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Research Article
Effect of Phosphorus Rates on Growth, Phosphorus (P) Uptake and Yield of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) Varieties at Dabo Hana District, South West Ethiopia
Dula Teshome,
Weyessa Garedew,
Solomon Tulu,
Garome Shifaraw*
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2024
Pages:
1-7
Received:
16 December 2023
Accepted:
2 January 2024
Published:
18 January 2024
Abstract: Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) is an edible legume crop grown with multiple uses. Phosphorus (P) deficiency is particularly important in acid soils of South west Ethiopia affecting growth and yield of grain legumes particularly cowpea. Therefore, a field experiment was conducted to determine the response of cowpea varieties to P application on the soils of Dabo Hana District. The experiment consisted of Sewunet, Bole and Bekur cowpea cultivars and five P fertilizer rates (0, 23, 46, 69, and 92 kg P2O5 ha-1). The experiment was laid out in a randomized complete block design in a factorial arrangement with three replicates. Data on growth and yield; P uptake parameters were collected and statistically analyzed using SAS version (9.3) software. The interaction effects of varieties and P rates significantly (p < 0.01) influenced different parameters. The highest grain yield (2582.89kg ha-1) and straw yield (12,164 kg ha-1) were obtained from the treatment combination of variety Sewunet and 69 kg P2O5 ha-1. In conclusion, the study pointed out that cowpea varieties responded differently to the various P rates suggesting the possibility of exploiting varietal differences to combat P requirement of cultivars under acidic conditions. However, the present result based on one season and location may not lead us to make definite conclusion. As a result, it is recommended that the study should be repeated in more than one season and locations.
Abstract: Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L.) is an edible legume crop grown with multiple uses. Phosphorus (P) deficiency is particularly important in acid soils of South west Ethiopia affecting growth and yield of grain legumes particularly cowpea. Therefore, a field experiment was conducted to determine the response of cowpea varieties to P application on the s...
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Research Article
Analysis of Combining Ability in Western Ethiopian Origin Coffee (Coffea arabica L) for Morphological Characters
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2024
Pages:
8-16
Received:
20 December 2023
Accepted:
4 January 2024
Published:
18 January 2024
Abstract: The choice of promising genotypes from diverse genetic bases and subsequent utilization of hybrids is one of the breeding strategies to improve productivity. Hence, the present experiment was conducted among elite coffee materials from Western Ethiopia. The data were recorded for five stem-, four branch- and three leaf- characteristics. The analysis of variance revealed highly significant (P<0.001 and P<0.01) differences among the 15 genotypes (5 parents and 10 F1s) for all traits except for total number of nodes, leaf area and number of nodes per primary branch. The combining ability analysis of variance showed significant general (GCA) and specific (SCA) combining ability mean squares for nine out of 12 characters measured, indicating the importance of both additive and non-additive gene actions. Parent P1 consistently exhibited positive GCA effects for nine characters, parent P2 for five characters and parent P4 for seven characters suggesting that these parents are good general combiners. Hybrids P2 x P5, P2 x P4, P2 x P3, P3 x P4 and P1 x P5 were noted with High and positive SCA effects for each character. Therefore, it could be useful to include such potential hybrids in a breeding program and further evaluate their performance for yield and growth characteristics at full full-bearing stage.
Abstract: The choice of promising genotypes from diverse genetic bases and subsequent utilization of hybrids is one of the breeding strategies to improve productivity. Hence, the present experiment was conducted among elite coffee materials from Western Ethiopia. The data were recorded for five stem-, four branch- and three leaf- characteristics. The analysi...
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Research Article
Prevalence of Fibromyalgia in Patients at the University Hospital of Cocody-Abidjan in Côte d'Ivoire
Luc Kakou Gbalou*,
Niemtiah Ouattara,
Jacques Assemien Kouadio,
Alexandre Kouassi Boko,
Ahoua Yapi
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2024
Pages:
17-21
Received:
11 November 2023
Accepted:
5 December 2023
Published:
23 January 2024
Abstract: Fibromyalgia presents a significant public health challenge, affecting individuals across diverse age groups and genders. Marked by persistent widespread pain, it frequently coexists with symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive impairments, and psychological comorbidities. The dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and autonomic nervous system in fibromyalgia underlie the chronic pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and mood disorders associated with this condition. Importantly, this pathology not only complicates the prognosis of individuals with psychiatric disorders but also has implications for those with pulmonary conditions. The overlapping symptomatology between fibromyalgia and pulmonary ailments prompted an investigation into the prevalence of fibromyalgia in the pneumophthisiology department at Cocody University Hospital. Our findings revealed a substantial incidence of fibromyalgia within the pneumophthisiology department, indicating an association between the conditions managed in this department and fibromyalgia. This heightened prevalence underscores the necessity for ongoing research and increased awareness regarding potential comorbidities. It highlights the importance of addressing the comprehensive needs of patients, encompassing both their physical and mental well-being. This study illuminates the intricate interplay between diverse pathologies and their potential impact on patient care and management. Consequently, further exploration and collaboration among various medical specialties emerge as essential components in comprehensively addressing the complex needs of individuals grappling with fibromyalgia and related conditions.
Abstract: Fibromyalgia presents a significant public health challenge, affecting individuals across diverse age groups and genders. Marked by persistent widespread pain, it frequently coexists with symptoms such as fatigue, cognitive impairments, and psychological comorbidities. The dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and autonomic nervo...
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Research Article
A New Epistemological Insight of the Coniacian-Santonian Oceanic Anoxic Event (OAE3)
Issue:
Volume 12, Issue 1, February 2024
Pages:
22-34
Received:
11 July 2023
Accepted:
31 July 2023
Published:
21 February 2024
Abstract: Eighteen planktic and eleven benthic foraminiferal species were recorded from the dark grey to black shale facies of the Matulla Formation in Abu Zeneima area, West-Central Sinai, Egypt. The faunal assemblage is dominated by cosmopolitan whiteinellids, marginotruncanids, Dicarinellids, Contusotruncanids and Heterohelicids. The planktic species with high taxonomic diversity were used to zone the Coniacian and Santonian stages, as well as define the Coniacian/ Santonian boundary, while benthic foraminifera is of minor contribution in age assignment. The stratigraphic analysis of the relations and ranges of these fauna led to the recognition of five biozones; Dicarinella primitiva or Huberella huberi or Marginotruncana sinuosa for the Coniacian, while Dicarinella concavata and Dicarinella asymetrica for the Santonian. Also, the Coniacian/Santonian boundary was delineated, considering the appearance of Dicarinella concavata and disappearance of Huberella huberi, as well as the increase of Marginotruncanids (M. renzi, M. sigali, M. marginata, M. pseudolinneiana….etc.). Furthermore, the black shales found in the middle part of the Matulla Formation were attributed to the Coniacian-Santonian Oceanic Anoxic Event (OAE3). The occurrence of black shales with planktic foraminifera during the Coniacian–Santonian interval in several countries belonging to five continents, was the main impetus to render this event a global event.
Abstract: Eighteen planktic and eleven benthic foraminiferal species were recorded from the dark grey to black shale facies of the Matulla Formation in Abu Zeneima area, West-Central Sinai, Egypt. The faunal assemblage is dominated by cosmopolitan whiteinellids, marginotruncanids, Dicarinellids, Contusotruncanids and Heterohelicids. The planktic species with...
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