The Effects Of Temperature, Flooding, And Goose Feces Addition On Greenhouse Gas Emissions And Ammonification In Four High-Latitude Soils From Western Alaska, Jenna M. Ross

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The large carbon (C) stock of wetlands is vulnerable to climate change, especially in high latitudes that are warming at a disproportional rate. Likewise, low-elevation Arctic coastal areas will flood more frequently under climate change and sea-level rise, which may alter goose herbivory and fecal deposition patterns if geese move inland. While temperature, flooding, and feces impact soil C emissions, their interactive effects have been rarely studied. Here, I explore the impact of these interactions on CO2 and CH4 emissions and nitrogen (N) mineralization (ammonification) in soils collected from four plant communities in the Yukon-Kuskokwim (Y-K) Delta, a high latitude …

Changes In Values And Perception Of Life: Natural Disaster Devastates A Mountain Community, Sharifullah Baig, Abida Begum

Professional Development Centre, Gilgit

The mountain communities of Karakorum and the Himalayas in Pakistan are frequently experiencing climate change-induced natural disasters, which are inflicting irreparable losses to their generation's old value system and socio-economic life. Focusing on the value system, this small-scale study explored the change in values and perceptions of a disaster-affected mountain community about natural hazards and its implications for their future lives. Twenty participants from the affected community, including local political activists, religious leaders, teachers, and youth activists, were thoroughly interviewed. The study explored significant deviations from their traditional values of connectedness to each other and with their ancestors' land. The …

Stream Pedagogy Dataset, Martha L. Carlson Mazur

Environmental Studies Faculty Datasets

This is the dataset for Carlson Mazur, Waters, and Combs. (2024). Developing community partnerships to supplement water-quality data in support of urban watershed management.

Carbon Neutral By 2030 - Katanning Research Station, Department Of Primary Industries And Regional Development, Western Australia

Climate Science Published Reports

The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development's (DPIRD) Katanning Research Station (KRS) is developing practical techniques and methods for mitigating carbon emissions from the livestock industry.

This research will help the livestock industry in Western Australia (WA) access anticipated future markets for carbon neutral food and fibre products.

Trends In Atmospheric Composition Between 2004-2023 Using Version 5 Ace-Fts Data, Matthew Schmidt, Peter Bernath, Chris Boone, Michael Lecours, Johnathan Steffen

Chemistry & Biochemistry Faculty Publications

The Atmospheric Chemistry Experiment (ACE) is a satellite mission that has been in orbit since 2003. The primary instrument on ACE is a Fourier transform spectrometer (FTS) that records infrared atmospheric transmittance spectra in the limb geometry using the Sun as a light source. Version 5 of ACE-FTS data processing contains improved volume mixing ratio (VMR) profiles for 46 molecules and 24 isotopologues, including HFC-32 (CH₂F₂) and HOCl as new routine data products. VMR trends for each of the 46 molecules are reported for regions of atmospheric interest. Specifically, the longevity of the ACE mission has …

Exploring Women`S Perceptions Of Climate Change Impact On Agriculture, Health & Food Security In Upper Hunza, Gilgit Baltistan, Ambreen, Elina Nizar Ali, Taiba Yar Baig, Fozia Parveen

Institute for Educational Development, Karachi

The Hindu Kush Himalayan (HKH) region, renowned for its towering mountains and major river basins, sustains nearly 1.4 billion people worldwide and is pivotal to global food production. Glacial melt from the HKH region nourishes agriculture, livestock, and horticulture, supporting the livelihoods of mountain communities. However, climate change is accelerating the melting of glaciers, and shifts in wet seasons significantly impact food security in these communities. Sectors such as water resources, agricultural land, and human health, particularly women’s health, are significantly affected by these changes. For centuries, agriculture has been the backbone of Gilgit-Baltistan’s economy, with over 70% of livelihoods …

Quantifying Chemical Erosion In The Lithologically-Heterogenous Appalachian Valley And Ridge, Amelia Jayne Zanoni

Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports

Quantifying chemical erosion in the lithologically-heterogenous Appalachian Valley and Ridge

