Alternative therapies for the alleviation of chemical/xenobiotic-induced metabolic aberrations and risk factors for cardiovascular disease have been inadequately explored, despite their rich cardiovascular protective bioactive constituents. The aim of the present study was to accurately evaluate the effect of Cymbopogon citratus extract on gasoline-induced oxidative stress, hyperglycaemia, hyperuricemia, dyslipidaemia, and atherogenic index of plasma (AIP) in rats. Seventy-two female Wistar albino rats were segregated into six groups (n = 12 per group). The rats in group 1 served as controls, while animals in group 2 were exposed to gasoline vapour (GV) alone for 35 days. Rats in groups 3, 4, and 5 were exposed to GV and co-administered 500 mg/kg, 1000 mg/kg, and 1500 mg/kg C. citratus leaf extract, respectively, once daily for 14 days. Rats in group 6 were exposed to GV and co-administered 200 mg/kg vitamin C for the same time period. The results showed that group 2 had significantly higher glycaemic levels, lipid parameters (TG, T-chol, and LDL-C), uric acid (UA), MDA, and AIP and significantly lower (p < 0.05) HDL-C than group 1. Co-administration of C. citratus leaf extracts in groups 3, 4, and 5 and vitamin C to group 6 significantly lowered blood glucose levels, UA, lipid parameters MDA and AIP and simultaneously increased serum HDL-C in a dose-dependent manner. C. citratus leaf extract has an ameliorative effect against GV-induced oxidative stress, hyperglycaemia, hyperuricaemia, dyslipidaemia, and AIP, probably mediated through its varied bio – constituents and their activities

In this laboratory a novel series of 1-phenyl-3-[4-(2,4-dithio-3-allyl-5-substituted-1,3,5-triazino) aminophenyl]-prop-2-ene-1-ones (IIa-e) was synthesized by the isomerization of 1-phenyl-3-[4-(2-allylimino-4- substitutedimino-1,3,5-dithiazino)aminophenyl] prop-2-ene-1-ones (Ia-e)in 10% aqueous ethanolic sodium bicarbonate medium. The structure of all the synthesized compounds was justified on the basis of chemical characteristics, elemental analysis and spectral analysis.

Management of a case of internal root resorption is a challenge to the endodontists.Internal resorption of teeth is an insidious process and is generally found in teeth with previous history of trauma.It may occur in cases with chronic pulpal inflammation, following caries or due to trauma in the form of an accidental blow. Internal resorption is very often noticed in anterior teeth, due to their susceptibility to trauma. However, it may be seen in posterior teeth, most likely because of carious involvement of the pulp. Early diagnosis, removal of the cause, proper treatment of the resorbed root is mandatory for successful treatment outcome. This case report describes the management of theresorptive defect in the apical 1/3rd whichwas treated nonsurgically with thermoplastized guttapercha technique. A six-month follow up demonstratedclinically asymptomatic and adequately functional tooth, with radiographic signs of healing

The experiment was conducted with 34 local rice genotypes with one check varieties at the Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University experimental field to study characterization and genetic diversity of 35 local rice genotypes and to find out the association among the genetic characteristics. PCA showed the highest inter-cluster distance was observed between the cluster II and V (46.71) followed by III and V (46.40) and IV and V (45.43). Genotypes from these three clusters may be involved in hybridization as wide genetic variations exist among the groups. Cluster IV exhibited the highest intra-cluster distance (38.36), while the lowest distance was observed in cluster V (23.09). Further study of this experiment is needed in different locations of Bangladesh for accuracy of the results obtained from the present experiment. Considering diversity pattern and other agronomic performance lines G-10, G-13, G-15, G-18 and G-24 could be considered suitable parents for efficient hybridization in future.

Since thirty years of reform and opening up in China, the number and size of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to achieve leapfrog development, it’s an important part of China's social economy and has great contribution to the economic development of China. However, in recent years the development of small and mediumsized enterprises are also facing many constraints, especially the financing problem of SMEs is an important obstacle to the healthy and rapid development of SMEs, in formal finance can not effectively solve this difficult situation, this is a good positive role to solve the private lending flexible lending to small and medium-sized enterprises financing dilemma. In the study of private lending to solve the plight of small and medium enterprises beneficial effects at the same time, we must also pay attention to the adverse effects of the small and medium-sized enterprise, put forward reasonable suggestions of private lending market norms, help small and medium-sized enterprises of comprehensive and rapid development.

