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The Effect Of Mango Peel On The Growth Of Okra (Abelmoschus Esculentus), Krista D. Belmonte, Rachel Ashley A. Calpo, Aris Mateo T. Filipino, Edrante Thaddeus S. Montales

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Fertilizers are substances containing nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium. They supply nutrients to the soil to improve plant growth and plant productivity. While they may have helped the agriculture sector better their crops, recent studies suggest that common fertilizers adversely affect the environment and human health. Aside from common fertilizers, fruit peels, such as mango peels, also pollute the environment since their accumulation leads to waste disposal issues. To alleviate these issues, researchers proposed the utilization of fruit peels as fertilizers. In this study, mango peels were utilized as fertilizers to identify their effects on the growth of the okra plants …

A Comparative Study On The Effects Of Size And Sources Or Traceability On The Price Of Identified Fish Species Sold At Muñoz Market, Quezon City, Jianna S. Gapuz, Mikhail Aleksandr B. Ruelos, Derek Colbee B. Uy, Mikhael Rafael Miguel C. Yao

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The diversity of fish in markets is constantly dynamic under several factors. The study aims to find the correlation of these factors and their effects with the selection of fishes found in Muñoz Market. This study adopted the research design of the two previous studies to ensure consistency in assessing the gathered data. The researchers utilized premade questionnaires that were given to the vendors working inside Muñoz Market. In analyzing the data, the researchers applied Pearson’s correlation coefficient to assess the factors’ correlation between them. The results showed an increase in the number of identified species and the price and …

Agaricales Production: A Systematic Review On Its Representative Species’ Cultivation Process And Substrate Influence, Riana D. Almodovar, Marybel R. Cornejo, Micah M. Mendoza, Joseph R. Naval

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Mushroom cultivation has long been of economic importance, specifically in Asian nations where most mushrooms are grown and sold. The globally popular Pleurotus ostreatus and a mushroom with similar composition profiles to it, Calocybe indica, are gaining recognition among farmers in urban areas due to their low-cost production and ability to grow on diversified substrates. Assessing the cultivation of both C. indica and P. ostreatus with selected substrates has been unexplored by researchers, most especially systematic reviews that focus on the cultivation of mushrooms in the Philippines. This paper sought to find the effectiveness of wheat straw, paddy straw, and …

Pre-Medicine Program As A Factor Influencing Residency Specialization Options Of Pre-Medicine Students Of University Of Perpetual Help System Dalta – Las Piñas Campus, Kisses P. Eusebio, Geram M. Mugol, Yuri Louis N. Taduran,, Lian Mei S. Terania,, Phoemela Crystal G. Tumala, Gwyneth Ardee E. Villalino

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Pre-medicine program is the first step on one’s medical journey. Choosing the best pre-medicine program may give one prerequisite skill that are likely needed during medical school as well as in residency training. Different programs offer different subjects and competencies to meet, so it gives several advantages and disadvantages for the student with respect to their performance in medical school and residency training. This leads researchers to think that choosing the right pre-medicine program is crucial to be competent enough in the professional field. The study is conducted to know if there is a significant relationship between the chosen pre-medicine …

The Perceptions Of Incoming College Students From One Of The Universities Of The South On The Use Of Biomimicry As A Method In The Field Of Engineering, John Christopher Y. Boctot, Kyle M. Delos Santos, Daniel Felicisimo S. Mangundayao Iii, Stephen Benjamin A. Siy, Christian Benjamin B. So

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Biomimicry is a growing concept in science. Technologies that are developed nowadays are influenced by thorough studies on the structure and function of plants and animals. To bring innovative ideas that came from nature's own adaptation and apply this to the principles of engineering, the study aimed to gauge and understand the level of perception of incoming Engineering students towards the process and engineering of biomimetics technologies. It determined the level of knowledge of the respondents with regards to the utilization of biomimicry in the modern setting. The researchers used a descriptive quantitative survey research design to measure the awareness …

Fish Waste As A Resource: An Approach To Lessen The Impact Of Improper Solid Waste Management In The Philippines, Sheralyn, T. De Ungria, Lara Therese T. Fernandez, Sophia Ellise F. Sabado, Jeano Paulo E. Santos, Allysa Rose B. Sararaña, Chona Camille V. Abeledo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Improper solid waste management of fish waste contributes to the pollution leading the Comprehensive National Fisheries Industry Development Plan to declare that the Philippine aquaculture industry is unsustainable. The utilization of waste promotes a circular economy, whereby products are reused indefinitely in order to eliminate waste and boost sustainability in the fish industry. This study consists of surveys and interviews with fish vendors to determine the most efficient methods of reusing and disposing fish waste, and which of these are feasible within the Philippines, specifically Metro Manila. The data gathered could be useful in the creation of policies recommending ways …