Amelia J. Zanoni

The interplay between physical and chemical erosion is well understood in landscapes underlain by a uniform rock type, but many regions are underlain by a mixture of rock types with varying erosion resistance and solubility. We used measurements of stream-water chemistry to estimate chemical erosion rates in the Appalachian Valley and Ridge, a region where the mechanisms of lithologic control over topography are poorly understood. Newly acquired stream water samples were collected from 51 locations across the research area during the Fall of 2023. The sampled waters …

On (K*-N)N-Quasi Normal Operators, Aya Mazin Falih

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The objective is to present a novel variant of a quasi-normal operator, specifically the quasi normal operator, alongside the introduction of related theorems, propositions, and illustrative examples elucidating this concept. Additionally, we present the necessary and sufficient conditions for addition and multiplication of this kind of operators.

Numerical Methods For Statistical Data Generation, Hayder Abdulabbas

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

A comprehensive comparison was undertaken between two numerical methods, namely bisection and secant methods, to generate a random variable data for distribution. two methods were suggested to acquire the initial guesses for secant and interval for the bisection method. The results of 100 cases for the choices of the parameters are shown and a comparison was made according to the number of iterations between the methods was conducted.

Using A Combination Technique Of Two Computational Methods To Solve The Integro-Differential Equation, Junaid Idrees Mustafa, Ahmed Farooq Qasim

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The present paper investigates a mathematical technique for determining nonlinear integro-differential equations that is based on a combination of the Bownds and Range-Kutta methods. There will be a discussion of what is meant by this class of nonlinear Fredholm equations, as well as an explanation of the mathematical method for this kind of equation. The Bownds technique is used to produce the differential equations from the integral equation obtained from the integro-differential equations. Then, the approximate solution of the differential equation(s) is derived by applying the Range-Kutta method. Through solving three different examples, we prove that the combination of mathematical …

The Relationship Between Smoking And Small Cell Lung Cancer: The Most Important Developments In Cancer Treatment, Esraa Abdul Wahhab Ati

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

This research delves into the relationship between smoking and small cell lung cancer (SCLC) while highlighting the most important developments in cancer treatment. The study reveals that smoking remains the main risk factor for SCLC disease, as the majority of patients are current or former heavy smokers. The incidence and mortality rates of SCLC emphasize the urgent need for effective smoking cessation programs to fight this aggressive disease.

The research identifies compound chemotherapy as the primary first-line treatment for small cell carcinoma, especially platinum-based systems in combination with etoposide or irinotecan. These therapeutic approaches have shown significant initial response rates, …

Thermodynamic Optimization Of Diesel Engines Equipped With Shemax Injection System Using Genetic Algorithm, Salam Hussein Al-Alaq, Mohammed Khlaif Challab

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Diesel engines equipped with spark plug injection system refer to those engines in which the mixture of natural gas and air enters the cylinder in the suction cycle and then a small amount of diesel fuel is sprayed into the cylinder during the power cycle as ignition fuel or spark plug injection. to be One of the main features of spark plug injection engines is the drastic reduction of pollution caused by diesel burning. In this research, the investigation and analysis of these engines have been done from the point of view of energy and exergy. For this purpose, the …

Association Between Cnr2 Gene Expression And The Risk Of Diabetes Mellitus Disease, Shurooq Hussein Al Jebur

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Endocannabinoid system (ECS) implicated in lipid and glucose metabolism, energy homeostasis expenditure and energy intake. In current study we focused on specific member of ECS which is CB2R . It is expressed in splenic tissue and immune cells. CB2R is one of the newest target of drug to treat chronic inflammatory diseases. This project aimed to assess the transcript level of CB2R in diabetic mellitus patients compare with its level in control group and evaluating some biochemical parameters including (glucose, cholesterol and triglyceride). As well as to characters the correlation type between above biochemical parameters and CB2R expression in patients …

Study Of Algebra Integration And Analysis In Teaching Mathematics And Its Applications, Mohsen Taher Muslim

