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Ethno-pharmacological studies of brazilian caatinga plants: A review

This study aimed to review the results of scientific papers on the main ethno-pharmacological studies carried out with species from the Brazilian Caatinga Region. We searched the electronic databases: SciELO, PubMed, LILACS and CAPES. The period of time was defined as 10 years, having as key words: hypoglycemic, vegetable (extract), phytotherapic and biotechnological potential. The Caatinga is one of the main Brazilian biomes. It represents considerable plant diversity and has numerous species used by the population for many purposes.

Perspectives of parturient hemoglobinuria (pph) in buffaloes

PPH is a sporadic phosphorous deficiency metabolic disorder affecting adult buffaloes around the world both during advanced pregnancy and post partum period. Feeding of cruciferous plants, sugar cane tops, sugar beets exacerbate phosphorous deficiency either due to their low phosphorous content or an account of certain inhibitor factors that prevent proper absorption of dietary phosphorous. The serum phosphorous levels in affected buffaloes are as low as 0.9 mg/dl and usually half of the normal (5.0 mg/dl) values.

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antitumor activities of aqueous ethanolic extract of the golden oyster mushroom pleurotus citrinopileatus (fr.) singer

Pleurotus citrinopileatus, an excellently edible mushroom, was examined for its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and antitumor activities. The aqueous ethanolic extract of the mushroom was used for the study. The mushroom possessed profound antioxidant activity as evidenced from its ability to scavenge DPPH., ABTS.+, hydroxyl and nitric oxide radicals. The extract also reduced ferric ions into ferrous ions and prevented ROS induced lipid peroxidation to a significant level. Anti-inflammatory and antitumor properties of this mushroom was tested on Swiss albino mice model.

Development of starch based edible films

The present study was conducted with an objective to standardize the formulation and process protocol for the development of starch based biodegradable antimicrobial films for the extension of shelf-life of food and food products. The processing technology of starch edible films was optimized using response surface methodology with different levels of starch (4%, 5%, 6% w/v) incorporated with 0.3% level of Sodium alginate and 5% of glycerol at drying temperature 35⁰C. The starch level was standardized as 6% on the basis of biochemical characteristics viz.

Design and implementation of mlearning for calculus in tertiary education

Using IT in education has become prevalent worldwide. It is believed that IT not only motivates students to learn in class, but also encourages students to take the initiative to explore and inquire subject matters outside classroom by themselves (i.e. independent learning). The Hong Kong Education Bureau offered a series of professional development programmes to principals, vice principals, middle managers as well as teachers who have joined the "Support Scheme for e-Learning in Schools" since April 2014 to 2016/17 school year to further equip schools to implement e-learning.

Personality, technical and ethical qualities needed for successful entrepreneurship in Osun state, Nigeria

This paper obtained the views of entrepreneurs in Osun state on the personality, technical and ethical qualities needed for successful entrepreneurship in the state. Population of the study was 1,150 small and medium scale registered entrepreneurs out of which 1,000 samples (925 men and 75 women) were selected through simple random sampling technique. Three research questions guided the study. A self developed questionnaire with reliability of Cronbachs’s alpha .989 was used and administered on the samples and data obtained. Data were analyzed using mean.

Fast-tracking climate change mitigation strategies

The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) strategies and techniques for climate change mitigation adopted and implemented around the world is not making any significant impact in Yobe State (located in north-eastern Nigeria). A survey was carried out and data was collected by means of administering 400 Questionnaires (Qs.) between the period of March, 2017 and September, 2018. Out of the 400 survey instruments that were distributed, 305 completed Qs were returned, some were invalid and others were not returned.

Quality of life: an approach in the rural communities of the city of Paranaguá, Paraná, Brazil

Quality of life: An approach in the rural communities of the city of Paranaguá, Paraná, Brazil. Society has constantly sought improvements in quality of life in order to meet its needs. The aim of this study was to estimate the quality of life in rural communities in the city of Paranaguá. The tool used in the study was a structured survey, which produced 113 samples in 6 rural communities. The results show that the quality of life in a rural environment follows subjective values and standards.