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Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEfficacy and Characteristics of different Methods of Coccidiosis Infection in Broiler ChickensM.A. Elmusharaf, H.E. Mohamed, A. Alhaidary, A.C. BeynenProblem statement: Different methods of experimental infection of broiler chickens with Eimeria species have been described in the literature. These methods had not been compared and contrasted so as to contribute to the selection of the most appropriate model of coccidiosis in broiler chickens. Identifying such a model was important to speed up the screening of potential coccidiostatics. Approach: In … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2010 · 8,839 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractSynthesis and Characterization of Organotin(IV) Complexes Derived of 3-(Dimethylamino)benzoic Acid: Cytotoxic Assay on Human Liver Carcinoma Cells (HepG2)Yip-Foo Win, Siang-Guan Teoh, Tengku-Sifzizul Tengku-Muhammad et al.Problem statement: Many studies have been carried out on organotin(IV) complexes derivative of carboxylate anions. However, the synthesis and characterization as well as the cytotoxic assay of organotin(IV) carboxylate derived of 3-(dimethylamino)benzoic acid have not been studied. Approach: Organotin(IV) carboxylate complexes derivative of 3-(dimethylamino)benzoic acid, 3-[N(CH3)2]C6H4COOH have been successfully synthesized. Two types of diorganotin(IV) complexes, [{3-[N(CH3)2]C6H4COO(R)2Sn}2O]2 dimer (R = methyl … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 7, Issue 3 · 31 Mar 2010 · 8,310 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractThe Mediating Effect of Work-Family Conflict on the Relationship Between Locus of Control and Job SatisfactionNoryati Ngah, Aminah Ahmad, Maznah BabaProblem statement: Based on the literature review, few studies have tested the mediating effect of work-family conflict on the relationship between locus of control and job satisfaction. Approach: This study tested a mediation model consisting of job satisfaction as the dependent variable, locus of control as the independent variable and work-family conflict as the mediator. Data were gathered from 159 … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2009 · 7,782 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractPotent Antielastase and Antityrosinase Activities of Astilbe chinensisSeung-Hun Lee, Sandesh Sancheti, Shruti Sancheti, Sung-Yum SeoProblem statement: In the current scenario, photo-aging is a major problem causing skin wrinkling and hyperpigmentation. Therefore, elastase and tyrosinase inhibitors play an important role in the treatment of skin aging and thus, gaining a special attention in cosmetic industries. Approach: In the screening of Korean medicinal plants to search the potent elastase and tyrosinase inhibitors, the extract of the … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 4, Issue 4 · 31 Dec 2009 · 7,777 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEvaluation of the Activity of Plant Extracts in Boer GoatsM. Worku, R. Franco, J. H. MillerProblem statement: The effect of extracts from Neem (Azadirachta indica), Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) and Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) with added copper sulfate, on female Boer goats infected with gastrointestinal parasites (GIN) was evaluated. Approach: Following initial screening for infection, animals were artificially infected with a mix containing approximately 80% Haemonchus contortus and 20% Trichostrongylus spp. After 21 days, fecal samples were … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 4, Issue 4 · 21 Dec 2009 · 8,471 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractAnti-Ulcer (Ulcer-Preventive) Activity of Ficus arnottiana Miq. (Moraceae) Leaf Methanolic ExtractMarslin Gregory, K. P. Vithalrao, G. Franklin, V. KalaichelavanProblem statement: In spite of being one of the well-known medicinal plants used in Indian traditional medicine to treat several ailments, studies pertaining to the pharmacological properties of Ficus arnottiana are very scarce. We studied the anti-ulcer activity and acute toxicity of Ficus arnottiana leaf methanolic extract for the first time. Approach: Freshly collected F. arnottiana leaves were dried, powdered … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 4, Issue 3 · 30 Sep 2009 · 9,329 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractIn vitro Anti Plasmodial Activity of Enicostemma littoraleSanket Soni, Sarita GuptaProblem statement: Malaria is a prevalent disease in India. The problem of drug resistance is worsening. Hence, new effective and affordable antimalarial drugs are very much needed. The long-established use of quinine and the more recent introduction of artemisinin as highly effective anti malarials demonstrate that plant species are an important resource for the discovery of new anti malarial agents. … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 3 · 30 Sep 2009 · 7,707 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractChaenomeles Sinensis: A Potent α-and β-Glucosidase InhibitorShruti Sancheti, Sandesh Sancheti, Sung-Yum SeoProblem statement: Glycosidase inhibitors are vital sources for the treatment of diabetes type II with a special importance in pharmacology, food industry and biotechnology, since for diabetes control, different diets and drugs, especially herbal medicines are recommended in this era. Approach: While screening for the potent natural glycosidase inhibitors, we found the fruits of Chaenomeles sinensis (C. sinensis), as the … …American Journal of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Vol. 4, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 12,071 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractDetection of Mycoplasma genitalium and Trichomonas vaginalis Infections in General Jordanian PatientsA. A. Shehabi, Z. M. Awwad, M. Al-Ramahi et al.Problem statement: Both M. genitalium and T. vaginalis were recognized as important cause of sexually transmitted infections in developed countries. This study investigated the prevalence of M. genitalium and T. vaginalis in general Jordanian patients and their role of causing genitourinary tract diseases. Approach: A cross sectional study of 383 Jordanian adult patients aged between 19-78 years were investigated for … …American Journal of Infectious Diseases, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 8,456 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractHost Plant Mediated Population Variations of Cotton Whitefly Bemisia tabaci Gennadius (Aleyrodidae: Homoptera) Characterized with Random DNA MarkersYasodha Perumal, Murugan Marimuthu, Abida Puthenpeedikal Salim, Balasubramanian PonnusamyProblem statement: Whitefly, Bemisia tabaci is an important sucking pest of field, horticultural and ornamental plants causing feeding injuries besides spreading disease by acting as a vector of Gemini viruses. The polyphagous nature of the pest makes it as a highly complex species. Approach: The influence of host plants utilized by the species on the population differences at molecular level … …American Journal of Biochemistry and Biotechnology, Vol. 5, Issue 1 · 31 Mar 2009 · 8,211 accessesView PDFCite