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Thermal Physiology Of The Giant Day Gecko, Phelsuma Grandis, Infinity Alvarez
Thermal Physiology Of The Giant Day Gecko, Phelsuma Grandis, Infinity Alvarez
Masters Theses (Archived)
Ectotherms rely on their environment to regulate and maintain their body temperature. For this reason, environmental fluctuations strongly impact their biology. Lizards are ectotherms that are suitable models to investigate thermal physiology. However, the bulk of this research has been studied using new world Anolis lizards. In this study, the giant day gecko, (P.grandis), native to Madagascar but invasive in Florida, was selected as a model for comparison. In our physiotype of P.grandis we included measurements such as metabolic rates, sprint speed at relevant temperatures, thermal preference, critical thermal minimum, and voluntary thermal maximum. Our findings showed that …
Impacts Of Land Development On Soil Microdiversity And Antibiotic Production, Dennis Guillen Castro, Robert Garcia, Jonathan Castro, Davida Smyth
Impacts Of Land Development On Soil Microdiversity And Antibiotic Production, Dennis Guillen Castro, Robert Garcia, Jonathan Castro, Davida Smyth
Masters Theses (Archived)
The impact of land development on soil microbial diversity and antibiotic production is critical due to industrial expansion and the scarcity of effective antibiotics. Low Impact Development (LID) aims to preserve ecosystems, but its effectiveness in maintaining microbial diversity is uncertain. This study compares soil samples from nine sites: undisturbed (UD), residential (RD), and Madla Greenway (GW) within the VIDA development area and Texas A&M University-San Antonio campus. Isolated microbes were screened for antibiotic production and genetically characterized. Preliminary findings indicate that UD sites harbor greater microbial abundance, and a higher proportion of antibiotic-producing microbes compared to GW and RD …
Mate Choice And Movement Ecology Of Plegadis Ibis In Louisiana, Ryan T. Klutts
Mate Choice And Movement Ecology Of Plegadis Ibis In Louisiana, Ryan T. Klutts
LSU Master's Theses
In 1817, George Ord documented the first North American records of Glossy Ibis (Plegadis falcinellus), a species native to the Old World. Over the next 200 years, Glossy Ibis expanded its breeding range to include the Atlantic coast to southernmost Florida and thence up the Gulf coast to eastern Texas. Forty-five to 75 years ago, its range expansion brought it into secondary contact with White-faced Ibis (P. chihi) in Louisiana, a native species whose breeding range includes freshwater wetlands in Louisiana and eastern Texas. Hybridization between the two species resulted in a large hybrid zone in southern Louisiana, providing an …
Pollinator Plant Communities Within Restored Montane Longleaf Pine Ecosystems, Hanen Van Rossem
Pollinator Plant Communities Within Restored Montane Longleaf Pine Ecosystems, Hanen Van Rossem
Master's Theses
Historically the fire-dependent and biodiverse longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) ecosystem was the dominant ecosystem of the Southeastern US. This ecosystem’s range was massively reduced due to land conversion and fire exclusion, causing the decline of many native species. Efforts to restore and protect longleaf pine stands are now ongoing with the goal of expanding habitat and refuge for threatened species. Differences in restoration practices and prior land use may influence the extent to which restored habitat patches can support pollinators and their plants. This study compared pollinator plant biodiversity between restored neighboring montane longleaf pine stands that differed in …
A Phylogenomic Investigation Of The Historical Biogeography Of Livebearers (Cyprinodontiformes: Poeciliidae), Sheila Rodríguez Machado
A Phylogenomic Investigation Of The Historical Biogeography Of Livebearers (Cyprinodontiformes: Poeciliidae), Sheila Rodríguez Machado
LSU Doctoral Dissertations
