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Ficus capensis Thumb. (Moraceae): Review of Its Ethnomedicinal Uses, Pharmacological Activities and Phytochemical Constituents

Kevwe Benefit Esievo, Samuel Onuche Anthony, Omolola Temitope Fatokun & Oluyemisi Folashade Kunle · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Ficus capensis Thumb (Moraceae) also known as the Cape fig plant belongs to the mulberry family and is a native of tropical Africa and the Cape Islands. Pharmacological studies have validated significant actions of different extracts as antimicrobial, relaxation of gastrointestin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39495

Improving the Quality of Health Management Information System: Determinants of Effective Data Management among Data Management Officers in a South West State in Nigeria

Yetunde W. Olagbuji & Adewale M. Adejugbagbe · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Producing quality data and adequate information is crucial for decision making at all levels of the health system. Effective data management among health workers is seen as a promising choice for improving quality of data and continue professional development in health care. This...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39541

Influence of Surrounding Land Use on the Physicochemical Parameters of Agulu Lake, Anambra State, Nigeria

Nelson Mbanefo Okoye & Louis Chukwuemeka Orakwe · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Effective surface water management requires a detailed understanding of the relationship between land use and water quality. This study investigated the spatial variability of land use impacts on water quality of Agulu Lake in Anambra State, Nigeria. The aim was to look at how th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39397

Pack-cyaniding: A Comparative Study of Low and High-Temperature Treatment

K. J. Akinluwade, A. L. Rominiyi, D. A. Isadare, A. R. Adetunji & M. O. Adeoye · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

This study made a comparison between low and high-temperature pack cyaniding. Specific focus includes microstructure, surface hardness and case depth of treated samples. Standard specimens machined from mild steel were pack cyanided at 550°C (low temperature) and 950°C (high temp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/37198

Equilibrium Isotherm Studies on the Adsorption of Malachite Green and Lead Ion from Aqueous Solution Using Locally Activated Ugwaka Clay (Black Clay)

Asadu Christian Oluchukwu, Onoh Ikechukwu Maxwell & Agulanna Chibuzor Albert · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

The efficiency of Malachite green dye and Lead ion removal from aqueous solution and industrial waste effluents by adsorption using activated clay made from Ugwaka clay  (Black Clay) have been investigated. Pilot-scale activation of the clay was performed at a temperature of 100º...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39302

Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis

Okolie Paul Chukwulozie, Oluwadare Benjamin Segun, Okolie Uchenna Onyebuchi & Ugwuegbu Duke Chiagoro · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Engineering systems design and analysis is dependent on the ability to analyse the system in the context of uncertainties in their performance. Engineering systems design evaluates the reliability of normal operations, the risk of normal operations, appropriate decisions to maint...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/32857

The Effects of Cervus nippon on Two Key Ecological Drivers Controlling Populations of Plebejus argus on Heaths: Larval Food Sources and Mutualistic Ants

S. R. Woodley & A. Diaz · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

This study investigated the effects of grazing by invasive sika deer, Cervus nippon on the abundance of the silver-studded blue butterfly Plebejus argus on a lowland heath system in the UK.  Plebejus argus is a rare species whose UK stronghold is lowland heath, where it is depend...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39140

Students Programme Satisfaction and Loyalty towards Their Departments and Institutions

Ismail Olaniyi Muraina · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Delivering a high level of educational quality is important as a means of getting satisfied and contended with the services rendering by the school or department to maintain loyalty with such school or department. The study looks at the students' programme satisfaction and loyalt...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/39275

Pesticide Residues Monitoring of Organophosphorus and Carbamates in Grapes in Three Egyptian Governorates

Ali M. Shams El Din, Mohamed M. Azab & Mohamed A. Shalaby · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

To assess the level of pesticide residues of 21 organophosphorus (OPs) and 5 carbamates (Carbs) in grapes, a total number of 96 samples of grape fruits and leaves was purchased from the markets of Qalyubia, Sharkia and Minufiya governorates during 2012 and 2013. The multi-residue...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/38986

Geo-electric Laboratory Simulation for Characterization of Hydrocarbon Impacted Coastal Sands

S. Sualla, M. N. Tijani, M. A. Oladunjoye & O. A. Oki · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

An electrical resistivity experiment was undertaken using a laboratory model tank with the aim of simulating and characterizing hydrocarbon spills on coastal sands. Prior to injection of fluids, geo-electric measurements were done as a control, subsequently injection of crude oil...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2018/37490

A Study on Health Science Students’ Perception of Active Teaching and Learning Methodologies for Creating Excitement in Basic Science Classrooms

Anshoo Agarwal & S. Anil Mohan Rao · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

Background: The aim of our study was to assess the conventional approach of education as well as to propose other suitable education means that can be endeavored in conveying facts to the students. Fundamentally, giving education must comprise two chief sections, which is sending...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2017/38418

Maximizing Overall Equipment Effectiveness in a Food Processing Industry: A Case Study

Christopher Chukwutoo Ihueze & Chukwuebuka Martinjoe U-Dominic · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

In this study, TPM strategies were deployed to improve the production performance of a manufacturing facility. The OEE quantitative metric has been followed here to solve the underlying problem of reducing the frequency of machine failures and improving its operational efficiency...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2017/38187

High-quality Learning: Harder to Achieve Than We Think: A Multicenter Study on Attitudes towards Research among Students

Anshoo Agarwal & S. Anil Mohan Rao · Archives of Current Research International · 2018

There has been a recorded decrease in the volume of research students who are ready to be Medical researchers in life. Various scientific-based departments have conveyed their worry about career deterioration that lacks the consistent reformation offered by the innovative growth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ACRI/2017/38419