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Studying The Corrosion Inhibition Ability Of Metoclopramide Drug On The Copper Surface In Seawater And Theoretical Studies, Nafeesa J. Kadhim, Ahlam M. Farhan, Rasha A. Jassim, Muna S. Sando, Hawraa M. Abdulkareem, Taghried A. Salman

Baghdad Science Journal

Protection study of the corrosion behavior of Copper surface was conducted with several concentrations of drug. Experimentally, voltammetric measurements were used to check the inhibition efficiency (% IE) in saline solution of 3.5% NaCl. The results showed an increase in the inhibition efficiency with increasing the concentration of the drug was 95.90%. Theoretical treatment of the drug in the gas phase was performed using the (hyperchem-8.07) program for molecular mechanics and semi-empirical computations. The (PM3) approach was used to determine the heat of formation (ΔH˚f), binding energy (ΔEb), and total energy (ET) for durq at 298 K. To explore the …

Determination Of Ni (Ii) By Forming A New Complex N-(4-(Dimethyl Amino) Benzylidene)-3, 5-Dinitrobenzohydrazide Nickel (Ii) Chloride, Elham N. Mezaal, Kawther Ahmed Sadiq, Maha A. Mohammed

Baghdad Science Journal

In this research, the theme for employing a simple and sensitive method is to employ a new Schiff base ligand (N'-(4-(dimethyl amino) benzylidene)-3, 5-dinitrobenzohydrazide) to estimate Ni (II) to form orange complex (N-(4-(dimethyl amino) benzylidene)-3, 5-dinitrobenzohydrazide nickel (II) chloride) in acid medium (hydrochloric acid), it gives an absorption peak at the wavelength 485 nm. The preferred conditions were studied to form the complex and obtain the highest absorbance including concentration of Schiff base ligand, the best medium for complex formation, effects of addition sequence on complex formation, the effect of temperature on the absorbance of the complex formed, and the …

Preparation, Diagnosis, Theoretical Study, Biological Evaluation And Antioxidant Assay Of Zro2 Oxide Nanoparticles Using Environmentally Friendly Method, Wafaa Fayyad Tharp, Lekaa K. Abdul Karem

Baghdad Science Journal

This research included using an environmentally friendly method to synthesize nano particles of zirconium oxide using chamomile plant extract as a reducing agent in basic medium at pH 12, and then preparing the metal oxide using various techniques such as FTIR spectroscopy, scanning and transmission electron microscopy (SEM and TEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) to calculate the percentages of elements. The infrared spectrum showed the appearance of spectral bands at 559 and 441 cm^–1 due to the formation of the bond between the oxygen and zirconium. Depending on AFM analysis, the average mean size of ZrO₂ Nano partials …

Spectrophotometric And Flow Injection System For Sensitive Determination Of Hesperidin And Naringenin Using Chromogenic Reagent, Ali M. Salman, Sadeem Subhi Abed

Baghdad Science Journal

Methods with high precision and sensitivity have been developed to estimate Hesperiden (HSP) and Naringenin (NAR) levels in various samples, including capsules for medicines and urine. These techniques utilize a flow injection device and an alkaline medium to perform a coupling reaction using diazotized metoclopramide (DMP) as chromogenic reagent. The utilization of the diazotized reagent of metoclopramide is regarded as an environmentally friendly chromogenic reagent. The peak absorption wavelengths for HSP and NAR are 442 nm and 416 nm, respectively, indicating that yellow dyes exhibit the most outstanding absorption at these specific wavelengths. Calibration curves were generated using a range …

Preparation, Characterization, And Evaluation Of The Antioxidant Activity Of Chitosan Nano-Particles, Sura M. Abbood, Zahraa Raheem Murshidy, Aziz Y. H. Al-Ethari