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Algebra and analysis are considered the basic fundamentals in the mathematical field. Algebra deals with properties and relationships between numbers, variables, and functions. Algebra is considered a mathematical system that studies mathematical operations, mathematical relationships, and mathematical structures, while analysis focuses on studying limits, change, and integratio Research goal is to expand and deepen students understand the mathematical concepts related to algebra and analysis, and the relationships and interactions between the various concepts are analyzed and described accurately, which helps students build a strong foundation for mathematical knowledge. The research relied on the descriptive analytical approach to determine the nature …

Analysis Of The Use Of Technology In Teaching Differential Equations And Their Practical Applications, Mohsen Taher Muslim

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Differential equations are considered one of the important topics in applied mathematics, physics, and engineering. Thanks to technological progress, it has become possible to use technology in teaching differential equations in innovative and effective ways. The use of technology in teaching differential equations helps improve students’ understanding and enhance their abilities in solving practical and applied problems. The goal of the research is to indicate that the use of interactive software and applications allows the creation of a dynamic and interactive learning environment. Students can change equations and parameters and explore to learn about the results and relationships between them. …

A Hybrid Approaches For Medical Image Compression: Survey, Hashim Adnan, Ali O Beid, Ali Al-Fayadh

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Data compression is necessary for the storing, transfer, and manipulation of digital data in today's rapidly changing world due to the widespread use of medical technology and the vast data creation by various medical modalities. Many scientists and engineers have proposed new compression processes, methods, and algorithms in recent years. There is a discussion of the current state of these compression strategies, including their recent advances in the form of hybrid techniques, performance requirements, legal challenges, and the potential to advance medical technology.

Job Scheduling By Using Swarm Intelligent Algorithms: Survey, Ruqaya Ahmed, Luma S.Hasan

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The job scheduling problem is used in industry, manufacturing, job planning, and the network environment to manage users jobs on the right machines with different limitations. There are three types of job scheduling problems. Firstly, job shop scheduling means each job is executed on a determined sequence of machines specified previously. While in the flow shop scheduling problem, each job can be carried on one idle sequencing using a job queue. In the third type, open shop, the sequence of jobs can be carried out on any free machine. This paper describes the various types of job scheduling problems and …

Interpolation In Non-Continuous Functions Spaces, Jawad K. Judy

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

In this research I will introduce a new method to an approximation in non-continuous functions space and estimate a degree of this approximation (Note that this function must be bounded) by define a new norm depending on union it together with a continuous function (I call it the compensation function) where the resulting functions from this union must be a continuous. This is possible for any continuous function but in this papers I will choose this function as an algebraic polynomial because our know of properties of polynomials in approximation theory Specifically, I will choose it as an interpolation polynomial …

Digital Wallets Evolution: Navigating Challenges, Innovation And The Future Landscape, Asmaa A. Mohmmed, Abdul Monem S. Rahma, Hala Bahjat Abdulwahab

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The goal of enabling small business owners and customers to accept digital payments for cashless, safe, and effective transactions has propelled the growth of electronic wallets, commonly known as digital wallets or e-wallets. E-wallet design has made it a priority to give consumers a practical, safe, and efficient way to manage their digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, whereas facilitating online transactions. The presented research developed a technique to pinpoint the transactional structure of digital economy's e-wallet payment system. The purpose of the presented research is to offer a reliable and trustworthy analysis which will increase public awareness of digital currency …

Synthesis, Characterization And Latent Fingerprints Detection Of Novel Azo Dye Based On Curcumin And Its Pd (Ii) Complex, Wesam Dheyab Kzar, Hasan Shamran Mohammed, Álvaro Fernández Álvarez, Vishwa Deepak Tripathi, Zizi Zahia

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Azo dye ligand (DCPAC) namely (1E,6E)-4-((E)-(2,5-dichlorophenyl)diazenyl)-1,7- bis(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)hepta-1,6-diene-3,5-dione was prepared by coupling diazonium salt of 2,5-dichloroaniline with curcumin in basic conditions. The ligand (DCPAC) and its Pd(II) complex were characterized by elemental analysis (C.H.N.), mass spectroscopy, 1H NMR, FT-IR, UV-Visible spectra, and molar conductivity. The molar ratio method was applied to ascertain the stoichiometric composition of pd(II) complex in aqueous solution which was 1:2 (metal ion to ligand). Azo curcumin ligand binding with Pd (II) ion used the enolate form moiety of curcumin under alkaline conditions which was observed by infrared spectra. New azo curcumin (DCPAC) and its Pd(II) complex have …

