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Research ArticleOpen accessEvery word in the titleCombating Climate Change One Bite at a Time: Environmental Sustainability of Veganism (with a Socio-Behavioral Comparison of Vegans and Omnivores)Jennifer M. Ghahari, Jennifer A. McAdamIn an era of escalating climate change, our research examines the environmental benefits of veganism and finds which factors could contribute to a societal shift towards veganism. Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) release significant greenhouse gas emissions as well as expose people and animals to pathogens. Tropical rainforest destruction for grazing land, the vast amount of fresh/potable water needed for … …Journal of Social Sciences, Vol. 14, Issue 1 · 30 Mar 2018 · 9,761 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsToxicity Testing and the Effect of Landfill Leachate in Malaysia on Behavior of Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio L., 1758; Pisces, Cyprinidae)Jaffar Y.M. Alkassasbeh, Lee Yook Heng, Salmijah SurifProblem Statement: Landfill leachate had been implicated in environmental pollution, developmental anomalies, birth defect and surface and groundwater pollution worldwide. This study has been conducted to determine the toxicity of landfill leachate from three different landfills in Malaysia on fry common carp (Cyprinus carpio L., 1758; Pisces, Cyprinidae) in combination with some physico-chemical parameters analysis. Approach: Leachates were collected from … …American Journal of Environmental Sciences, Vol. 5, Issue 3 · 30 Jun 2009 · 8,020 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the keywordsBalancing Treatment and Prevention: The Case of HIV/AIDSJoseph Y.T. MugishaA mathematical model is formulated to study the effect of treatment of HIV/AIDS patients on the spread of the epidemic in a two-age group’s population. The model assumes the sexual transmission mode. A proportion δ, of the adult HIV/AIDS infects is assumed to be receiving treatment. The analysis of the model shows that treatment that is not accompanied by a … …American Journal of Applied Sciences, Vol. 2, Issue 10 · 31 Oct 2005 · 7,031 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractNeurobehavioral Potential of Cod Liver Oil in Experimental Depressed Rats: Insights into Ingestive, Cognitive, and Motor FunctionsMegha Gokul, Dimple Shet, Nayanatara Arun Kumar et al.Depression-induced variations in the metabolic and neurological components have been given more attention in research. The chronic unpredictable stress rodent model mimics daily human life stressors. This study aimed to elucidate the defensive role of cod liver oil on memory, behavioral variations, and sensorimotor coordination in the Wistar rat model of comorbid depression. Wistar albino rats were categorized into the … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 2 · 6 May 2026 · 1,301 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractEvaluation of Acute Oral Toxicity Induced by Tablets Based on Ethanolic Extract of Salvia dumetorum Leaves in Experimental RatsYana Levaya, Karakoz Badekova, Mussa Zholdasbayev, Gayane AtazhanovaThe aim of this study was to assess the acute oral toxicity of a solid dosage form based on Salvia dumetorum Andrz. ex Besser leaf extract (SDT5) in experimental rats. Acute toxicity was evaluated over a 14-day observation period following a single oral administration at three dose levels (500 mg/kg, 1000 mg/kg, and 2000 mg/kg), prepared in 0.5 mL of … …OnLine Journal of Biological Sciences, Vol. 26, Issue 2 · 23 Jun 2026 · 1,241 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractModeling the Semantics of States and State MachinesSabah Al-FedaghiA system’s behavior is typically specified through models such as state diagrams that describe how the system should behave. According to researchers, it is not clear what a state actually represents regarding the system to be modeled. Standards do not provide adequate definitions of or sufficient guidance on the use of states. Studies show these inconsistencies can lead to poor … …Journal of Computer Science, Vol. 16, Issue 7 · 14 Jul 2020 · 6,974 accessesView PDFCite
EditorialOpen accessIn the abstractChasing the Fat Demon: Fat Chance, Buddy?David L. Katz, Joachim Storsberg, Christian SchmidtScience is an interesting profession. At times, one could get caught up in his or her own world of thoughts, perception, far away from reality, sometimes referred to as the proverbial ivory tower (Lederberg, 1972). Science for the sake of science is, per se, not without merit, with our fragmented understanding of a given issue providing ample justification for experimentation … …American Journal of Immunology, Vol. 13, Issue 2 · 29 May 2017 · 8,134 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractBlockade of Group I Metabotropic Glutamate Receptors (mGluRs) Activation Inhibits Nociception Following Descending Colon Distension in SheepBogdan F. Kania, Danuta Wrońska, Mikołaj A. GralakExpression of mGluRs of groups I and II was found in structures of CNS closely related with nociception: spinal cord superficial fields, responsible for pain filling or modulation of neurotransmission in the peripheral receptors. The present study examined contribution of mGluRs to the development and maintenance of changes in behavioral and clinical symptoms caused by visceral pain. Experiments were carried … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 9, Issue 4 · 24 Dec 2014 · 7,427 accessesView PDFCite
Research ArticleOpen accessIn the abstractToxicological Consequences of Di-N-Butyl-Phthalate (DBP) on Health of Nile Tilapia FingerlingsEhsan H. Abu Zeid, Al Shimaa A. KhalilPhthalic Acid Esters (PAEs) are mainly used in the plastics industry as adhesives and plasticizers. Di-n-Butyl Phthalate (DBP) is one of the important members in the family of PAEs was listed as environmental priority pollutants by the US Environmental Protection Agency. The objective of this study was to evaluate the toxicological consequences in Nile Tilapia Oreochromis niloticus L. fingerlings, exposed … …American Journal of Animal and Veterinary Sciences, Vol. 9, Issue 4 · 24 Dec 2014 · 8,466 accessesView PDFCite
EditorialOpen accessIn the abstractTREATMENT FOR ANOREXIA NERVOSA: ARE WE MISSING THE MARK?Peta Stapleton, Amy BannatyneAPA, 2013. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edn., Arlington, VA: American Psychiatric Publishing. APA, 2014. Anorexia nervosa. www.psychologicaltreatments.org Ben-Tovim, D., K. Walker, P. Gilchrist, R. Freeman and R. Kalucy et al., 2001. Outcome in patients with eating disorders: A 5-year study. Lancet, 357: 1254-1257. DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(00)04406-8 Beumont, P.J.V. and S. Touyz, 2003. What kind of illness is … …Current Research in Psychology, Vol. 5, Issue 2 · 20 Sep 2014 · 9,541 accessesView PDFCite