Recently in this laboratory 1-substituted-2-thio-4-amino-6-methylformamidino1,3,5-triazines(XIIIa-r) were synthesised by isomerisation of 2-substituted imino-4-amino-6-formamidino-1,3,5-thiadiazines (XIIa-r) successfully by refluxing with 10% aqueous ethanolic sodium bicarbonate medium. The structure of all the synthesized compounds was justified on the basis of chemical characteristics, elemental analysis and spectral studies.

The main aim of this study to explore the relation between the EWOM and Knowledge sharing, the study revel that no theoretical relation between EWOM and Knowledge Sharing, on the other hand the study showed that both of the terms EWOM, WOM and Knowledge sharing using the same mechanism for sharing information. Both of them have their impact on customer satisfaction and intention to buy. Due to shortage of information and research related to the topic the topic need to do more research about this missing research area.

The purpose of this article is to present the important factors attracting FDI in Rwanda. It attempts to answer the question: "What are the important factors attracting FDI in Rwanda?" to reach the suitable response, a questionnaire was administered to 30 foreign investors in Rwanda registered in different economic sectors such as manufacturing, ICT, banking, mining, education, construction, agriculture, accommodation and fast moving consumer goods. For data analysis, SPSS software has helped to summarize the findings. The study concludes that constitutional and legal protection of FDI, free transfer of capital and profit gains, market and resources availability, strategic location, hospitality towards FDI, security, tax system, high demand level with reasonable competition the key factors attracting FDIs in Rwanda. This article will help economists and potential investors to understand the main determinants of FDIs in Rwanda.

Tests were conducted to investigate the influence of using nanomaterials in the modification and stabilization of soft soil. The soft soils were collected from two different sites and treated with three nanomaterials (nano-copper, nano-alumina, and nano-magnesium). Nanomaterials were added in small amount (≤ 1.0%) by dry weight of the soil. Laboratory tests to determine the compaction characteristics and unconfined compressive strength were performed. Results of the investigation showed significant improvement in maximum dry density, and unconfined compressive strength. The improvement is dependent on the type of nanomaterials. The unconfined compressive strength and maximum dry density increased as the nanomaterials content increased until reach a percentage after which the strength will be decrease. Nanomaterial contents in excess of the optimum content cause agglomeration of particles that adversely affects the mechanical properties of the soils. In general, the addition of finer particles such as nanomaterials, even at low doses, could enhance the geotechnical properties of soil. Also considering the possible negative environmental effects of chemical addition to soils, the possibilities of using nanomaterials as stabilizing agents of soft soils this combined admixture is intended to reduce the cost and promote a more environment-friendly and sustainable stabilizing agent.

The current work reports a new Schiff base [N1-benzylidenebenezene-1,2-diamine(L) = C20H16N2] has been synthesized from benzaldehyde (C6H5CHO) and O- aminoaniline (O-C6H4(NH2)2. Metal mixed ligand complexes of the Schiff base were prepared from chloride salts of Zn(II), Cd(II) and Hg(II) in ethanol and 8- hydroxyquinoline(8HQ)(C9H7NO) containing sodium hydroxide. All the complexes were characterized on the basis of their; FT-IR and U.V spectra, melting point, molar conductance, and determination of the percentage of the metal in the complexes by flame (AAS). In the all complexes, (8HQ) behaves as a bidentate ligand as primary ligand through –-OH phenolic group and –N groups of pyridine group. Also, the prepared ligand (L) was bidentate in all complexes coordinating through two nitrogen atoms as a secondary ligand. Mixed ligand complexes of bivalent ions of Zn(II), Cd(II) and Hg(II) of the according to the formula [M(L)( Q)2] in 1:1:2 of molar ratio. The suggest geometry of the complexes appears to be octahedral. The synthesis complexes were tested in vitro for antibacterial activity of ligands and metal complexes to the pathogenic bacteria activity against bacteria (gram +ve) and (gram -ve) has been studied.