The Neotropics contain several biodiversity hotspots and harbor the highest diversity of freshwater fishes globally. Yet, recognizing the patterns and processes driving this richness remains a challenge. Similarly, all groups and subregions have not received the same attention, especially in the genomics era. Addressing these knowledge gaps will help us to better understand the region’s evolutionary and biogeographic complexity. The goal of this dissertation is to examine phylogenetic and biogeographic patterns of Neotropical freshwater fishes, with emphasis on the Greater Antilles, across multiple taxonomic and geographic scales. To achieve this goal, I generated a genomic dataset of hundreds of ultraconserved …
Oviposition And Immature Development Of Blowflies In Forensic Investigations, Amalia Herrera-Benitez
Oviposition And Immature Development Of Blowflies In Forensic Investigations, Amalia Herrera-Benitez
Themis: Research Journal of Justice Studies and Forensic Science
Forensic entomology is a subspecialty within the field of forensic science where insect evidence is analyzed to solve criminal cases. Insects begin to colonize the body, with blowflies being the first insects to arrive. Within minutes, blowflies can lay eggs on a decomposing body, and the larvae will feed once they hatch. The life cycles of blowflies are analyzed to help determine an estimated post-mortem interval (PMI), which is crucial in investigations, as it can help establish a timeline. Various factors, such as temperature and access to the body, can cause delays in the oviposition of blowflies. A delay in …
A Floristic Study Of The Vascular Flora Of The Brokeoff Mountains, Southcentral New Mexico, Bryana L. Olmeda, Harpo Faust, Hannah E. Marx
A Floristic Study Of The Vascular Flora Of The Brokeoff Mountains, Southcentral New Mexico, Bryana L. Olmeda, Harpo Faust, Hannah E. Marx
Biology ETDs
The vascular flora detailed here describes 438 km2 (169 mi2) of the Brokeoff Mountains of southeastern New Mexico. The Brokeoffs are part of the northern extent of the Chihuahuan Desert, the largest desert in North America and one of the ecoregions least represented in botanical collections. Prior to 2023, only 254 plant collections were known from the study site, representing roughly 1.5 collections per 2.59 km2 (1 mi2), despite strong research interest in its neighboring Guadalupe Mountains. Over two field seasons, 1920 plant collections were made, over 81 days of field work conducted, in …
Balancing Burrowing Owl (Athene Cunicularia Hypugaea) Protections While Maintaining Renewable Energy Development Within The San Joaquin Valley, Madison Lenzi Mcginn
Balancing Burrowing Owl (Athene Cunicularia Hypugaea) Protections While Maintaining Renewable Energy Development Within The San Joaquin Valley, Madison Lenzi Mcginn
Master's Projects and Capstones
Balancing the needs of wildlife and people has long been a complex challenge. The San Joaquin Valley exemplifies this tension, as space for agriculture and urbanization compete for land use of native grasslands– often resulting in the conversion of grasslands for agriculture fields, commercialized areas, or energy development. With an increasing number of agricultural landscapes going fallow and the passing of SB-100 in 2018, solar farm development has emerged as an attractive option to offset financial losses from unproductive farmland. However, the same landscapes favored for solar development also provide suitable habitat for sensitive species such the western burrowing owl …
Generation Of A Transgenic Vector For The Purpose Of Transforming Charcoal Rot Resistance Into Soybeans (Glycine Max), John M. Bear Jr
Generation Of A Transgenic Vector For The Purpose Of Transforming Charcoal Rot Resistance Into Soybeans (Glycine Max), John M. Bear Jr
Electronic Theses & Dissertations
Charcoal rot, caused by Macrophomina phaseolina, is among the most devastating fungal pathogens affecting G. max, particularly in drought-susceptible regions such as the midwestern United States. Traditional agricultural practices have included crop rotation and irrigation, which have proved ineffective or economically unfeasible. Charcoal rot infects over 500 other species of plants and can overwinter as dormant sclerotia which can germinate once soybeans are re-planted and infect young plants. As a result, transgenic solutions have offered a promising alternative for the development of disease-resistant soybeans. This thesis documents the construction of a transgenic vector to express BOZO, a …
