and IT sectors. Study Design: The study employs exploratory research...
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Research Article10.9734/BJEMT/2012/1326
O. M. Ogundele, T. O. Olaniyan, B. J. Dare, D. R. Omotoso, O. D. Omotosho, O. C. Akintayo, A. E. Memudu & E. A. Caxton-Martins·Annual Research & Review in Biology·2012
Aims: This study aims at investigating possible means of reducing cyanide toxicity by blocking NMDA R1 via ketamine (an NMDA R1 antagonist). This is to provide a template for quick arrest of cyanide toxicity in neurons under oxygen deprived condition. Place and Duration of Study:...
Aim: Humans and animals interact with their environments on a daily basis and, as a consequence, are exposed to a broad spectrum of synthesized chemicals present in the food they eat, the air they breathe and the water they drink including glyphosate. This study was aimed at inve...
Effect of gamma irradiation on antibacterial activities of chitosan is described. Chitosan was prepared from crab shells via demineralization, deproteinization, decoloration and deacetylation. Chitosan solutions (2%) were prepared in 1% acetic acid and irradiated at 0, 5, 15 and...
A total of 63 samples including ewe milk, yoghurt and traditional buttermilk were collected from Myaneh and Hashrood (Azarbayjan-e-Sharqi, Iran) and screened for the presence of Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB). Based on routine cultural characteristic, general morphological and bioche...
Jennifer A. Zambriski, Ryan C. Maves, Daryl V. Nydam, Viterbo Ayvar, David Cepeda, Rosa Castillo, Andre Díaz-Pino, Mayuko Saito & Robert H. Gilman·International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health·2012
Aim: To determine the impact of storage temperature and sample volume on milk culture success under a simulated field setting. Study Design: Prospective cohort study. Place and Duration of Study: Centro de Salud Global UPCH, Tumbes, Peru and Naval Medical Research Unit SIX, Lima,...
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Research Article10.9734/IJTDH/2012/1738