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Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

EducationOgbomoso, Nigeria
About: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology is a education organization based out in Ogbomoso, Nigeria. It is known for research contribution in the topics: Population & Adsorption. The organization has 2786 authors who have published 3066 publications receiving 36850 citations. The organization is also known as: Oyo State University of Technology & LAUTECH.


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TL;DR: It has been demonstrated that breastfeeding is analgesic in neonates during venepuncture and previous venep punctures and site of venepunctures do not seem to affect pain scores, and breastfeeding should be the first-choice analgesic during painful procedures in Neonates.
Abstract: Background: Evidence suggests that infants feel pain, and painful experiences may lead to subsequent increased pain sensitivity. Owing to concerns regarding the potential adverse effects of pharmacological interventions in newborns, effective alternatives for pain control are being sought. Aim: The Neonatal Infant Pain Scale (NIPS) was used to determine the analgesic effect of breastfeeding during venepuncture. Methods: The study was of cross-over design where each neonate served as his/her own control. Median pain scores during venepuncture when neonates were being breastfed (BF) were compared with those when neonates were not being breastfed (NBF). The site of venepuncture and number of previous venepunctures were noted. Pain was assessed using NIPS. Results: In all, 38 term neonates (25 male, 13 female) were recruited. Mean (SD) age and weight were 8.42 (8.74) days and 2.89 (0.67) kg, respectively. The median pain score (interquartile range) of the neonates when breastfed was 1.50 (1–2), and 4...

21 citations

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TL;DR: In this paper, the authors developed a predictive model on corrosion rate for natural gas pipeline with H2S as a corroding agent based on the thermodynamic properties of the fluid and the developed rate is plotted against various operating conditions.
Abstract: Corrosion has been identified as a major cause of pipeline failure, which leads to grievous environmental degradation, hence, the need for predicting the integrity of the service life of the pipeline This work develops a predictive model on corrosion rate for natural gas pipeline with H2S as corroding agent The model is based on the thermodynamic properties of the fluid and the developed rate is plotted against various operating conditions The model shows that corrosion rate increases with temperature, fluid fugacity, wall shear stress, superficial velocity, and acidity It is recommended that H2S should be removed as much as possible from the sour natural gas before its transportation through the pipe length

21 citations

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21 May 2019
TL;DR: ALB can serve as prophylaxis and remedies for several diseases caused by hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia such as diabetes and coronary heart disease and was observed to significantly lower fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol and triglyceride but increased HDL-cholesterol significantly when compared to those of the control group at p<0.05.
Abstract: Background: African locust bean is a condiment believed to be for the people of low class. Its health importance has not been fully known especially to the so-called high class. Aim: This study is aimed at investigating the effect of African locust bean on fasting blood sugar and lipid profile of albino rats. Methods: African locust bean (ALB) was purchased from a local market at Orita-Challenge area of Ibadan, Nigeria. They were sun dried and milled into powder using an electronic blender. The powder was extracted with n-hexane (40–60°C) in a soxlet extractor for 18 hours. The defatted, dried marc was repacked and then extracted with methanol. The dried marc was extracted with methanol in the soxlet apparatus for 10 hours. The methanol solution was subsequently concentrated in a rotatory evaporator at 40°C. Ten adult male albino rats with body weight between 100 and 120 g were purchased from the Animal Holding Unit of the Department of Physiology, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. They were allowed 7 days acclimatization period and were divided randomly into 2 groups of five rats each. Animals in group 1 were administered normal saline solution while those in group 2 were administered extract of African locust bean. The animals were exposed to the African Locust Bean and saline solution at a dose of 3 ml per 100 g body weight 12 hourly via oral route of administration. After fourteen days of administration, the animals were fasted overnight and anaesthetized using diethyl ether. Blood samples were collected by cardiac puncture. Results: ALB was observed to significantly lower fasting blood sugar, total cholesterol and triglyceride but increased HDL-cholesterol significantly when compared to those of the control group at p<0.05. LDL-cholesterol was not significantly different when animals treated with ALB were compared with those of the control group. Conclusion: Increased blood sugar and hyperlipidemia has been implicated in diabetes. Cholesterolgenesis is a major onset of atherosclerosis and subsequent cardiovascular diseases. Therefore, ALB can serve as prophylaxis and remedies for several diseases caused by hyperglycemia and hyperlipidemia such as diabetes and coronary heart disease.

21 citations

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01 Jan 2006
TL;DR: In this article, the authors assesses the factors influencing adoption of improved farm practices among women farmers in Osun State and find positive and significant relationship between adoption of innovation and credibility.
Abstract: The study assesses the factors influencing adoption of improved farm practices among women farmers in Osun State. The study was conducted in the three agricultural zones of the state. 80 women farmers were randomly selected and information was collected through a pre-tested structured interview schedule. Descriptive statistical techniques like frequency counts mean and percentages were used to analyse the data. The inferential statistics used was correlation which was used to determine the relationship between the variables. The study showed positive and significant relationship between adoption of innovation and credibility (r = 0.470) communication ability (r = 0.241) divisibility (r = 0.251) and relative advantage (r = 0.235). However negative and significant relationship exists between adoption and religion (r = -0.431) complexity (r = -0.401) cost (r = -0.351) land tenure (r = -0.320) norms (r = -0.311) and belief (r = -0.253). (authors)

21 citations

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TL;DR: In this article, a study carried out on the monitoring of SO2 emission from some oilfields in the crude oil producing areas of Niger-Delta region of Nigeria was presented, where six locations were studied while monitoring involved morning and evening times for four months using a Testo 350 Flue Gas Analyzer.
Abstract: In the process of crude oil production, sulfur dioxide (SO2) gas is produced as a result of flaring and booming of crude oil associated gases. This paper presents the study carried out on the monitoring of SO2 emission from some oilfields in the crude oil producing areas of Niger-Delta region of Nigeria. Six locations were studied while monitoring involved morning and evening times for four months using a Testo 350 Flue Gas Analyzer. Comparison of the mean measurements with Nigerian FEPA tolerance limits indicate that SO2 values from 60 m away from the point sources for all the fields were comparatively higher than their maximum tolerance limits of 50 μg/m3 for long term exposure and SO2 values were also comparatively higher than the emission limit range (30–300 μg/m3) for SO2 from stationary sources. It is concluded that this breach of tolerance level may result in acid rain formation, which can be detrimental to the environment while the long-term effect can alter the ecology of the areas. It i...

21 citations


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No. of papers from the Institution in previous years
YearPapers
202310
202221
2021365
2020366
2019256
2018227