A Two-Year Longitudinal, Cross-Sectional Evaluation Of Resident Physician Burnout: An Exploration Of The Effects Of Stress, Satisfaction, Exercise And Emr, Oliwier Dziadkowiec, Jeffery S. Durbin, Megan L. Novak, Ziva Patt-Rappaport, Gregory Guldner

HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine

Background

There is a need for better understanding of trajectory of burnout in clinical training and what factors are associated with resident well-being and burnout overtime. This study examined medical resident burnout and physical activity throughout different times of the academic year, across several different medical specialties and postgraduate years (PGY), over two years.

Methods

A resident wellness survey was administered throughout five different waves from summer 2018 to winter 2020. A total of 493 survey responses from seven subspecialties completed the survey. We used 474 responses for quantitative statistical analysis and 138 for qualitative thematic analysis.

Results

The average …

Covid-19 Swab Test Experiences Of Employees As Required By Their Employers, Isabel C. Barroquillo, Hannah Grace V. Menor, Chariz Estelle M. Segunla, Rae Crystal C. Yia

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Undergoing swab tests to ensure a safe work environment was required by the national government due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE, 2020) stated the need for regular swab testing of workers in various sectors to prevent the further spread of the virus. Data was gathered from the employees of the Bridgestone Company in Rosario, Cavite. The study aims to know the experiences of the Bridgestone employees who underwent the COVID-19 swab testing and to know how they viewed it in the context of workforce productivity. The researchers used a phenomenological approach and utilized interview …

The Effect Of Using Exoskeleton Of Blue Crab (Callinectes Sapidus) As A Dietary Calcium Source On The Egg Characteristics Of Layer Hens (Gallus Gallus Domesticus), Kurt Nheil A. Cueto, Matthew Alexander B. De Villa, Richard Francis R. Torres

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The study focuses on the ability to use the exoskeleton of blue crab as alternative calcium and carotenoid supplement for layer hens and its effects on egg characteristics. Three groups of eighty layer hens each were fed a base feed formulation following the standards of the University of the Philippines Los Baños. The feeds were base feed as negative control (NG), a base feed with natural egg yolk colorants (capsorubin and lutein) as positive control (PG), and a base feed with 1% ground blue crab exoskeletons, as experimental (EG). The feeding lasted four weeks before egg collection. The eggs were …

The Potential Electrospinnability And Filtration Capabilities Of Pea- Protein Isolate/Polyvinyl Alcohol Air Filter Nanofabrics: A Systematic Review, Eryn Sophia B. Amante, Christian L. Angeles, Enrique Rafael A. Lejano, Cheska Marie F. Rosal

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Given the pervasiveness of air pollution with varying components and the shortcomings of conventional air filter mats, multifunctional air filters are becoming increasingly important. This has led to the development of air filter nanofabrics comprising bio-based components (such as chitin and proteins) and polymers (such as polyvinyl alcohol and pullulan). Electrospun air filter nanofabrics containing pea protein isolate (PPI) and polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) have yet to be developed to the researchers’ knowledge. In this study, the potential electrospinnability and filtration capabilities of PPI and PVA were assessed and elaborated via a systematic review. Since PPI’s globular morphology lacks molecular entanglement, …

Effect Of Different Amounts Of Volcanic Ash From The Taal Volcano Eruption To The Growth Of Ocimum Basilicum (Basil), Rance Gershon B. Ferma, Roberto Miguel T. Pineda, Pierre Aaron M. Remigio, Jean Yuliong C. Tan

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Volcanic eruptions have a tremendous impact on an area that often leads to the destruction of the environment, human injuries, and even death. However, this research emphasizes one specific outcome unique to volcanic eruptions. The study aims to shed light upon the beneficial applications of volcanic ash to determine whether or not volcanic ash has advantageous botanical properties that could potentially enhance the growth of Ocimum basilicum (basil). In 8 weeks, four different concentrations (VA-0, VA-0.5, VA-1, and VA-2) of volcanic ash-loam soil composition were tested on basil plants. Three parameters were utilized to measure the plant's growth: plant height, …

A Systematic Review On Water Hyacinth (Eichhornia Crassipes) As A Biosorbent Of Cadmium, Daryll Hans T. Go, Genrish Wendell N. Ng, Trisha Danielle K. Sia, Kathlyn L. Tio

