bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Anti-Diarrhoeal Properties of Stem Bark of Cassia Abbreviataagainst Castor Oil-Induced Diarrhoea in Swiss Albino Mice
Authors: Chitoti John Lumbala , Kaonga Patrick , Prasha Lavina 
Published: August 2023

Objectives: The main objective of the study was to explore the in-vivo anti-diarrheal properties of Methanol, Ethanol, Hot and Coldwater fractions of Cassia abbreviata (Fabaceae) stem bark in mice model in order to validate its traditional use.
Study Design: This study was an experimental based study, where we used 30 Swiss albino mice and these were divided into five groups of six mice.
Methods: The test groups (group three, four and five) received various doses of the crude extracts (100, 200 and 400 mg/kg) respectively, whereas the positive control (group two) received Loperamide (5mg/kg) as standard reference drug and negative control (group one) received distilled water (10ml/kg). The antidiarrheal activity of the four extracts from stem bark of Cassia abbreviata were evaluated in a castor oil-induced diarrhea model in mice and compared with Loperamide. Whereas the effect of methanol extract on gastrointestinal motility was also determined by the oral administration of charcoal meal. Data was analyzed using STATA version 13, presented as means and standard deviation, ANOVA, Bonferroni post hoc and Pearson tests were done.
Results: The severity of diarrhea was reduced significantly (p<0.001) by the four extracts (400mg/kg doses) where Methanol, Ethanol, Hot and Coldwater extracts had 64.5%, 62.4%, 60.9% and 59.7% respectively, whereas the standard drug Loperamide had 67.7% diarrhea inhibition. This was evidenced by reduction in frequency of diarrheal episodes and stool outputs when compared to the control group. The intestinal peristalsis was significantly (p<0.001) reduced by methanol extract (53.3%) at 400mg/kg when compared to Loperamide (65.5%).
Conclusion: It was concluded that all the four extracts from the stem bark of Cassia abbreviata scientifically displayed anti-diarrheal properties, which require further scientific studies leading to identification of the actual compounds.
Correlation of Plasma Zinc with Neutralising Antioxidant Enzymes and Cellular Immune Responses in Healthy Nigerian Adults
Authors: Arinola O. G , Edem V. F. 
Published: August 2023

Background: Considerable information is available on the role of micronutrient Zinc in many aspects of immune function and protection of cell membranes from oxidative damage in diseased states. To our knowledge, there are no reports relating Zinc levels with different stages neutralizing antioxidant enzymes and cellular immune processes (leucocyte migration, engulfment and intracellular killing of phagocytosis) among healthy Nigerians.
Methodology: In 50 healthy Nigerians, cellular phagocytic mechanism [percentage leucocyte migration (%LM) and intracellular killing (%NBT)] were determined by microscopy; inflammatory cytokines [Plasma interleukin 6 (IL-6) and 8 (IL-8)] were determined using ELISA; respiratory burst indices [plasma catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), myeloperoxidase (MPO), hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) and nitric oxide (NO)] were determined by spectrophotometry. Zinc (Zn) was determined using AAS. Phagocytic indices, cytokines and respiratory burst indices were correlated with plasma Zn levels using Spearmans Correlation analysis at α0.05.
Results: The result of the study shows that plasma IL-8 level was negatively correlated with Zn level while catalase was positively correlated with Zn level in healthy Nigerians.
Conclusion: Taken together, these findings suggest that immuno-potential effect of Zn may include production of protective antioxidant neutralizing enzyme (catalase) and reduction of IL-8 inflammatory cytokine.
Recommendation: These findings raise the possibility that Zn supplementation or Zn containing diets may be beneficial to individuals with intracellular infection or inflammatory diseases.
Evaluation of Von Willebrand Factor and other Coagulation Homeostasis Profile of Patients with Sickle Cell Anaemia attending a Tertiary Hospital at Enugu, Nigeria
Authors: Onoja Solomon Oloche , Eluke Blessing Chekwube , Dangana Amos , Musa Sanusi , Abdullahi Idris Nasir 
Published: August 2023