Anti-Hyperglycemic Potential Of Desplatsia Dewevrei (De Wild. & Th. Dur) Burret Methanol Seed Extract In Diabetic Wistar Rats, Macdonald Idu, Benjamin Ogunma Gabriel, Miracle Ogechukwu Osunde, Oghale Ovuakporie-Uvo Godwin

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

This study investigate the anti-hyperglycemic effect of Desplatsia dewevrei seed methanol extract in diabetic rats. A standard protocol was modified using forty (40) Wistar rats in five groups. The standard control (10 mg/kg Glibenclamide), the untreated control group (45 mg/kg streptozotocin) (STZ), and graded doses (30, 50 and 100 mg/kg) of D. dewevrei seed methanol extract were administered after inducing diabetes. The blood glucose level were observed in days 1, 7 and 14. The animals were sacrificed, blood and organ samples were isolated and analyzed for their biochemical and histopathological evaluations. The results obtained showed a significant decrease in the …

Effect Of Alcoholic Extract Of Agaricus Bisporus On Blood Profiles And Immune Response In Rats With Aspergillosis, Athraa Abbass Jawad, Neeran Obied Jasim

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Aspergillus Fumigatus is an opportunistic fungal pathogen that causes a range of infections in humans, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. In this study, we investigated the therapeutic potential of A. bisporus extract for treating A. fumigatusinduced pulmonary infection in mice. Mice were inoculated with A. fumigatus and then treated with A. bisporus extract for 21 days. We found that A. bisporus extract and voriconazole treatments affect WBC count, with the extract-treated groups and voriconazole-treated group showing lower counts compared to infected mice without treatment, A. bisporus extract-treated groups display higher RBC counts, while voriconazole treatment results in lower RBC count compared …

Using Nanotechnology To Removal Of Pollution From Water, Firas Ali Hussein Alhameedawi

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

In order to refinery the polluted water, there are some method that Nano filter be presented to this issue recently. In this research FEM analysis be applied to simulation of refinery with Nano filters. There were four Nano filter to refinery of nanoparticles in water that are zeolite, Nano carbon, nanotube and Nano magnet. Generally the Nano filter with each material has performance the 80 % up that are suitable to refinery of water. But Nano magnet and Nano zeolite has the best performance in comparison with other nanomaterial. Cavity of Nano filter should be small to better absorption of …

Antipyretic, Anti-Inflammatory And Analgesic Activity Of Polyherbal Formulation (Agbo-Iba Pmii) Used In The Treatment Of Malaria In Southern Nigeria, Pass Chidiebere Chijindu, Macdonald Idu, Benjamin Ogunma Gabriel

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The ideal antimalarial agent should not only possess antiplasmodial effects but also anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic activities. Hence, the aims of were to investigate the antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of a traditional polyherbal formulation (Agbo-Iba PMII) used to treat malaria in Southern Nigeria. The antipyretic activity was determined by employing three models viz Yeast-induced hyperthermia, D-Amphetamine-induced hyperthermia and 2, 4- Dinitrophenol-induced hyperthermia. The anti-inflammatory activity was determined by employing the carrageenan induced rat paw oedema assay model. While the analgesic activity was determined by employing three models viz Acetic acid induced writhing, Hot Plate Method and Analgesy-meter Test (Randall- …

Testing The Ciprofloxacin And Erythromycin Antibiotics Potency Against E. Coli Bacteria Isolated From Pregnant Women With Urinary Tract Infections, Khetam Ibrahim Almhanna

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

The current study included collecting data on pregnant women who suffer from urinary tract infections by 70 patients from the Women's and Children's Teaching Hospital in the city of Al-Diwaniyah The distribution of the severity of the injury for the studied cases was divided into four severity cases (mild +, moderate ++, severe +++, and very severe ++++). The most cases admitted to the hospital were from the severity ( +), and the least was(++++). As for the frequency of urinary tract infections in women before pregnancy, the results showed that 22 (31.43 %) of the investigated cases had urinary …