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Water hyacinth has gained a noteworthy reputation as the worst invasive macrophyte for its alarming proliferation rates, threatening transportation and irrigation systems and ecosystem biodiversity. Sustainable efforts have found the plant to demonstrate efficiency in sequestering toxic heavy metals such as cadmium from marine environments. Cadmium presence in water, primarily caused by anthropogenic sources, poses public health risks due to its toxicity. Consequently, studies on the applications of Eichhornia crassipes and the removal of cadmium have become active research areas in recent decades. This review presents literature related to the Cd sorption capacity of water hyacinth biosorbents. The effects and …

On The Effects Of N-P-K Fertilizer To The Electricity Generated By Aloe Barbadensis Miller, Adelaide Louise M. Naquila, Cher Rylie C. Matoza, Cholo V. Aguilar, Erynne C. Ayuson, Beatrize Ysabelle C. Escalona, Carl Arian Miguel G. Ganzon, Jose Miguel Q. Mahalin, Natalia F. San Pedro, Ailyn B. Anglo-Ojeda, Fritz M. Ferran

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Nowadays, electricity is a pressing conflict due to the increase in demand by the populace. Thus, energy prices have also increased, making it considerably inaccessible to several population members. Considering this, the researchers have studied the type of N-PK fertilizer that can improve the efficiency of producing electricity from a living plant. There were four experimental setups of Aloe barbadensis miller that were utilized in the experiment. Every variable and component of each setup was constant, except the type of fertilizer that was added to the soil. The first setup did not have any fertilizer, the second group had Nitrogen-based …

Characterizing Perceptions On Factors Associated With Cycling Behavior In The “New Normal”, Roland Gabriel R. Barcelona, Vinn Austin Hermoso, Samuel Francis D. Mendoza, Patrick Sean J. Tejada

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

The COVID-19 pandemic hindered transport systems globally. Its transmission is quick due to the dense living condition in metropolises, and mass transit systems soon became a hotspot for contracting the virus. As a result, individualized forms of transport became favorable. The study investigated other forms of individualized transport that hinders the spread of the virus and deters increasing the patronage for private cars. It also seeks to aid in the development of sustainable transport policies in Metro Manila. Accomplishing this required the perceptions of Metro Manila travelers on bicycling, their socio-demographic characteristics, and trip behavior. The data was gathered through …

Ur Next Gf: Urine As Next Generation Fertilizer With Meat And Bone Meal Applied On Vigna Radiata (Monggo Plant), Sachie Daniela G. Cheung, Azelea M. Dionisio, Sarah Michaella I. Madayag, Anna Sophia L. Sampang

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Fertilizers play an important role in providing crops with essential nutrients such as nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K), which supplements plant growth. Compared to synthetically composed commercial fertilizers, next generation fertilizers are manufactured from low-energy mechanisms and are composed of nutrients from repurposed wastes which make them cost-efficient and sustainable. With the objective of determining which would deem to be an effective next generation fertilizer, we focus on human urine and meat and bone meal, to which its processing included solar drying, freezing, grinding, and utilizing additives to prevent fungal growth as well as improve efficacy. Three iterations, …

The Effect Of Spent Coffee Grounds To The Growth Of Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato), Romar A. Baranda, Alliyah Roma Dr. Cada, Jan Danie L H. Carola, Chelsea Len M. Rodolfo

DLSU Senior High School Research Congress

Six billion tonnes of spent coffee grounds (SCG) are thrown untreated into landfills, leading the spent coffee grounds to leach organic pollutants that may potentially harm bodies of water and emit methane, a greenhouse gas, into the atmosphere. Studies have confirmed that the ratio of carbon and nitrogen (C: N) of SCG is ideal for plant fertilizers. This study focused on determining the effects of SCG on the growth of tomato plants using four parameters: the number of leaves, the average leaf surface area, and the relative growth rate. The study used an experimental research design to study the causal …

Impact Of Covid-19 Confinement On Physical Activity And Dietary Habits In Physical Therapy Students And Professionals In Lebanon: A Cross-Sectional Study, Rami A. Abbas, Sarah Al Omari, Ayman El Khatib

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

COVID-19 pandemic caused radical changes to the daily living activities of Lebanese population since it led the government to adopt restrictive measures and force obligatory confinement. This study aimed to identify the dietary, using Prevention with Mediterranean Diet (PREDIMED), and physical activity, using International Physical Activity Questionnaire- short form (IPAQ-SF), among physical therapy students and professionals residing in Lebanon before and during the COVID-19 confinement period. A cross-sectional descriptive study based on self-administered questionnaires was carried out from late January to the beginning of February, which coincides with the third home confinement period. Surveys were disseminated through multiple social media …