Background:
Sickle cell anaemia (SCA) is a genetic disorder that has been shown to facilitate certain forms of coagulopathy. However, there is a paucity of data that demonstrated these features in Nigerian Sickle cell anaemic patients.
The objective of study:
This prospective study aims to determine the plasma level of vWF, APTT, PT, platelet count and haematological parameters of SCA patients in steady state in comparison with apparently healthy individuals attending the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria.
Materials and Methods:
A total of 85 participants were enrolled in this study. This comprised of 35 homozygous SCA in steady-state as test subjects (HbSS) and 50 apparently healthy individuals of Hb AA as the control group. Blood samples were collected from all participants; both PT and APTT were analysed using Quick and kaolin methods, respectively., vWF was assayed using Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA). Haematological parameters were analysed through the use of an automated haematology analyser.
Results:
There was significant elevation of mean±SD of vWF, APTT and platelet count among SCA patients (52.53 ± 1.45 iu/dl), (48.40 ± 4.99 s) and (287.68 ± 21.43 x109/l) when compared with the mean value in control group (40.16 ±1.50 iu/dl), (33.88 ± 1.34 s) and (219.67 ± 13.9 x109/l) (p< 0.05). However, there were significant decrease in PCV, haemoglobin concentration and red blood cell count among SCA patients, (24.00 ± 0.82 l/l), (7.89 ± 0.24 g/l) and (2.97 ± 0.8 x 1010/l) when compared with control group (40.95 ± 0.73 l/l), (12.44 ± 0.26 g/l) and (4.81 ± 0.11 x 10/l) (p˂ 0.05) respectively. In addition, significant elevation of mean ±SD MCH and MCHC with mean values of (26.63±0.93 pg) and (33.28 ± 0.52 g/l) among subjects when compared with control groups (25.68± 0.47 pg), (30.30 ± 0.18 g/l) (p˂0.005). However, there were no significant differences in WBC, PT and MCV in both study groups.
Conclusion:
Findings from this study demonstrated prolonged coagulation profile, thrombocytosis and leucocytosis among SCA patients in steady state.
Relationship between placental weight, birth weight, maternal biosocial characteristics and placental-to-birth-weight ratio
Authors: Adeniran Abiodun S , Adesina Kikelomo T. , Ezeoke Grace G. , Fawole Adegboyega A. , Aboyeji Abiodun P. , Ijaiya Munirdeen A. 
Published: August 2023

Background: Although routine measurements are taken at birth, the derivable benefits from their interpretations have not been maximized in the care of the newborn.
Aim: To determine the relationship between placental weight (PW) at birth, maternal biosocial characteristics, birth weight (BW) and placental-to-birth-weight ratio (PBWR) on immediate and follow up care of the newborn.
Methods: A cross-sectional study involving parturient who had singleton deliveries at ≥32weeks gestation with comparison of maternal biosocial parameters, PW, BW and PBWR. Deliveries <32weeks gestation, multiple gestation and incomplete placenta were excluded from the study. Data was retrieved from the institutional birth registry; data management included determination and comparison of mean values and ratio of individual parameters using SPSS version 21.0.
Result: Among the 8645 participants, the mean PW was 589.2±146g and it increased with maternal age. The mean BW increased with maternal age with a decline from 35years, PBWR declined until age 30years with a rise afterwards. The mean PW increased with parity, the BW increased till the fourth delivery when it began to decline but PBWR did not follow a regular pattern with parity. The PW and BW increased with gestational age while PBWR increased till 36th week, declined from 37th to 42nd week with a rise from 43rd week. The mean PW and BW increased with maternal educational status while booked participants had higher PW and BW but lower PBWR compared to unbooked women.
Conclusion: The placental weight is a central index for the interpretation of measurements at birth, detection of associated abnormalities and suggestion for neonatal follow-up.
Palabras en ceremonia de graduación realizada el 21 de mayo de 2010 en la cual se graduaron las primeras cohortes de ingenieros
Authors: Pineda Luis 
Published: August 2023