Removal Of Pb(Ii) And Cu(Ii) From Water Using Silver Nanoparticles Prepared Using Extract Plant (Albizia Odoratissima), Mohammed Khlaif Challab

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

This work concerns the research on the use of silver nanoparticles prepared using extract plant “Albizia odoratissima” as a highly active and economical adsorbent for the removal of Pb+2 & Cu+2 ions from their aqueous solutions. The)AgNPs(are produced using a green, environmentally friendly, non-toxic method that does not use harmful chemicals substances using a plant extract as a reducing agent. The)AgNPs(checked is characterized using " Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectrometry (FTIR)". The results showed that the equilibrium time of adsorption was 40 minutes, at pH=8, pH=6 for Pb+2 & Cu+2, respectively and at the temperature (30 …

Preliminary Phytochemistry, In-Vitro Antioxidant And Reducing Effect Of Intraocular Pressure Of Pleurotus Tuber-Regium (Fr) Sing Using Animal Model, Stella Ejuvwevwokoghene Odjimogho, Faustina K. Idu, Macdonald Idu, Sunny Emoefe Odjimogho, Ann Theresa Akaeze, Benjamin Ogunma Gabriel

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

This study investigate the qualitative and quantitative phytochemicals, antioxidant screening, and the reducing effect of intraocular pressure of P. tuber-regium aqueous extract in rabbits. Standard protocols were used to analyze the qualitative and quantitative phytochemical, in-vitro antioxidant studies ferric reducing antioxidant power (FRAP), total antioxidant capacity) and 1, 1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazyl (DPPH) were also used to assess these plants. Thirty (30) New Zealand male rabbits were randomly selected for this study. The whole group except normal control were induced with 1% Prednisolone acetate suspension for 3 days to obtain the baseline intraocular pressure (IOP) >5-10 mm Hg, afterward treated with a graded …

Large-Small Quasi-Dedekind Modules, Amira A. Abduljaleel

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Let R be a ring with identity. An R module W is called small quasi-Dedekind, (small quasi-D) if for each homomorphism h such that h is nonzero, then kerh is small in W. In this paper we introduce a new concept called Large- small quasi-Dedekind (L-small quasi-D) module which is a generalization of small quasi-Dedekind module.

Phytochemicals, Nutritional And Antibacterial Evaluation Of A Domestic Plant –Tetradenia Riparia, Akens Hamilton-Amachree, Dorcas A. Fadare, Ngozi M. Uzoekwe, Ikechukwu P. Ejidike

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Medicinal plants have been established to be endowed by nature as sources of phytochemicals employed in the treatment and management of various health disorders. Preliminary phytochemical composition and mineral content of Tetradenia riparia leaf was analyzed, using standard procedures. The radical scavenging ability of the methanol extract was determined using the DPPH assay. Flavonoids, phenols and tannins were detected in abundance in the phytochemical analysis. At 500 μg/mL, it had percentage inhibition of 68% when compared with ascorbic acid, the standard reference drug which was 85%. Antibacterial investigation of both the dry and wet leaf extracts in ethanol and water …

A Comparative Study Of Interleukin 1beta (Il-1 Β) Levels In Pulmonary And Extra-Pulmonary Tuberculosis Patients Among Iraqi Population, Bilal Khaleel, Huda Rafaa, Ahmed Asmar

Al-Qadisiyah Journal of Pure Science

Background: The immune response to tuberculosis infection involves the activation of many immune cells and the production of cytokines such as IL-1β. IL-1β is thought to be crucial for the immune system's reaction to TB. Production of IL-1β from infected lung cells by M. tuberculosis draws and activates immune cells including macrophages and T cells to the infection location. Then, these immune cells go to work containing and getting rid of the germs.

Aim of the study: To assess the impact of Interleukin 1beta (IL-1β) in Iraqi patients with pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis.

Patients and methods: The patient’s group includes …