The western jewel butterfly (Hypochrysops halyaetus): factors affecting adult butterfly distribution within native Banksia bushland in an urban setting

2005 ◽  
Vol 122 (4) ◽  
pp. 599-609 ◽  
Author(s):  
John W. Dover ◽  
Barry Rowlingson
Keyword(s):  
Urban Setting ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Adult Butterfly

scholarly journals Examination of preterm babies for ROP referred to an eye department from an urban and semi-urban neonatal intensive care unit: implications for practice.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramesh Venkatesh ◽  
Prachi Abhishek Dave ◽  
Prachi Gurav ◽  
Manisha Agarwal ◽  
Mamta Jajoo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neonatal Intensive Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
North India ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Screening ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Preterm Babies ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: To study and analyse the factors affecting the proportion of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) distribution between the urban and semi-urban regions in North India. Methods: Retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study. All babies referred for ROP examination by paediatricians or other general ophthalmologists between 2013 – 2016 were included in the study. Demographic, clinical and treatment related findings were recorded. Results: Five hundred and fifty-eight (467: urban & 91: semi urban) babies were examined for ROP. The mean birth weight in the urban and semi-urban setting was 1348.6 ± 395.21 gm and 1703.77 ± 401.76 gm respectively. The mean gestational age was 30.99 ± 2.93 weeks and 30.73 ± 2.08 weeks in the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively. The average time for first ophthalmic examination following birth was 23.82 ± 13.69 (range: 3-77) days in the urban and 101.16 ± 238.26 (range: 13- 330) days in the semi-urban setting. 94% of the babies completed all screening examination visits. Any ROP was identified in 11.6% and 33.0% of the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively; Type 1 was detected in 7.5% of urban babies and 23.1% of semi-urban babies Conclusion: Differences in the proportion of babies developing any ROP and Type 1 ROP between the semi-urban and urban groups is likely due to selection bias, as a high proportion of semi-urban babies did not attend for examination or failed to complete all the examinations necessary. This was particularly true for females. More needs to be done to increase access to regular, systematic screening of preterm babies within neonatal units.

scholarly journals Examination of preterm babies for ROP referred to an eye department from an urban and semi-urban neonatal intensive care unit: implications for practice.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramesh Venkatesh ◽  
Prachi Abhishek Dave ◽  
Prachi Gurav ◽  
Manisha Agarwal ◽  
Mamta Jajoo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neonatal Intensive Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
North India ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Screening ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Preterm Babies ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: To study and analyse the factors affecting the proportion of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) distribution between the urban and semi-urban regions in North India. Methods: Retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study. All babies referred for ROP examination by paediatricians or other general ophthalmologists between 2013 – 2016 were included in the study. Demographic, clinical and treatment related findings were recorded. Results: Five hundred and fifty-eight (467: urban & 91: semi urban) babies were examined for ROP. The mean birth weight in the urban and semi-urban setting was 1348.6 ± 395.21 gm and 1703.77 ± 401.76 gm respectively. The mean gestational age was 30.99 ± 2.93 weeks and 30.73 ± 2.08 weeks in the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively. The average time for first ophthalmic examination following birth was 23.82 ± 13.69 (range: 3-77) days in the urban and 101.16 ± 238.26 (range: 13- 330) days in the semi-urban setting. 94% of the babies completed all screening examination visits. Any ROP was identified in 11.6% and 33.0% of the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively; Type 1 was detected in 7.5% of urban babies and 23.1% of semi-urban babies Conclusion: Differences in the proportion of babies developing any ROP and Type 1 ROP between the semi-urban and urban groups is likely due to selection bias, as a high proportion of semi-urban babies did not attend for examination or failed to complete all the examinations necessary. This was particularly true for females. More needs to be done to increase access to regular, systematic screening of preterm babies within neonatal units.

scholarly journals Insects as food and feed: European perspectives on recent research and future priorities

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 269-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
C.L.R. Payne ◽  
D. Dobermann ◽  
A. Forkes ◽  
J. House ◽  
J. Josephs ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Food Systems ◽  
Global Scale ◽  
Consumer Acceptance ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Food Culture ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Edible Insects ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Food And Feed ◽  
Insects As Food