Hoy 21 de mayo de 2010 la Escuela Tecnológica Instituto Técnico Central nosgradúacomoingenieros de Diseño de Máquinas y Productos industriales e ingenieros de Procesos industriales, alcanzando así una nueva etapa de desarrollo institucional al brindarnos la posibilidad de lograr competencias profesionales más altas que las adquiridas en los ciclos precedentes.
ARTE E GEOMETRIA
Authors: Oenning Lilian Isana Gonçalves Rocha , Schotten Morgana , Cardoso Ivanir Antunes , Soprana Anderson 
Published: August 2023

Este artigo tem como objetivo compartilhar um relato de experiência sobre a utilização das novas tecnologias de informação e comunicação no contexto educacional proposta na disciplina de Tópicos Especiais em Tecnologias Educacionais (Utilização de Laboratórios Virtuais e Remotos na Educação), no Programa de Pós-Graduação em Tecnologias da Informação e Comunicação (PPGTIC) - Mestrado, onde vivenciamos na prática o ambiente virtual de aprendizagem (AVA-Moodle). Como ação prática pedagógica foi proposta a criação de um plano de aula interdisciplinar (Artes, Língua Portuguesa e Matemática) em uma turma experimental do 4º ano (vespertino) dos Anos Iniciais do Ensino Fundamental da Escola de Educação Básica Municipal Inês Toneli Napoli (Meleiro/SC), com o objetivo de implantar o ambiente virtual de aprendizagem (AVA-Moodle). As atividades foram desenvolvidas no segundo semestre de 2018, totalizando 8 horas/aulas ocasionalmente nas quartas-feiras no período vespertino, conforme metodologia aplicada pela professora titular/Artes usaremos (PBL) por meio de uma sequência didática/resolução de problemas tendo como conteúdo: polígonos, cores, linhas, formas fundamentados por artistas brasileiros, através de problematizações em sala de aula e do uso dos recursos tecnológicos (aplicações para computadores, tablets e smartfones).
Extraction and Characterization of Coconut Oil in Cream Production
Authors: Frances Ejimofor, Chiamaka , Enoch Nwakoby, Nnamdi , Johnson Oledibe, Odira , Ann Mbaukwu, Onyinye , Eziamaka Afam-Ezeaku, Chikaodili 
Published: August 2023

The use of coconut oil as a moisturiser in cream manufacture has been a recent topic of discussion. In this work, coconut oil was extracted from coconut seeds using the Soxhlet extraction method, and the resulting oil was then characterised and utilised to make cream. As a solvent, regular hexane was employed during the extraction procedure. The coconut seeds' poximate composition reveals that their moisture content ranges from 38 to 48 percent, along with ash (1 to 4 percent), lipids (18 to 20 percent), protein (6 to 7 percent), fibre (3 to 10 percent), and carbs (15 to 22 percent). According to the analysis's findings, coconut seed oil has a yield percentage of 20.11%, a pH of 5.03, a refractive index of 0.81, and a specific gravity of 0.97. 208.61 mg KOH/g of saponification value, Acid value of 4.207mgKOH, peroxide value of 33.20mgKOH/kg, and iodine value of 12.54gI/100g. Using the fundamental ingredients of moisturizer(s), emulsifier system, water, and preservative, body moisturising cream was created in the lab. The percentage yield, colour, specific gravity, and pH of the created cream were assessed and compared to commercial cream. Evaluation revealed that the manufactured cream met requirements and had acceptable moisturization. The body lotion made from coconut oil had a constant texture, showed little patch reactivity, and smelled well.
Conclusion: Since coconut seed oil cream has superior quality than commercial body lotion, it can be utilised for cosmetic purposes.
SISTEM PENGOLAHAN DATA HASIL PANEN BUAH SAWIT PADA CV. XYZ
Authors: Diah Triesia  
Published: August 2023