Lactobacillus bulgaricus, Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus fermentum isolated from fermented foods: yoghurt, “ugba” and “kunu-zaki” using MRS agar and a commercially acquired lactic acid bacteria (LAB) were used to produce yoghurts samples A-H from Milksi Powered milk in a 5 hour fermentation process. The three LAB isolates were used singly and in combinations as starter cultures. There was a maximum drop in pH (4-4.8) between the second and third hour of fermentation while the yoghurt produced using S. thermophilus had the lowest pH (5.2) at the temperature of 40oC. The optimum pH for the yoghurt production was 5.5 while the optimum temperature was 40oC. Yoghurt samples B and F had the highest moisture level (P<0.05) while Samples C, E and G had the highest dry matter content. The highest ash content (0.8 ±0.01; P<0.05) was from sample F while Samples D and E had the highest crude fibre content. Sample A had the highest crude fat value (3.95a±0.01; P<0.05), Sample F the highest crude protein content (3.95a±0.01; P<0.05) while the highest carbohydrate content was from Samples C, E, G and H (control). The control Sample (H) had the highest and Hedonic test for sensory properties of the eight yoghurt samples showed that the eight yoghurt samples were acceptable to the panelist indicating that the samples would compete favourably in the market with commercially sold yoghurts.

Abstract: The solar radiation intensity is the primary parameter that affects the PV panel outcomes. However, the solar radiation has a group of wavelengths, and each one of them can influence the solar cell in a different way from other wavelengths. The spectrum wavelengths are related to the energy's frequencies. The present study aimed to find the wavelength/color that causes the highest PV panel outcome and the best electricity conversion. Seven colored filters were added once solo and once again combined but except one. The study results reveal that the PV panel output for the natural spectrum is the highest compared to the other colored light. This is almost certainly due to the loss of light intensity inherent to the tint of the color filters. The blue screen employment resulted in lowest output power compared to the other colored filter. The study results proved that the visible spectrum of the solar radiation affects the solar panel outcomes.

In order to meet the needs of teachers and students in our school on studying and living for time and other factors, we put forward to establish the logistics distribution system for fast food group purchase. The system simulates the company running on the web application in intelligent mobile phone based on Android system platform. By the system we can release the campus catering information. The individual or a group of teachers and students can use mobile client to choose catering information at any time. Through the unified collection of catering needs, we can realize the fast and uniform distribution. The establishment and operation of the virtual company both establish a quick and effective supply and demand for teachers and students in food and beverage department, but also save the resources, meanwhile provide a new business model for students.

Synthesis and investigation of new Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II), Zn(II) and Cr(III)chelates of mixed ligands including aSchiff base [(E)-2-(4-(dimethylamino)benzylideneamino)phenol] (C15H16N2O) derived from the condensation of 4- dimethylaminobenzaldehyde with 2-aminophenol as main ligand (L1) and an amino acid; L-Histidine as co-ligand (L2) were studied. The obtained Schiff base and the mixed ligand chelates were subjected to several physiochemical techniques, in terms of CHN elemental analyses, molar conductivity, magnetic moment measurements, infrared, electronic and mass spectroscopies. The CHN analytical data showed the formation of the Schiff base compound and the mixed ligand chelates in 1:1:1[M:L1:L2] ratio. All the prepared mixed ligand chelates were non-electrolyte in nature. The infrared spectral data exhibited that the used ligands behaving as bidentate ligands towards the metal ions. The 1HNMR spectra of the ligands and their Zn(II) mixed ligand chelate exhibited the effect of the activated groups of the ligands by the metal ion. The electronic spectral results showed the existence of π→π* (phenyl ring) and n→π*(HC=N) and suggested the geometrical structures of the chelates. Meanwhile, the mass spectral data revealed the fragmentations of the Schiff base, Histidine and their Cu(II) mixed ligand chelate. The studies made on these chelates proposed a six coordinated octahedral geometry for all these chelates. The antibacterial activities of the Schiff base, Histidine, metal salts and mixed ligand chelates were screened. It is found that the mixed ligand chelates have the most biological activity in comparison to the free ligands and salts.

National symbols are very instrumental items for a country’s peace, unity and prosperity. The national symbol for instance the national anthem is always sung at the learning institutions and or during the country’s special occasions. Though national anthems just like any other national symbols have a noble role in the country, some countries tend to disregard its letter and spirit. One such country is the Republic of South Sudan (RoSS). Being the newest country in Africa and probably the state that experienced a longer period of civil wars and with the bigger number of the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), it has been the wishes of the citizens and the people the world over to have a lasting peace and unity. However, since independence in 2011, there have been intermittent ethnic clashes resulting into deaths of many South Sudanese civilians and also loss of property. This is happening despite the fact that its national anthem possesses elements of peace and harmony. In this regard, the paper intends to expose the underlying paradoxes inherent in the national anthem of the RoSS.