Ecology And Management Of Alligatorweed (Alternanthera Philoxeroides) And An Associated Thrips Biological Control Agent (Amynothrips Andersoni), Samuel Alec Schmid
Ecology And Management Of Alligatorweed (Alternanthera Philoxeroides) And An Associated Thrips Biological Control Agent (Amynothrips Andersoni), Samuel Alec Schmid
Theses and Dissertations
Alligatorweed (Alternanthera philoxeroides), native to South America, is a highly invasive aquatic macrophyte that is globally distributed and particularly problematic in the southeastern United States. In the United States, alligatorweed management has a long history, particularly of chemical and biological control. Alligatorweed management saw early success with a South American flea beetle (Agasicles hygrophila), but this agent’s utility has waned. Despite the long history of alligatorweed invasion, several important research questions remain, and the research in this dissertation seeks to answer some of these questions. This research focuses on multiple and diverse aspects of alligatorweed biology, ecology, and management: (1) …
A Bitter Brew For Cancer: Egcg’S Impact On Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Lizzeth Holguin, Mary-Esther Leblanc, Mariana Reyes, Terry Jo Shackleford
A Bitter Brew For Cancer: Egcg’S Impact On Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Lizzeth Holguin, Mary-Esther Leblanc, Mariana Reyes, Terry Jo Shackleford
Cell and Molecular Methods
Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG), a powerful antioxidant found in green tea, is an abundant treatment to treat Ewing Sarcoma cells, a pediatric cancer affecting the skeletal system. Given EGCG’s known role in other cancer treatments, these tests aim to investigate its effects as a standalone natural compound on Ewing Sarcoma cells. Focusing on the PI3K/AKT pathway, if the PI3K/AKT pathway is inhibited by EGCG, then it will lead to reduced cell survival and proliferation of EW8 cells. Using cell culture techniques, IncuCyte-based IC50 analysis, caspase 3/7, RNA purification, cDNA synthesis, and qRT-PCR, EGCG’s impact was assessed on cell apoptosis and gene …
The Effect Of Epigallocatechin Gallate (Egcg) And Alpha L-Mangostin On Tp53, Bax, And Vim Gene Expression And Apoptosis In Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Victoria Valdez, Terry Jo Shackleford
The Effect Of Epigallocatechin Gallate (Egcg) And Alpha L-Mangostin On Tp53, Bax, And Vim Gene Expression And Apoptosis In Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Victoria Valdez, Terry Jo Shackleford
Cell and Molecular Methods
Ewing Sarcoma (ES) is a malignant pediatric bone tumor driven by chromosomal translocations and fusion oncogenes with limited targeted treatment options. This study investigated the chemopreventive potential of two natural compounds, Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) found in green tea, and Alpha L-Mangostin from mangosteen, on apoptosis and gene expression in ES cells. We hypothesized that EGCG and Alpha L-Mangostin treatment would induce apoptosis and downregulate cancer-promoting genes. To test this, we performed tissue culture, IC50 assays, caspase-based apoptosis detection, RNA purification, cDNA synthesis, and qRT-PCR on ES cell lines treated with a high and low concentration of the two compounds. Our …
Turtle Creek Tree Restoration Project, Rebecca Beneroff, Risa Kanefsky, Max Dicerbo, Pj Newhart, Amanda Mitchell
Turtle Creek Tree Restoration Project, Rebecca Beneroff, Risa Kanefsky, Max Dicerbo, Pj Newhart, Amanda Mitchell
Final Reports in ENST 411: Environmental Community Projects
Over the course of this project our group members Rebecca, Max, PJ, Amanda, and Risa worked closely with Jim Knight and Brian Auman from Turtle Creek Park to help research, plan, and execute a tree transplanting event that would be efficiently implemented and environmentally sound. This work involved extensive preparatory work in the park including soil testing, bare leaf tree identification, tree and shrub species characterization, and recommendation. The entire process was rooted in the most up to date literature and scientific practices surrounding bare root tree nurseries, existing land management plans, invasive species and public park management, ecological succession, …