Pemanfaatan dan pengendalian atas semua hasil dari sumber daya untuk mencapai tujuan tertentu merupakan makna dari pengolahan. CV. XYZ adalah perusahan yang bergerak dibidang perkebunan kelapa sawit. Dokomen pencatatan hasil panen ditemukan beberapa kendala karna masih mengunakan sistem manual. Penelitian ini bertujuan meracang sistem secara mobile android agar mempermudah dalam penyusunan dokumen hasil panen. Penelitian ini menghasilakan sistem yang dapat digunakan seacar real – time dan terintegrasi bagi setiap area kerja dan dapat membantu menyusun dokumen secara teratur
APLIKASI PENJUALAN PERCETAKAN PADA PT. A BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Usep Teisnajaya  
Published: August 2023

Untuk mempermudah penggunaan dalam penjualan yang ada dipercetakan PT. A maka akan dirancang aplikasi Penjualan Percetakan pada PT. A Berbasis Web, aplikasi ini membantu kerja Manager dan admin sehingga data yang disajikan lebih cepat, tepat dan akurat. Dalam perancangan aplikasi ini menggunakan PHP dan MySQL dalam mengelolah data Penjualan. Aplikasi ini memlikiki Form Login sebagian tindakan autentifikasi untuk menentukan siapa yang bisa mengaskses aplikasi yang sudah dirancang. Hasil dari penelitian ini mengenai data tambah stok barang dan transaksi penjualan dari PT. A sehingga mempermudah seluruh prose kerja dalam PT. A sehingga dokemen yang ada tersusun dengan sempurna.
PENGENALAN EKSPRESI WAJAH MENGGUNAKAN METODE SVM DENGAN TRANSFORMASI FOURIER DAN PCA
Authors: Ricky Julianto  , Derry Alamsyah  
Published: August 2023

Ekspresi wajah digunakan seseorang sebagai cara untuk berkomunikasi secara non-verbal dalam mengungkapkan perasaan yang sedang dialaminya. Ekspresi secara universal dikategorikan menjadi enam ekspresi dasar yaitu senang, sedih, marah, jijik, takut, terkejut, dan satu ekspresi netral. Dalam penelitian ini dilakukan pengenalan ekspresi menggunakan metode SVM dengan ekstraksi ciri transformasi fourier dan direduksi menggunakan PCA. Tahapan penelitian dimulai dengan mengambil dataset fer2013, dilanjutkan dengan pengkonversian data piksel menjadi gambar, selanjutnya gambar diekstraksi menggunakan transformasi fourier lalu direduksi menggunakan PCA, setelah itu diklasifikasi menggunakan SVM dimana hasil pengujian menggunakan data original mendapatkan model terbaik pada kernel polinomial derajat 2 dengan = 10 yang memberikan hasil akurasi sebesar 38% untuk citra gambar bagus dan 32.666% untuk citra gambar dengan noise salt and pepper, sementara itu hasil pengujian menggunakan data dengan peningkatan kontras mendapatkan model terbaik pada kernel polinomial derajat 2 dengan = 1 yang memberikan hasil akurasi sebesar 36.666% untuk citra gambar bagus dan 33.333% untuk citra gambar dengan noise salt and pepper menggunakan data testing.
RANCANG BANGUN APLIKASI PENYEWAAN ALAT BERAT PADA PT. 1001 NIAN BERBASIS WEB
Authors: Ruswa Dwipa  , Ubaidillah Ubaidillah , Serly Oktarina  , Ari Gunawan  
Published: August 2023