Baghdad Science Journal

Nanotechnology is considered as a modern technique which provides useful characteristics to the nanomaterial including small size with high biological activity and the possibility to obtain novel nano-biohybrids through combining efficient and safe transport carriers with biological molecules. The nanohybrid chitosan has important applications in the food industry, due to its biochemical properties, such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, non-toxicity. The goal of this research is to develop environmentally friendly, economically feasible and a simple prepared natural nanohybrid antioxidant instead of artificial one, which is a main characteristic on a food industrial scale. The sol-gel ion exchange method was used to prepare …

Mechanism Of Immunotherapeutic And Anticancer Effects Of Moringa Peregrina Seed Extract On Non-Small-Lung Cancer, Nci-H460, Cell Line, Shaymaa Fadhel Abbas Albaayit, Maryam Kamel Mohammed, Ali Muhsin Ali, Rukesh Maharjan, Lubna M. Rasoul, Rasedee Abdullah, Mohd Hezmee Mohd Noor

Baghdad Science Journal

The Moringa peregrina plant possesses various therapeutic properties. This study determined the immunomodulatory and cytotoxic activities of M. peregrina seed ethanol extract (MPSE). Based on using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis MPSE is rich in flavonoids, isothiocyanate, tocopherols, triterpenoids, and phenolics compounds. The immunomodulatory effect of MPSE was determined on whole blood and polymorphonuclear (PMNs) cells and macrophages. The in vitro antiproliferative effect was determined on the non-small-cell lung cancer, NCI-H460, cell line. Real-time quantitative PCR and flow cytometry were used to determine the expression of apoptotic genes in the MPSE-treated NCI-H460 cells. MPSE significantly (p < 0.001) suppressed whole blood, PMN cells and macrophage ROS production with IC50 values of 40.3 ± 0.3, 33.0 ± 0.6, and 26.1 ± 0.43 μg/mL, respectively. MPSE …

Study The Effect Of Pseudomonas Trivialis, Isolated From Soils Subjected To High Anthropogenic Pressure, On Plant Resistance To Salt Stress, Lyudmila I. Zaynitdinova, Nikolay A. Lazutin, Rokhila N. Juraeva, Rustam B. Ergashev, Javlon J. Tashpulatov, Natal’Ya G. Akinshina, Shokhsanam A. Safarova

Baghdad Science Journal

From soils exposed to anthropogenic load, a bacterial strain resistant to pollutants was isolated and characterized. The strain was identified as Pseudomonas trivialis 381 based on morphological, cultural, physiological and biochemical characteristics, as well as MALDI-TOF and 16S rRNA analysis. Its sequence was submitted to the NCBI GenBank (OR234684.1). Studies were conducted to evaluate the influence of the strain on seed germination and plant growth qualities. Laboratory studies have shown the stimulating effect of P. trvialis 381 on tomato seeds; seeds treated with the bacterial cultural liquid increased the energy of germination and seed germination to 100% (with the control …

Isolation And Purification Of Phytosterols From Euphorbia Milii Plant Cultivated In Iraq By Phplc And Evaluation Of Anticancer Activity, Z. O. Salman, Bushra M.J. Alwash, E. J. Kadhim

Baghdad Science Journal

Combined, plant sterols and stanols, substances structurally similar to cholesterol, are referred to as phytosterols. In plants, phytosterols serve the same purposes as cholesterol does in animals and people. This study’s primary goal was to compare two different cell line types to the extracted steroid and nano-steroid. PHPLC was used to isolate the novel steroid molecule from the Euphorbia milii plant in its pure form, and FT.IR was used to confirm its identity. The chemical had a retention time of 13.87. By using the chitosan-maleic complex process, nano-steroids were created. To evaluate produced nanoparticles, the Philips PW1730 XRD instrument was …

In Vitro And In Vivo Evaluation Of Autochthonous Probiotics And Their Effects On The Mucosal Health Of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis Niloticus), Sherilyn T. Abarra, Sahya Maulu, Sheu G. Odu-Onikosi, Taofik A. Momoh, Benjamin Eynon, Matthew Emery, Mark Rawling, Daniel L. Merrifield