The Effects Of Sugar Alcohols On The Growth Of Cariogenic Bacteria, Jake Sanders Boone
The Effects Of Sugar Alcohols On The Growth Of Cariogenic Bacteria, Jake Sanders Boone
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
The purpose of this study was to examine the potential of sugar alcohols, commonly used as sugar substitutes to reduce the activity of dental caries causing bacteria. Specifically, the sugar alcohols xylitol, erythritol, sorbitol, and mannitol were placed into the growth media of Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus acidophilus. The effects on their bacterial growth were observed. 10% xylitol, 10% erythritol, 10% sorbitol, 10% mannitol, 5% xylitol + 5% erythritol, and 3.3% erythritol + 3.3% xylitol + 3.3% sorbitol combinations were compared to the control groups for differences in bacterial growth. S. mutans samples were significantly inhibited by all groups except …
Dna Extraction And Species Determination Of Historic Museum Pelt Samples, Selin Ates
Dna Extraction And Species Determination Of Historic Museum Pelt Samples, Selin Ates
Student Theses
The identity of the fur covering the sculpture named Object in the Museum of Modern Art has remained a mystery since its creation in 1936 by Meret Oppenheim. DNA testing can possibly provide an answer, but to preserve the integrity of the sculpture, only a very small piece of the fur can be sampled. Prior to testing Object, testing using museum samples was performed to determine whether DNA of a sufficient quantity and quality can be extracted and sequenced. Several DNA extraction and sample washing methods were tested to examine the effects on the DNA of museum pelts aged …
Microbial Community Contribution To Oxidative Stress Defense In High-Biomass Forming Cyanobacteria Harmful Algal Blooms (Chabs), Chelsea Donovan
Microbial Community Contribution To Oxidative Stress Defense In High-Biomass Forming Cyanobacteria Harmful Algal Blooms (Chabs), Chelsea Donovan
Masters Theses, 2020-current
Cyanobacterial harmful algal blooms (cHABs) occur globally, excluding Antarctica, and often involve toxin-producing species such as Microcystis aeruginosa. These blooms threaten both ecosystems and public health, making it essential to understand their underlying drivers. Cyanobacteria generate reactive oxygen species (ROS) during photosynthesis, which can cause cellular damage unless neutralized. Some, like M. aeruginosa, lack the genetic capacity to detoxify ROS and rely on associated bacterioplankton for protection. To investigate the role of phycosphere bacteria in mitigating ROS stress, we conducted an incubation experiment using samples collected throughout the 2023 Lake Erie bloom season. Samples were treated with 10 …
Identification Of Methylation Patterns, Associated Dna Methylating Proteins, And Methyltransferase Inhibitors On The Promoter Regions Of Dax-1, Brandon Tyler Toy
Identification Of Methylation Patterns, Associated Dna Methylating Proteins, And Methyltransferase Inhibitors On The Promoter Regions Of Dax-1, Brandon Tyler Toy
Master's Theses
The DAX-1 gene (Dosage-Sensitive Sex Reversal, Adrenal Hypoplasia Congenita, Critical Region on the X chromosome, gene 1) encodes for an orphan nuclear hormone receptor and its mutation is implicated in multiple diseases including congenital adrenal hypoplasia, adrenal cancer, and breast cancer. Previous research has linked DAX-1 downregulation to tumor initiation in breast tissue, suggesting the gene acts as a tumor suppressor with respect to breast cancer. Additional studies completed by the Tzagarakis-Foster laboratory have shown that methylation of the DAX-1 promoter region is heavily influential in breast cancer development, with release of epigenetic repression resulting in slowing of cellular proliferation …
Identifying Alternatively Spliced Events And Exons Between Blood Cell Types, Jessica Holder
Identifying Alternatively Spliced Events And Exons Between Blood Cell Types, Jessica Holder