Food Safety Recommendations During The Era Of Covid-19 Pandemic, Nada El Darra

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

The coronavirus disease COVID-19 is a respiratory illness declared on March 11, 2020 as a pandemic by the World Health Organization due to its rapid spread among countries since it is very contagious. Data on COVID-19 has shown that there is no evidence that the virus is transmitted by food. To reduce the risk of COVID-19 infection, it is imperative to follow a list of recommendations. It is essential within food establishments to emphasize on food safety systems implementations, including pre-requisites programmes such as good hygienic practices, good manufacturing practices, pest control, cleaning and sanitation as well as implementing Hazard …

Factors Affecting Pregnancy Outcome In Refugee Mothers In Lebanon, Hesham Elshal, Mohammad Chour, Sirine Abdel Halim, Sadika Kharpoutli, Hind Raad, Sami Abou Alfa, Rida Maaliki, Zeina Makki

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

In recent years, Lebanon has been a destination for less privileged refugees who seek better living conditions and shelter from regional wars, conflicts and instabilities. Recently, it is estimated that more than 20% of residents in Lebanon are Syrian refugees who live under questionable conditions regarding quality of life. Pregnant women, among their population, are considered more vulnerable to the effect of such living conditions. This study aimed at assessment of pregnancy outcome (birth weight, infant complications…) in a sample of women in refugees areas who have recently given birth and relate this outcome to multiple factors including socioeconomic status …

Adherence To Mediterranean Diet Among Adolescents Attending Public Schools In North Lebanon, Rosy Mitri, Fouad Ziade

BAU Journal - Health and Wellbeing

The Mediterranean diet (MD) is a model of a healthy diet and healthy lifestyle. Adherence to the MD has been correlated with a reduction in many metabolic disorders including cancers. The factors associated with adolescents’ adherence to the MD in North Lebanon using the KIDMED index have never been explored. The objective of this study was to examine the factors associated with the Mediterranean diet (MD) adherence among a sample of Lebanese adolescents. A cross-sectional survey was conducted in the city of Tripoli, North Lebanon. A total of 298 students, aged 11-18 years, were randomly selected from public schools in …

Diet Significantly Influences The Immunopathology And Severity Of Kidney Injury In Male C57bl/6j Mice In A Model Dependent Manner, John E. Brus, Daniel L. Quan, Kristin J. Wiley, Brittney Browning, Hannah Ter Haar, Riley Lutz, Jeffrey F. Houghton, Joseph Gigliotti

College of Osteopathic Medicine Undergraduate Publications

Diet is a leading causative risk factor for morbidity and mortality worldwide, yet it is rarely considered in the design of preclinical animal studies. Several of the nutritional inadequacies reported in Americans have been shown to be detrimental to kidney health; however, the mechanisms responsible are unclear and have been largely attributed to the development of diabetes or hypertension. Here, we set out to determine whether diet influences the susceptibility to kidney injury in male C57Bl/6 mice. Mice were fed a standard chow diet, a commercially available “Western” diet (WD), or a novel Americanized diet (AD) for 12 weeks prior …

Thinking About Availability And Accessibility, Di Fang

Diet, Food, Exercise, and Nutrition (D-FEND)

Food environments are described, including food deserts and food access.

Effects Of Environmentally Relevant Concentrations Of 4-Methyl-1- Cyclohexanemethanol (Mchm) On General Esterase And Glutathione-S-Transferase Activity In Fathead Minnows (Pimephales Promela), Emily De Wind

Research in Biology

Abstract

In 2014, several thousand gallons of coal-processing chemicals, which included 4-methyl-1- cyclohexanemethanol (MCHM), spilled into the Elk River in West Virginia. The location of this spill in West Virginia’s chemical valley is historically significant in defining the exploitations of people residing in this area. The concentration of crude MCHM in the river was approximated at 0.15 µg/L. Although some initial studies did consider the effects of MCHM exposure on humans, little attention has been given to aquatic wildlife. In this project, I will expose fathead minnows, Pimephales promelas, an environmentally relevant species, to concentrations of MCHM between zero …

“Adulting” The Life Transition Program For The Typically Developed Highschool Population, Gabriella Bologna

Department of Occupational Therapy Entry-Level Capstone Projects

No abstract provided.

