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Sulphate Minimization in Agricultural Drainage Water Using Modified Rice Husk

M. A. Adejumobi, T. B. Adebayo & O. E. Onofua · Advances in Research · 2022

Eutrophication, salinization, hypoxia, and toxic algae, among other environmental damages are costly consequences of agricultural drainage water (ADW), and therefore poses a threat to ecological biodiversity, food security and agriculture sustainability. This work aimed to assess...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i330333

Annexin A2 versus Alpha-Fetoprotein in Diagnosing Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Diagnostic Meta-Analysis

Erick Thokerunga, Abdullahi Omar Ahmed & Mbasani Rogious · Advances in Research · 2022

Background: Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) remains widely used for diagnosing hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) despite its low sensitivity and specificity. Recently, Annexin A2, a highly expressed protein in HCC and almost undetectable in normal liver cells has been studied as a potential...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i330331

Academic Interest and Self-esteem as Correlates of Secondary School Students’ Academic Achievement in English Language in Nigeria

Akuezuilo, J. A., Mbachu, C. U. & Akunne, L. I. · Advances in Research · 2022

Aims: This study examined academic interest and self-esteem as correlates of secondary school students’ academic achievement in English language in Nigeria. Study Design: Correlational survey Place and Duration of Study: Anambra State, Nigeria, conducted between December 2021 and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i330332

Homogeneity of Variance of Content Understanding of the Written form of Expression of Deaf Children on the Basis of Measurement of Applied Language Constructions and Content within Linguistic Expression

Naim Salkić, Meliha Povlakić-Hadžiefendić & Nihada Čolić · Advances in Research · 2022

The study was conducted on a sample of 70 deaf children, chronologically aged from 10 to 18 years. Letters of deaf respondents on topics of their choice were used as a measurement instrument. The goals of the research are: To examine the homogeneity of variance of content underst...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i230330

Utilisation of Emergency Contraception among Final Year University Female Students

Gilbert Ti-enkawol Nachinab, Vida Nyagre Yakong, Edwina Pwamang, Cynthia Apawo Awe & Freda Alowri · Advances in Research · 2022

Introduction: Unwanted pregnancy and unsafe abortion have become serious public health concerns around the world, particularly among female students in both developed and developing countries. The general objective of this study was to investigate the utilization of emergency con...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i230329

Geophysical Evaluation of Central Nigeria Earth Tremor Activities using High Resolution Airborne Magnetic Data

Oyibo David, Omali Aurelius Ojaina, Kadiri Umar Afegbua & Iduma Kelvin Uche · Advances in Research · 2022

The aim of this study is to investigate the actual causes of earth tremors in Central Nigeria using geophysical technique. Since 1933 till date (over 88 years), small to moderate magnitude earthquakes have either been observed or instrumentally recorded in Nigeria. However, the s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i230327

Evaluation of the Earth’s Electrical Properties of the Undeveloped Area at the Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Nigeria

O. Igbologe & U. Okieke · Advances in Research · 2022

The application of good electrical earthing system is inevitable in every electrical installation. This study was carried out to evaluate the earth’s electrical properties of an undeveloped area of Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro, Nigeria. The soil resista...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i230325

Assessing Female Genital Mutilation Practice in South-Western Nigeria

N. G. Alo & A. A. Adetunji · Advances in Research · 2022

Background: With always dwindling resources in mitigating against various negative effects of female genital mutilation among girls/women in Nigeria, identifying factors that encourage the practice is highly imperative. Aim: This research assesses the Female Genital Mutilation (F...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i130324

Aptamer Functionalized Liposomes for Cancer Treatment

Delia Danila · Advances in Research · 2022

Cancer is a common disease affecting many people. It is considered that 1 out of 3 people will be diagnosed with cancer in the course of their lives. The current treatments for different types of cancers are conventional radiation and chemotherapy. However, their use becomes limi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i130323

Difficulties of Tactile Sensory System Sensory Integration of Children with Down Syndrome

Naim Salkić, Arzija Pašalić, Jasmina Mahmutović & Lara Krnojelac · Advances in Research · 2022

Sensory integration is the organization of the sense for their use. It is a neuro-biological activity that allows the reception and processing of sensory information, which in large quantity arrive to the brain, at all times. The brain's ability to successfully process tactile in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i130322

Investigation of Heat Dissipation Efficiency of the Liquid-Cooled Spring Lamp

To Anh Duc, Bui Hung Thang, Bui Anh Tuan, Mai Thi Phuong, Phan Ngoc Minh & Bui Huy · Advances in Research · 2022

In this article, the results that we have obtained from our experiments with the heat dissipation process of the liquid-cooled spring lamp are presented. Our measurements clearly demonstrated that using liquid as a coolant did enhance the efficiency of the heat dissipation proces...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i130321

Sustainability Practices among Manufacturing Firms in Uganda: An Overview of Challenges and Opportunities

Kassim Alinda, Sulait Tumwine, Twaha Kaawaase, Ståle Navrud, Irene Nalukenge & Arthur Sserwanga · Advances in Research · 2022

The aim of this paper is to provide an in-depth exploration of the opportunities and challenges towards the uptake of sustainability practices (SPs) among manufacturing firms in Uganda. SPs are among the notable solutions in overcoming the challenges facing the global environment...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2022/v23i130320

Antioxidants Activities and Heavy Metal Profil in Vegetable Oils in Yaounde

Manaoda Antoine Vayaraï, Kenmogne Simo Thierry Césaire, Hzounda Fokou Jean Baptiste, Arrey Arah Hysantine, Yinyang Jacques & Adiogo Dieudonne · Advances in Research · 2021

The main aim of this study was to determine the quality of vegetable oils consumed by the population in Yaoundé. The study was carried out on 14 vegetable oils sampled following a survey. The antioxidant potentials of these oils were analyzed using the 2,2-diphenyl-1-picrylhydraz...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2021/v22i630319

Community Consumption Behavior in West Nusa Tenggara Province during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Zulkieflimansyah ., Muhammad Nurjihadi, Agus Wahyudi, Reza Muhammad Rizqi & Muhammad Nur Fietroh · Advances in Research · 2021

Aims: This study aims to identify the consumption behavior of people in West Nusa Tenggara Province during the COVID-19 pandemic. Study Design:  This research is quantitative descriptive. Place and Duration of Study: The location of this research was carried out in West Nusa Teng...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/air/2021/v22i630318