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

The host microbiome is a promising source of probiotics for aquaculture species including Nile tilapia. In this study, the probiotic potential of autochthonous bacterial isolates from Nile tilapia and carp mid-intestines were screened in vitro. Two isolates (C61 and T70), closely related to Bacillus subtilis, exhibited antagonistic activity against multiple pathogen species and demonstrated multiple digestive enzyme activities. Their antagonistic activity in Aeromonas hydrophila assays remained even under simulated intestinal juice (SIJ) exposure. Subsequently, C61 (PT1) and T70 (PT2) were added to experimental diets at log 7 CFU/g of diet, and fed to Nile tilapia (5.32 ± 0.12 g) for …

Fetal Microchimerism Of The Eye Lens, Jamie Moubarak

Electronic Theses and Dissertations 2020 - Present

Fetal microchimerism (FMc) is the presence of a small fetal cell population in the mother, sometimes exhibiting stem cell–like properties. FMc has been observed within many placental mammal organs, except the eye. We used Yspecific PCR on genomic mouse DNA to test the hypothesis that fetal microchimerism can also be found in the lens. Of the parous females tested, we detected an Ssty2-specific amplicon in 83% (5/6) of samples and an Sry-specific amplicon in 2/4 samples. 100% (5/5) of non-age-matched parous females were positive for both primers. These results provide evidence that cells of fetal or placental origin …

Artificial Light At Night Alters Seaweed Reproductive Phenology, Emma Moyse, Louise Firth, Tim Smyth, Thomas Davies

School of Biological and Marine Sciences

Artificial light at night (ALAN) is a growing, globally prevalent environmental stressor. It is known to disrupt biological processes across taxa and biomes, including reproductive phenology in terrestrial plants, but its potential to alter reproductive timings in marine macroalgae remains unexplored. We used reflectance spectrometry to quantitatively assess changes in receptacle ripeness of three fucoid macroalgae species at four field sites along an ALAN gradient in Plymouth Sound, UK over a six-month period. At sites with elevated ALAN (measured using Sky Quality Meters, range 16.15–18.76 mag arcsec ⁻², equivalent to 3.75 × 10 ⁻²–3.38 × 10 ⁻³ cd/m …

Forecasting Pediatric Emergency Department Arrivals: Evaluating The Role Of Exogenous Variables Using Deep Learning Models, Egbe Etu Etu, Jordan Larot, Kindness Etu, Joshua Emakhu, Sara Masoud, Imokhai Tenebe, Gaojian Huang, Satheesh Gunaga, Joseph Miller

Faculty Research, Scholarly, and Creative Activity

Background Forecasting pediatric emergency department (ED) demand remains a critical challenge in healthcare operations. This study aimed to identify exogenous variables influencing pediatric ED visits and evaluate the performance of different forecasting models. Method Using a retrospective observational design, we analyzed 192,347 pediatric ED visits across nine hospitals in Southeast Michigan between 2017 and 2019. Patient data were aggregated into daily arrival counts and enriched with exogenous variables such as weather, air quality, pollen, calendar, Google search trends, and chief complaints. Feature selection was performed using XGBoost and SHapley Additive exPlanations to identify the most influential predictors. Three forecasting models …

Characterizing The Metabolites Of The Tyrosine-Kinase Inhibitor Pexidartinib In Mouse Feces, Urine, Plasma, And Liver, Xuan Qin, Si Chen, John M Hakenjos, Jian Wang, Lei Guo, Ashish Dogra, Zhaoyong Hu, Kevin R Mackenzie, Feng Li