Prevalence And Impacts Of Musculoskeletal Pain Among The Elderly Living In The East Coast Region Of Peninsular Malaysia, Muhammad Kamil Che Hasan, Nur Nabila Izzati Asmera, Suliza Sulaiman, Mohd Said Nurumal, Nik Noor Kaussar Nik Mohd Hatta

Makara Journal of Health Research

Background: Musculoskeletal pain commonly affects the elderly, but the extent of this problem within the Malaysian community remains unknown. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and impact of musculoskeletal pain among the elderly living in the community.

Methods: Elderly individuals aged 60 years and above with musculoskeletal pain and intact cognition were recruited for this study. Musculoskeletal pain was scored using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, and functional ability was assessed via the Lawton Instrumental Activities of Daily Living scale. Mental wellbeing was evaluated using the Short Warwick–Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing scale, and risk of falling was determined via …

The Growing Monopoly In The Corn Seed Industry: Is It Time For The Government To Interfere?, Bethany K Sumpter

Texas A&M Law Review

How a company conducts business is often a consumer concern. Individuals have accused company after company of monopolistic behavior. These individuals have also criticized the Department of Justice for not stopping a monopoly from forming in a specific industry. An example is the corn seed industry, where stakeholders have accused companies of monopolistic behavior. Recent mergers and acquisitions in the corn seed industry have left fewer companies in control, and because of this consolidation, individuals are urging the government to act. This Comment argues that, while the corn seed industry is on the road to containing a monopoly, the industry …

Assessing The Impact Of Cluster Farming Initiatives On Small And Socially Disadvantaged Farmers, Ranchers, And Forestland Owners: A Case Of The Southeastern Region Of The United States, Lila Karki, Raymon Shange, Walter A. Hill, Conrad Bonsi, Henry English, Edoe Agbodjan, Melissa Stewart, Franklin Chukwuma, Dawn M. Patin, Joshua Idassi

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Farming in clusters is an economically viable practice to sustain small, limited resource, and socially disadvantaged farmers and forestland owners with their agricultural operations. The objectives of the study were to strengthen the capacity of clientele on cluster farming and to lower production and marketing costs by sharing input costs. Clusters were created and interventions were provided by project partners through several activities, including workshops, meetings, field days, loans, and materials/equipment. The results showed that 29 clusters involving 224 farmers, and 14 cooperatives involving 410 farmers were formed and strengthened. The number of farmers participating in workshops, training programs, field …

Factors Affecting Health-Promoting Lifestyles Among Community Residents At East Gyogone Ward, Insein Township, Rita Meemee, Naw Ohn Khin Khin, Min Htike Aung

Makara Journal of Health Research

Background: Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are becoming major challenges for health professionals. Health-promoting lifestyles (HPL) are one of the main criteria for determining health and recognized as the main factor affecting the development of chronic NCDs. This study aimed to determine factors affecting HPL practices among community residents.

Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted in Insein Township, Yangon, Myanmar. A total of 194 participants were recruited by using systematic sampling method, and self-administered questionnaires for sociodemographic characteristics and Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II were used for data collection. Independent sample t-test and one-way analysis of variance were employed …

Soft Drink Consumption Patterns Of Middle School Students In North Okkalarpa, Moh Moh Thwe, Sein Yaw May, Min Htike Aung

Makara Journal of Health Research

Background: Urbanization and economic development in Myanmar have brought about culture and dietary transition from a traditional to a westernized diet. The health of the nation, especially the youth, may influence the changing dietary patterns: i.e., the higher the soft drink consumption, the higher the prevalence of soft drink-related diseases.

Methods: This cross-sectional study was carried out among 250 middle school students in North Okkalarpa Township, Yangon Region. Data were collected using self-structured questionnaires, and respondents were selected by using simple random sampling method.

Results: In this study, 81.2% of the students consumed soft drink once a …

Mothers’ Nutritional Knowledge, Self-Efficacy, And Practice Of Meal Preparation For School-Age Children In Yangon, Myanmar, Wut Yee Phyo, Ohn Khin Khin, Min Htike Aung

Makara Journal of Health Research

Background: Childhood malnutrition is a global public health concern. For Myanmar, mothers play a prominent role in improving the nutritional status of children as they prepare meals for children.

Methods: This community-based cross-sectional analytical study was conducted on 367 mother-child pairs (6–10 years). Significantly, systematic random sampling and structured questionnaires were utilized in this study.

Results: The mean age of mothers was 35.73 ± 6.9 years, and a majority had fair nutritional knowledge (52.3%), good self-efficacy (79.8%), and good practice of meal preparation (59.4%). The prevalence of childhood malnutrition was categorized as stunting (18.2%), underweight (18.8%), wasting …