UNLV Theses, Dissertations, Professional Papers, and Capstones
Transcript isoforms arising from alternative splicing events can contribute to the development of a cell’s identity and function and overall protein diversity. Peripheral blood is a useful model to study and evaluate computational methods for alternative splicing detection due to its abundant data across various sequencing protocols. The alternative splicing events across different blood cell types have not been completely identified and detecting alternative splicing through short read sequencing is still a challenging problem. Here, we propose to integrate multiple bulk RNA-seq datasets of purified blood cells using a novel integration method to identify the cell-type specific alternative splicing events …
Mechanisms That Contribute To Age-Dependent Segregation Errors In Drosophila Oocytes, Zihan Meng
Mechanisms That Contribute To Age-Dependent Segregation Errors In Drosophila Oocytes, Zihan Meng
Dartmouth College Ph.D Dissertations
Meiotic chromosome segregation errors in human oocytes are the leading cause of miscarriages and aneuploid pregnancies, and these errors increase dramatically as women age. Using Drosophila oocytes as a model system, this dissertation identifies the NAD⁺-dependent deacetylase Sirt1 as a key regulator of chromosome segregation and meiotic arm cohesion. Loss of Sirt1 activity during meiotic prophase leads to premature loss of arm cohesion and increased segregation errors in Drosophila oocytes. In addition, elevated acetylation of its substrate, histone H4K16, indicates that Sirt1 activity declines in oocytes during aging. Strikingly, dietary administration of the Sirt1 activator SRT1720 preserves Sirt1 deacetylase activity …
Effects Of Cytochalasin D On Motor Function In Drosophila, Airyel Noguera
Effects Of Cytochalasin D On Motor Function In Drosophila, Airyel Noguera
Honors Theses
Actin proteins play an important role in microfilaments, one of the three components of the cytoskeleton of the cell. The actin protein is responsible for cellular functions such as with their role in neuromuscular junctions. The dynamics of these proteins can be further explored with manipulation of polymerization through the treatment of a biochemical drug, Cytochalasin D. This fungal toxin caps the ends of actin filaments, destabilizing them by inhibiting G- and F-actin monomers from binding. Treating Drosophila in their early embryonic stage with this drug after permeabilization can give insights on the importance of actin proteins at neuromuscular junctions …
Hsp70 Chaperones, Ssa1 And Ssa2, Limit Poly(A) Binding Protein Aggregation, Hannah E. Buchholz, Sean A. Martin, Jane E. Dorweiler, Claire M. Radtke, Adam S. Knier, Natalia B. Beans, Anita L. Manogaran
Hsp70 Chaperones, Ssa1 And Ssa2, Limit Poly(A) Binding Protein Aggregation, Hannah E. Buchholz, Sean A. Martin, Jane E. Dorweiler, Claire M. Radtke, Adam S. Knier, Natalia B. Beans, Anita L. Manogaran
Biological Sciences Faculty Research and Publications
Molecular chaperones play a central role in maintaining protein homeostasis. The highly conserved Hsp70 family of chaperones have major functions in folding of nascent peptides, protein refolding, and protein aggregate disassembly. In yeast, loss of two Hsp70 proteins, Ssa1 and Ssa2, is associated with decreased cellular growth and shortened lifespan. While heterologous or mutant temperature-sensitive proteins form anomalous large cytoplasmic inclusions in ssa1Δssa2Δ strains, it is unclear how endogenous wild-type proteins behave and are regulated in the presence of limiting Hsp70s. Using the wild-type yeast Poly A binding protein (Pab1), which is involved in mRNA binding and forms stress granules …
Proceedings Of The 12th Research Symposium At Mammoth Cave National Park, Pat Kambesis Editor, Lee Anne Bledsoe Editor, Ana K. Celis Editor
Proceedings Of The 12th Research Symposium At Mammoth Cave National Park, Pat Kambesis Editor, Lee Anne Bledsoe Editor, Ana K. Celis Editor
Mammoth Cave Research Symposia
Proceedings of the 12th Research Symposium at Mammoth Cave National Park: Celebrating 100 Years of Scientific Research & Resource Management in the Mammoh Cave Region.