Faculty, Staff and Students Publications

Pexidartinib (PEX, TURALIO®), a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, is approved for treating tenosynovial giant cell tumor in adults. However, its potential to cause fatal liver injury has prompted the U.S. FDA to issue a black box warning, and the mechanisms underlying its hepatotoxicity remain largely unknown. As biotransformation may contribute to PEX-induced hepatotoxicity, understanding its metabolism is essential. Our previous research indicated that PEX forms reactive metabolites in human and mouse liver microsomes and in human hepatocytes. We investigated PEX metabolism and liver distribution in mice with a focus on metabolite characterization. Our data shows that PEX is mainly excreted into …

Real-World Evidence For Herbal Medicine Benefit In 9728 Type 2 Diabetes Patients-Peridonotitis Risk And Ambulatory Care Utilization., Wen-Wei Lin, Chieh-Tsung Yen, Hanoch Livneh, Hua-Lung Huang, Ming-Chi Lu, Wei-Jen Chen, Tzung-Yi Tsai

Leadership, Learning and Counseling Faculty Publications and Presentations

Recent evidence manifests that individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are increasingly affected by oral disorders. Although medicinal herbs have shown promise in managing T2D, their benefit in managing periodontitis risk and subsequent healthcare utilization remains uncertain.

Multisite Assembly Of Gateway Induced Clones (Magic): A Flexible Cloning Toolbox For Use In Vertebrate Model Systems, William B Gillespie, Yuwen Zhang, Oscar E Ruiz, Juan Cerda, Joshua Ortiz-Guzman, Michelle Sherman, Williamson D Turner, Gabrielle Largoza, Lili E Mosser, Esther Fujimoto, Chi-Bin Chien, Kristen M Kwan, Benjamin R Arenkiel, W Patrick Devine, Joshua D Wythe

Duncan NRI Faculty and Staff Publications

Here, we present MultiSite Assembly of Gateway Induced Clones (MAGIC), which leverages Gateway-based recombinatorial cloning technology for rapid, modular assembly of plasmids to facilitate transgenesis in cells and vertebrate animal models. The MAGIC collection of plasmids spans a range of in vitro and in vivo uses, from tools for optically and chemically tunable gene expression, to simultaneous expression of microRNAs and fluorescent reporters, to a suite of distinct subcellular compartmental fluorescent reporters, to Cre and Dre recombinase-dependent gene expression. MAGIC system components are compatible with existing MultiSite Gateway Tol2 systems currently used in zebrafish and mammalian lentiviral and adenoviral Destination …

Generation And Characterization Of A Knockout Mouse Of An Enhancer Of Ebf3, Emily Cordova Hurtado, Janine M Wotton, Alexander Gulka, Crystal Burke, Jeffrey K Ng, Ibrahim Bah, Juana Manuel, Hillary Heins, Stephen A Murray, David U Gorkin, Jacqueline K White, Kevin A Peterson, Tychele N Turner

2020-Current year OA Pubs

Genomic studies of neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) have identified several relevant genomic variants. EBF3 is a gene with an excess of protein-coding de novo variants and underlies Hypotonia, Ataxia, and Delayed Development Syndrome. We previously identified noncoding de novo variants in an enhancer of EBF3 and further found enrichment of deletions of this enhancer in NDDs. In this study, we generated a novel mouse line that deletes the highly conserved, orthologous mouse region within the Rr169617 regulatory region, and characterized the molecular and phenotypic aspects of this mouse model. We found a deviation from Mendelian expectation (P=0.02) with significant depletion of …

Evaluation Of The Impact Of Coriander Sativum Extract On The Modulation Of Inflammatory And Oxidative Enzymes In Ptz Induced Epilepsy In A Rat Model, Rusul Ali Kadhim, Zahraa Saleem Manji

Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences

Background

Recurrent and spontaneous seizures are a symptom of the epilepsy. It affects up to 65 million individuals globally, with lower-income nations accounting for 80% of cases. Since medicinal plants have special therapeutic qualities, they are frequently used to manage and cure epilepsy and convulsions. Because they have fewer side effects and stronger therapeutic results, medicinal plants are becoming more and more popular worldwide as a result of increased research and clinical use. The pharmaceutical industry is now concentrating heavily on the creation of novel plant-based antiepileptic/anticonvulsant drugs

