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Evaluation of the Chemical Composition of Soil at E-waste Blazing Sites in Computer Village, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria

Edwin Andrew Ofudje, Olubunmi Kolawole Akiode, Gabriel Opeoluwa Oladipo, Adebusayo Emmanuel Adedapo & Lateefah Olanike Adebayo · Chemical Science International Journal · 2015

The evaluation of open blazing of electronic waste on the chemical composition of three different soil where e-waste were regularly being burnt with control samples at various distances away from each blazing site at computer village, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria was carried out using A...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACSJ/2015/16114

Algae Oil Transesterification by Ultrasonic Irradiation on Sn-nano Sulfated Zirconia- Silica Catalyst

S. D. Sharma & Shailandra Singh · Chemical Science International Journal · 2015

Biodiesel production from algae oil by transesterification reaction using ultrasonic irradiation on heterogeneous catalyst was done at atmospheric condition to make the process sustainable and parsimonious. Ultrasonication reduces the reaction time as compared to the conventional...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACSJ/2015/17259

Star-shaped Thiourea Derivative as Single Molecule Conductive Thin Film

Wan M. Khairul, Choon- Wan Yeap, Hasiah Salleh & Rafizah Rahamathullah · Chemical Science International Journal · 2015

The electronic delocalization in extended π-orbital system of conjugated organic molecules brings significant contribution and has lead for further investigation to exploit this system to be used as potential conductive thin film. In this work, a star-shaped thiourea, N1,N3,N5-tr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACSJ/2015/16916

A Microcontroller-based Design for Energy Efficient Nickel-chrome Plating Process

Olabode Oladipo Olakanmi, Ogundare Margaret Ojone, Adesina Olanrewaju Seun, Isadare Dayo Adeyemi, Akinluwade Kunle Joseph, Taiwo Adeyinka Taofeek, Odejobi Olusegun Abel & Adetunji Adelana Rasaki · Chemical Science International Journal · 2015

This paper presents a microcontroller-based design system for automated Nickel-chrome plating process using time flow of current. Given fixed electroplating parameters, the amount of a substance discharged will be a function of time and current density. These oftentimes are tradi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACSJ/2015/12741

Demographic Variables and Self Image as Predictors of Pornography Viewing and Substance Use among Nigerian Adolescents

M. T. Abiodun, B. F. Akinkunmi & G. E. Okungbowa · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Background: Health Risk behavior is a major concern in the society, especially among young people. Aims: This study evaluated the influence of self-image; socio-demographic factors and low parental supervision on pornography consumption and substance use among Nigerian adolescent...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/16780

Fetal Heart Rate Interpretation in the Second Stage of Labour: Pearls and Pitfalls

Sian McDonnell & Edwin Chandraharan · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

It is vital to determine whether a fetus is showing a normal physiological response to the stress of labour or if the fetus is exposed to intrapartum hypoxia to ensure timely and appropriate management. Failure to interpret fetal heart rate correctly during second stage of labour...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17022

Identification and Susceptibility Testing on Samples of Mycobacterium spp

R. A. O. Calsolari, M. L. Shikama, M. A. M. B. Ribeiro, M. P. Okoshi & A. L. Mondelli · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Background: Tuberculosis is still a major global health problem. Human tuberculosis is caused by species of bacteria belonging to the Mycobacterium genus. In this study we determined mycobacterial species affecting patients from Botucatu, Brazil, and tested M. tuberculosis sensit...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/14797

A Successful Resuscitation of a Young Patient with Persistent Life Threatening Ventricular Fibrillation during a Minor Surgical Procedure

Jing Song, Josue Rivera, Vilma Joseph & Shamantha Reddy · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: A discussion about the treatment options for cardiac arrest due to cocaine toxicity. Presentation of Case: This is a case report of a young man who underwent general anesthesia for a urologic procedure. He suffered a ventricular fibrillation arrest and required over an hour...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/15822

Anterior Chest Wall Tuberculosis Involving Lungs, Pleura and Lymph Nodes in an Immunocompetent Patient: A Case Report

Ashok K. Gupta, Pradeep Sharma & Neeru Mittal · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: The chest wall tuberculosis accounts for 1-5% of all cases of musculoskeletal tuberculosis. Here we are presenting a rare case of anterior chest wall tuberculosis in an immunocompetent patient. Presentation of Case: A 20-year-old male came for routine medical check-up, whic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/16832

Epidemiology of Coccidian Parasites in HIV Patients of Northern Uganda

Isaac Echoru, Lule Herman, Lisa Micheni, Mulkah O. Ajagun-Ogunleye, Muhamudu Kalange & Keneth Iceland Kasozi · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aim: The epidemiology of coccidian parasites in HIV patients of sub-sahara Africa is poorly understood. This study aimed at determining the epidemiology of coccidian parasites and their associated risk factors. This was a cross sectional study carried out in Arua district in West...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/15959

Chronic Low-dose Step-up Protocol in Treating Women with Unexplained Infertility: (37.5 Units Versus 75 Units of Follitropin Alpha as the Initial Dose)

Ibrahim Polat, Gonca Yetkin Yildirim, Eser S. Ozyurek, Vuslat Lale Bakir, Ali Ekiz, Deniz Acar & Merve Aldıkactioglu Talmac · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aims: To compare the treatment outcome of the 37.5 Units/day follitropin-alpha (Study Group) with 75 Units/day (Control Group) as the initial dose for chronic low-dose step-up ovulation induction for unexplained infertile, non-PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome) women. Methodology...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17266

Clinico-Demographic Indicators of Depression among Infertile Women in a Tertiary Health Institution in Awka, South East Nigeria

L. C. Ikeako, O. Iteke, H. U. Ezegwui & T. C. Okeke · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Background: Infertility is a phenomenon which influences all lifestyle aspects of a couple and has cultural, social, legal and especially psychological consequences. Depression is a common consequence of infertility and its impact can be devastating to the infertile persons and t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/16302

Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting by Different Categories of Healthcare Workers in Nnewi, Nigeria: Awareness, Knowledge and Attitudes

Amaka Y. Ezeuko, Uzo E. Ebenebe, Chinomnso C. Nnebue & Okechukwu O. Ndu · Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research · 2015

Aim: To determine the level of awareness, knowledge and attitudes among health workers in different settings of health care in Nnewi, Nigeria towards the reporting of adverse drug reactions (ADRs). Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study of 372 health workers in different he...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJMMR/2015/17183

Access Control Model for an Electronic Master Plan Maintenance Web-based GIS

O. I. Zhukovsky, Yu. B. Gritsenko, P. V. Senchenko & M. M. Milikhin · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

Aims: The article is dedicated to give an assessment of the applicability of the popular access control models for designing the information security subsystem of an electronic master plan (EMP) web-based geographic information system. An overview of access control models used fo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/16844

Study on Synthesis of Star Poly(ε-caprolactone)-b-polylysine Copolymer, Characterization and Its Micelles’ Properties

Shao He-Wei, Xue Rong, Zeng Yong-Jun, Zhao Qian, Zhang Shi-Yu, Han Xiao-Yan & Zhang Yi · Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology · 2015

Four-armed star poly (ε-caprolactone) (PCL) terminated with carboxy group was prepared by two-step reaction. The carboxy group of star PCL was activated and chemically conjugated to the amine group of PLL (polylysine) to produce sPCL-b-PLL copolymer. The structure of final produc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJAST/2015/17180