Genetic Correlations Between Enteric Methane And Traits Of Economic Importance In A Beef Finishing System, Clodagh V. Ryan, Thierry Pabiou, Deirdre C. Purfield
Genetic Correlations Between Enteric Methane And Traits Of Economic Importance In A Beef Finishing System, Clodagh V. Ryan, Thierry Pabiou, Deirdre C. Purfield
Department of Biological Sciences Publications
With the pressing global challenge of climate change, the potential to breed cattle that produce less lifetime methane offers a transformative solution that is both sustainable and impactful. The objective of this study was to determine the genetic correlations between enteric methane emissions and economically important traits included in the current Terminal Index used to breed animals for meat in Ireland. This Terminal Index is typical of terminal-type indexes used globally, constituting traits associated with calving performance, carcass merit, and efficiency traits such as feed intake and age at finish, as well as some ancillary traits such as docility. Methane …
Minimal Anti-Cancer Effects Of Mushroom-Derived Compounds Hispidin And Chaga Extract On Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Jordan Cosgrove, Fiona Coulbourne, Iris Reyna, Giselle Serna-Flores, Terry Jo Shackleford
Minimal Anti-Cancer Effects Of Mushroom-Derived Compounds Hispidin And Chaga Extract On Ewing Sarcoma Cells, Jordan Cosgrove, Fiona Coulbourne, Iris Reyna, Giselle Serna-Flores, Terry Jo Shackleford
Cell and Molecular Methods
Ewing sarcoma is a rare and aggressive cancer of adolescents and young adults driven by the EWSR1–FLI1 gene fusion. Standard treatments include chemotherapy, surgery, and radiation, though survival rates remain low. Natural compounds such as hispidin, derived from fungi, and Chaga mushroom extract have shown potential anti-cancer effects by disrupting cell cycle progression and promoting apoptosis in other cancer models. In this study, we tested the effects of hispidin and Chaga extract on Ewing sarcoma cells to evaluate their ability to suppress cell growth and identify potential therapeutic benefits.
The Effects Of Hispidin And Eribulin Mesylate On Cell Proliferation Of Ewing Sarcoma Cell Lines, Elena Mares, Angelina Juarrita, Sierra Munoz, Terry Jo Shackleford
The Effects Of Hispidin And Eribulin Mesylate On Cell Proliferation Of Ewing Sarcoma Cell Lines, Elena Mares, Angelina Juarrita, Sierra Munoz, Terry Jo Shackleford
Cell and Molecular Methods
Ewing sarcoma is a type of cancer that targets the cells within bones and soft tissue and is most prevalent in younger populations. It is important to look at this specific cancer because there is no cure yet, and the risks increase, even after a patient has completed their treatment. We hypothesize that if we treat Ewing sarcoma cell lines with natural compounds, specifically Hispidin and Eribulin Mesylate, then the cell lines will decrease in cell viability and there will be an increase in apoptosis of the cancerous cell lines. We performed a series of experiments, which included IC50 analysis, …
Phage Therapy For Urinary Tract Infections: Progress And Challenges Ahead, Chase J. Morgan, Haley Atkins, Alan J. Wolfe, Linda Brubaker, Saima Aslam, Catherine Putonti, Michael B. Doud, Lindsey A. Burnett
Phage Therapy For Urinary Tract Infections: Progress And Challenges Ahead, Chase J. Morgan, Haley Atkins, Alan J. Wolfe, Linda Brubaker, Saima Aslam, Catherine Putonti, Michael B. Doud, Lindsey A. Burnett
Biology: Faculty Publications and Other Works
Introduction and Hypothesis: Urinary tract infection (UTI) treatment is a growing public health concern owing to increasing antimicrobial resistance. Phage therapy, an alternative or adjunctive treatment to antibiotics, has the potential to address this challenge. However, clinical use of phage therapy is hindered by knowledge gaps and inconsistent reporting. The objective was to review the current state of phage therapy for UTIs and highlight research priorities that can optimize phage clinical efficacy. Methods: Current literature on UTI phage therapy was examined, focusing on the lack of standardized phage susceptibility testing, phage characterization, and microbiological assessments during and after treatment. Results: …
How Soil Fungal Communities Respond To Invasive Plant Species Treatments In Soil From Banksia Woodland, South-Western Australia, Aaron J. Brace, Katinka X. Ruthrof, Joseph B. Fontaine, Ben P. Miller, Anna J.M. Hopkins