PT. 1001 Nian memerlukan suatu sistem informasi berbasis komputer mengenai manajemen data dan penyewaan alat berat. Adapun manfaat sistem informasi ini yaitu mempermudah admin dalam mengelola data penyewaan dan juga mempermudah pelanggan dalam proses penyewaan alat berat. Data dikumpulkan berdasarkan pengamatan langsung terhadap kegiatan-kegiatan yang berhubungan dengan pembelajaran informatika dan penyewaan alat berat. Hasilnya yaitu Aplikasi Penyewaan Alat Berat pada PT 1001 Nian. Kesimpulan yang didapat adalah Aplikasi Penyewaan Alat Berat pada PT 1001 Nian Palembang ini menggunakan bahasa pemograman PHP dan MySQL yang dapat diakses oleh Admin, Kepala Divisi, dan Customer melalui browser.
RANCANG BANGUN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BIOLOGI DI SMP NEGRI 10 PRABUMULIH
Authors: M. Taufik Roseno  , Yudha Pratomo  , Diah Triesia  
Published: August 2023

Kemajuan teknologi sangat berpengaruh dalam bidang pendidikan. Dengan kemajuan teknologi, dalam proses penyampaian materi semakin bervariasi dan semakin menarik. Salah satu dampak positifnya, para siswa akan lebih berminat dalam menjalani proses belajar. mata pelajaran Biologi kelas VII semester satu dan semester dua, ada banyak materi yang dibahas, dan akan lebih sulit jika semua materi tersebut hanya dijelaskan dari buku panduan saja, seperti pada SMP Negeri 10 Prabumulih, guru mata pelajaran Biologi kelas VII masih menggunakan metode manual pada saat penyampaian materi, hanya dari buku panduan biologi yang disediakan sekolah. Sistem belajar yang seperti itu akan membuat para siswa tidak begitu memperhatikan apa yang diterangkan oleh guru, mereka akan cepat merasa bosan dan akhirnya sibuk pada kegiatannya masing-masing. Penelitian ini bertujuan menciptakan media pembelajran mata pelajaran Biologi agar dapat membantu Proses Belajar dan Mengajar yangberjalan. Dalam perancangan menggunakan Adobe Flash CS3 Professional. Dengan tersedianya media pembelajaran ini menjadikan siswa – siswi SMP Negri 10 Prabumulih cepat dan tanggap dalam menerima materi yang diberikan.
Environmental Disruptions: Planet Earth in the Vicious Cycle of Pollution, Global Warming, and Climate Change
Authors: Singh Vir 
Published: August 2023

In "ENVIRONMENTAL DISRUPTIONS: Planet Earth in the Vicious Cycle of Pollution, Global Warming, and Climate Change," renowned environmentalist Prof. Vir Singh presents a groundbreaking exploration of the pressing challenges facing our planet. As the world grapples with the consequences of human activities, our environment has become increasingly disrupted. Pollution, global warming, and climate change threaten the delicate balance of Earth's ecosystems, and the urgency to address these issues has never been greater. Drawing on extensive research and his own experiences as an advocate for environmental sustainability, Prof. Singh reveals the intricate web of connections that link our actions to the planet's health. With alarming clarity, he uncovers the devastating consequences of pollution, exposing the far-reaching impact on ecosystems, biodiversity, and human well-being. Through a comprehensive analysis, Prof. Singh unveils the interconnected nature of global warming and climate change, demonstrating how these phenomena exacerbate environmental disruptions and vice versa. From rising sea levels to extreme weather events, he offers a sobering examination of the threats faced by communities worldwide. However, this book is not solely a grim portrayal of our current predicament. Prof. Vir Singh offers practical solutions to the worsening problem of environmental disruptions. He highlights the importance of collective action and technological advancements in combating the vicious cycle we find ourselves in. With the compelling blend of scientific, personal anecdotes, and a hopeful vision, this book serves as a vital resource for graduate and post-graduate students and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the environmental challenges we face. “Environmental Disruptions” is an urgent wake-up call and rallying cry for us all to take responsibility and work towards a thriving and sustainable future. For everyone concerned about the fate of our planet and seeking the knowledge and inspiration to make a difference, “Environmental Disruptions” is an essential read. Prof. Vir Singh's expertise, compassion, and unwavering dedication make the book a clarion call for urgent action in the face of environmental crisis.
Duck Rearing and Health Management
Authors: Das Gunjan 
Published: August 2023