Aims of the study:

Study the role of coriander sativum extraction in …

Life Balance For Counselors-In-Training: An Interpretative Phenomenological Investigation, Corey Olver

Journal of Counselor Preparation and Supervision

Life balance is an important yet understudied construct for counselors-in-training (CITs). Pursuing a graduate degree in counseling involves an investment of time and resources that may increase stress and adversely affect CIT wellbeing. This study explores the experience of ten CITs as they navigated life balance during their education. Analysis revealed that life balance was challenging as CITs managed their educational, personal, and work demands. Key findings reveal that satisfaction with life balance is related to alignment between real and ideal activity engagement, that students made important sacrifices to maintain balance, and their educational experience contributed to life balance perception. …

In Vivo Pharmacokinetic Evaluation Of A Gastro-Retentive Triple Drug Delivery System Utilizing Natural Polymers For Enhanced Helicobacter Pylori Eradication, Edukulla Satheesh Kumar, Hindustan Abdul Ahad, Thirumalesh Naik Sugali Banoth

Bulletin of Faculty of Pharmacy Cairo University

This study evaluates the in vivo pharmacokinetics of triple-drug gastro-retentive formulation (metronidazole- Plantago ovata seed mucilage/ clarithromycin- Abelmoschus esculentus fruit mucilage/enteric-coated pantoprazole) for Helicobacter pylori eradication, with a focus on pharmacokinetic parameters (e.g., relative bioavailability vs. conventional doses) as the true contribution. In a cross over study using six rabbits, plasma concentrations of metronidazole, clarithromycin, and pantoprazole sodium were measured via High Performance Liquid Chromatography technique, and pharmacokinetic parameters were determined. A single dose of the optimized formulation (C-8) produced optimal drug levels, with a mean Cmax of 24.36 ± 0.84 μg/mL and tmax at 6 hours. The other pharmacokinetic …

Global Citizenship Education In Ghana: An Evaluation Of The Junior High School Social Studies Curriculum, Benjamin Takyi, Anthony Bordoh Dr., Isaac Eshun Prof., Frederick Owusu

Journal of Educational Research and Practice

The aim of global citizenship education (GCE) is to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to address global challenges. Despite its significance, GCE is often insufficiently integrated into curricula, particularly in the Global South. The purpose of the study was to examine the alignment of the junior high school standards-based social studies curriculum with GCE principles. Using a qualitative case study design and content analysis, the study explores cognitive, socio-emotional, and behavioral aspects of global citizenship embedded in the curriculum. The findings indicate a strong alignment between social studies learning outcomes and GCE principles, with content incorporating …

Shakers And The Landscape Of Stewardship, Carl Benton Straub

Communal Societies

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Louise Michel, The Paris Commune, And Icaria: Europe’S Social Question And The Legacy Of French Communalism, Casey Harison

Communal Societies

No abstract provided.

Review Of Paradise Now: The Story Of American Utopianism, Jaya Reinhalter

Communal Societies

No abstract provided.

Sustainability In Practice: A Comparative Case Study Analysis Of The Ecovillage At Ithaca, Earthaven, And Sirius, Jesse Sherry, Alison Ormsby

Communal Societies

No abstract provided.