How Soil Fungal Communities Respond To Invasive Plant Species Treatments In Soil From Banksia Woodland, South-Western Australia, Aaron J. Brace, Katinka X. Ruthrof, Joseph B. Fontaine, Ben P. Miller, Anna J.M. Hopkins
Research outputs 2022 to 2026
Context. Invasive plants are one of the most significant threats to woodlands globally. Methods of invasive plant control include manual removal and herbicide application. While the impacts of control methods on invasive and off-target native plant species are often explored, the impacts on below-ground organisms, such as fungi, are less well understood. Aims. We conducted a glasshouse trial to investigate the responses of soil fungal communities to herbicides and manual removal that are used to control common invasive plant species in Banksia woodland in south-western Australia. Methods. Broad spectrum (glyphosate and pelargonic acid) and grass-specific (fluazifop-p-butyl) herbicides were separately applied …
Common Challenges Faced By Early-Career Researchers In Latin American And Small U.S. Universities, Daniela Cejas, Fatima Rodriguez Acosta, Juan Rivera-Correa
Common Challenges Faced By Early-Career Researchers In Latin American And Small U.S. Universities, Daniela Cejas, Fatima Rodriguez Acosta, Juan Rivera-Correa
Publications and Research
Early-career researchers from Spanish-speaking Latin American countries and small U.S. universities are underrepresented in international scientific databases. They have geographical importance, infectious disease endemicity, and exceptional researchers in microbiology, but these factors do not translate to representation in high-impact scientific publications. Many reasons could be involved, including financial burdens such as the inability to pay article processing charges. Additional teaching, institutional, and service responsibilities also highly influence their research productivity. Despite this, they are expected to publish high-impact articles, and their career development highly depends on it. There is an opportunity for global peer collaboration to tackle this inequity and …
Synthesis And Characterization Of Schiff Base Compounds Produced From 6-Bromo-4-Fluoro-2 Aminobenzothazol Assessment Against Antibacterial Activity, Hiba I. Abdullah, Wissam M. R. Al-Joboury, Ibrahim F.O. Aljoboury, Ibtihal K. Hameed, Khalid A. Al-Badrany, Mahmod A. Abdulqader
Synthesis And Characterization Of Schiff Base Compounds Produced From 6-Bromo-4-Fluoro-2 Aminobenzothazol Assessment Against Antibacterial Activity, Hiba I. Abdullah, Wissam M. R. Al-Joboury, Ibrahim F.O. Aljoboury, Ibtihal K. Hameed, Khalid A. Al-Badrany, Mahmod A. Abdulqader
AUIQ Complementary Biological System
Schiff bases exhibit a wide range of biological activities, including antibacterial, antifungal, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory properties. The aim of study was to synthesized 2-amino-benzothiazole derivatives and showed their novel structure leads to potent antimicrobial activity. The Schiff base compounds derived from 6-bromo-4-fluoro-2-aminobenzothazol was prepared from the reaction of 6-bromo-4-fluoro-2-aminobenzothazol compound (W1) with potassium thiocyanate in the presence of bromine. Unsaturated Alpha-Beta (W2-6) compounds were obtained from the reaction of and aromatic benzaldehyd with para -hydroxy acetophenone in a basal medium. The interaction of alpha-beta - unsaturated compounds with 4,6-dichloro-2-aminobenzothiazole gives compounds (W7-11) 4-(1-(4,6-dichlorobenzothiazole-2-El amino) - 3-aryl) phenol. The prepared compounds …
Estimation Of Some Biomarkers Related To Bone Turnover In Iraqi Women, Wafaa Raji Alfatlawi
Estimation Of Some Biomarkers Related To Bone Turnover In Iraqi Women, Wafaa Raji Alfatlawi
AUIQ Complementary Biological System
Osteoporosis is defined as a heterogeneous bone disease that leads to weakening in the structure of bones. Bone structure remains dynamic throughout an individual’s life, it undergoes continuous growth and resorption in a specific mechanism called bone turnover. Osteoporosis assumes the perturbation of equilibrium of the growth to destruction towards the destructive away. Bone turnover markers consider as indicators for pathway of bone turning over, it classified into two groups: first group to build the bones, the second group to break it down. By using bio tests and assays, these markers can be evaluated to monitor the activity of the …