"The book has been prepared primarily with an idea of satisfying the criteria of the Housing, feeding, nutritional and health management of duck for the veterinary students and poultry entrepreneurs. Though ducks’ meat and eggs contribution in providing high-quality nutritional food but the production of meat and duck eggs is still lower as compared to chickens. They feed on like insects, snails and waste from kitchen, paddy grains and weeds as natural sources, yet extra feed supplements also need to be provided for better production. We would like to thank the contributors of various chapters for their timely diligence in preparing the chapters so informatively. The book is divided in various chapters (Housing, feeding, nutritional and health management etc.). Under health management, infectious and non-infectious diseases are dealt with elaborately. Within each chapter, diseases are listed alphabetically apart from an index, which will further help the reader to quickly locate the required information. Different photographs pertaining to the health and disease management in ducks have been duly presented in places where they are required."
Basic Concepts in Horticulture
Authors: Haldavanekar Pradeep 
Published: August 2023

The book entitled “Basic Concepts in Horticulture” is ideal for any introductory course in horticulture science and tried to encompass detailed fundamentals one should understand in a holistic manner. Coverage includes about 59 critical topics for understanding fundamental concepts, relationship between horticulture and the environment, classification of plants, plant anatomy and morphology, plant propagation concepts, media, nutrients and fertilizers, nursery site selection, plant growth regulators, canopy management, flowering and fruiting habits, harvesting and post-harvest management, recent trends in horticulture, climate change, challenges and opportunities, ambitious horticulture development schemes, career opportunities, urban horticulture, biodiversity conservation, Intellectual property rights
Question for the day – Einstein, special relativity and atomic weights.
Authors: Rzepa Henry 
Published: August 2023

Sometimes a (scientific) thought just pops into one’s mind. Most are probably best not shared with anyone, but since its the summer silly season, I thought I might with this one. Famously, according to Einstein, m = E/c^^2, the equivalence of energy to mass. Consider a typical exoenergic chemical reaction: A → B, ΔG -100 kJ/mol.
Deltamethrin – a polymorphed insecticide.
Authors: Rzepa Henry 
Published: August 2023

Deltamethin is a pyrethroid insecticide for control of malaria which has been used for a little while. Perhaps inevitably, mosquitoes are developing resistance to it. So what could be done about countering this? Well, perhaps surprisingly, form a polymorph![cite]10.1073/pnas.2013390117[/cite] These crystal structure isomers are often highly undesirable;
Exploiting the power of persistent identifiers (PIDs) for locating all kinds of research object.
Authors: Rzepa Henry 
Published: August 2023

The folks at DataCite have announced a new research object discovery service which aims to give users a “*comprehensive overview of connections between entities in the research landscape”*. The portal https://commons.datacite.org acts as the entry point for three basic types of persistent identifiers (PIDs); Research works, using the DOI (digital object identifier) as a PID.
NOSSA CIVILIZAÇÃO: VALE A PENA SALVÁ-LA?
Authors: E. Parsons Lucy , Latini Pfeil Tradução: Cello , Filipe Loureiro Magalhães Juan , De Oliveira Ribeiro Luna 
Published: August 2023

Tradução do texto "NOSSA CIVILIZAÇÃO: VALE A PENA SALVÁ-LA?[1]", de Lucy Parsons. Originalmente publicado em 1885, no periódico The Alarm (Chicago, EUA).[1] Versão original disponível em: https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/lucy-e-parsons-our-civilization