Disproportionate School Brutality Upon Black Children, Nicole Tuchinda

Kentucky Law Journal

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Aging And The Screen: Toxic Commodification Of The Female Body In The Substance (2024), Damlasu Uyug Sengun, Tuncer Mert Aydın, Zeynep Ozdamar Ertekin

Markets, Globalization & Development Review

Representations of the aging female body have increased in media, but their presence is still shaped by social norms and market-driven ideals. On the contrary, The Substance (2024), an absurd, postmodern body horror, provides us a provocative critique of contemporary society’s obsession with youth and beauty and the way our culture defines and commodifies aging, especially in relation to women’s bodies and identities. Our review of The Substance incorporates consumer culture theory with Julia Kristeva’s concept of the abject (1982), Laura Mulvey’s theory of the male gaze (1975), and Barbara Creed’s notion of the monstrous-feminine, (1993) to explore the toxic …

Seismic Responsive Buildings: Comparison Between Egyptian Code 2012 With Different International Codes For Seismic Structural Irregularities At Architectural Design, Aya Abd El Ghaffar Mohamed, Mohamed Anwar Mohamed Fikry, Mai Mohamed Abdo

Mansoura Engineering Journal

Seismic codes are laws and regulations that establish the basic requirements for building structures that can withstand seismic activity. Each country has different restrictions under different subheadings, depending on the seismic history of the region and the economic situation of the country. "Structural irregularity" is the most significant aspect of earthquake codes contributing to architectural design. A regular design of a structure leads to more rational behavior during earthquakes, enhancing resistance to dynamic loads and economic performance in comparison to irregular buildings. Architects must understand how earthquakes impact structures, as the structural system shapes the building's form and aesthetics, and …

Iron Deficiency—Challenging To Diagnose: A Retrospective Chart Review Of Referrals To Classical Hematology Clinic, Arianna S Moss, Melissa Thomas, Spencer Gibson, Ray Quy, Eva Zhao, Angelina Wang, Ben P Debeusscher, Zahra Pakbaz

Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives

Background: Iron deficiency (ID) is the leading nutritional deficiency and a major public health concern globally. Although anemia is the most widely known consequence of ID, ID is also an underrecognized cause of white blood cell and platelet count abnormalities.The primary objective of the current study is to assess physicians’ abilities to diagnose ID. Methods: This study is a retrospective chart review of 862 adults (mean age +/- SD of 52.5 ± 18.4, 447 female) seen by a classical hematologist at an academic center. Data analysis included specialty type of referring provider, referral reason, and the diagnosis made by the …

Population Structure Analysis Of Four Basal Higher-Attines Using Bioinformatic Approaches, Gabriel Mcdanield

Biology Theses

Metapopulations within the family Formicidae are unique among other animals due to the large colonies they build, and the mating strategies required to fertilize a specialized reproductive caste that will often produce young for the life of the colony. One group of ants, the fungus-gardeners (tribe Attini). The population structure of North American non-leafcutting, fungus-gardening ants has been understudied, especially in the southwest of the United States. Additionally, not much is known about their dispersal biology, so the dynamics of dispersal of these species and how they affect population structure is likewise not well known. To shed light on the …

The Student Movement Volume 110 Issue 8: Exchanging Ideas, Emotions, And Musical Tastes, Melanie Webb, Audrey Lim, Megan Constantine, Anna Rybachek, Isa Demoraes, Kyle Simpson, Michael Orellana, Andrew Francis, Reagan Westerman, Alyssa Caruthers, Madison Vath, Moraya Truman

The Student Movement V. 110 (2025-2026)

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Nominations, Predictions and No Taylor Swift: The 2026 Grammy Nominations, Melanie Webb

Violinist Junqi (Sophie) Tang Comes to HPAC This Sunday, Audrey Lim

HUMANS

Rooted in Nature: The AU Biophilia Club Cultivates Community and Connection, Megan Constantine

Japanese Exchange Student Shares Her Experiences at Andrews University, Anna Rybachek

Senior Cardinals Play in their Final Games, Isa DeMoraes

NEWS

Dating Game Brings Both the Rom and the Com, Kyle Simpson

Honors Church Resounds with Faith and Melody, Michael Orellana

Hucks Leaving AU Diversity Officer Role for NAD Position, Andrew Francis

AUSA Town Hall Tackles Tuition, Meal Plans and …