This paper discusses the current state and priorities of Europe-based research on insects as food and feed, based on presentations at a workshop held in December 2015, and discussions that followed. We divide research into studies that focus on farming, health and nutrition, and those that prioritise psychological, social and political concerns. Edible insects are not necessarily universally beneficial. However, certain food insects can convert organic waste material, and provide nutrient-rich protein for humans and animals. Recent research is not concordant when trying to identify social and psychological barriers to insects as food in Europe, indicating the complexity of the issue of consumer acceptance. Innovative means of marketing insects as food include 3D printing, scientific comics, and the promotion of rural food culture in an urban setting. Edible insects are intimately connected to strong cultural and regional values, and their increasing commercialisation may empower and/or disenfranchise those who hold such values. We conclude with a discussion about the future priorities of edible insect research in Europe. We acknowledge the political nature of the ‘entomophagy’ movement. With legislative change, the insect food industry potential presents an opportunity to challenge the dynamics of current food systems. We identify the following priorities for future research: the need to better understand environmental impacts of insect procurement on both a regional and global scale, to investigate factors affecting the safety and quality of insect foods, to acknowledge the complexity of consumer acceptance, and to monitor the social and economic impacts of this growing industry.

MARKETING OF PEPPER IN THE METROPOLITAN REGION OF LAGOS STATE, NIGERIA

2012 ◽  
Vol 02 (01) ◽  
pp. 27-36
Author(s):  
UDEGBE SCHOLASTICA E. ◽  
UDEGBE, MAURICE I. ◽  
OLUMOKO T. ABAYOMI ◽  
HASSAN R. A.
Keyword(s):  
Research Work ◽  
Transportation Cost ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Unit Price ◽  
Metropolitan Region ◽  
Strong Positive Correlation ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Volume Weight ◽  
Market Factors ◽  
The City

The purpose of this study is to investigate the marketing of pepper in the metropolitan region of Lagos with specific focus on the modes and cost of transporting tomatoes to the market, factors affecting prices of pepper and on the ways in which effective distribution channels can be used to increase customer satisfaction in Lagos as a whole. The study used a contextualized and literature based research instrument to evaluate the marketing of pepper in the Lagos metropolitan region of Lagos. The sample data were derived from a questionnaire survey of 500 respondents drawn from a sample of 10 metropolitan markets in Lagos, Nigeria. Results obtained from the analysis using descriptive statistics and correlations indicated strong positive correlation between transportation cost and pepper prices in Lagos. Although transportation issue had been identified as basic to pepper distribution in the city, the problems were not essentially limited to mobility alone. The results also suggest that the factors affecting marketing of pepper in Lagos metropolis are diverse, and these include seasonality, perishability, unit price value, sales volume weight measure and existence of competitions. Feedback from the results of research work will assist to expand knowledge as to the marketing of pepper in the metropolitan region of Lagos, for example, contributing to the understanding of the problems confronting marketers in the distribution of pepper in an urban setting like Lagos and also provide critical suggestion on what has to be done to alleviate problems. It will be of value to government, farmers, producers, wholesalers, retailers, consumers as well as anyone interested in the marketing of pepper in developing setting like Lagos, Nigeria.

scholarly journals Examination of preterm babies for ROP referred to an eye department from an urban and semi-urban neonatal intensive care unit: implications for practice.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramesh Venkatesh ◽  
Prachi Abhishek Dave ◽  
Prachi Gurav ◽  
Manisha Agarwal ◽  
Mamta Jajoo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Neonatal Intensive Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
North India ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Screening ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Preterm Babies ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background: To study and analyse the factors affecting the proportion of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) distribution between the urban and semi-urban regions in North India. Methods: Retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study. All babies referred for ROP examination by paediatricians or other general ophthalmologists between 2013 – 2016 were included in the study. Demographic, clinical and treatment related findings were recorded. Results: Five hundred and fifty-eight (467: urban & 91: semi urban) babies were examined for ROP. The mean birth weight in the urban and semi-urban setting was 1348.6 ± 395.21 gm and 1703.77 ± 401.76 gm respectively. The mean gestational age was 30.99 ± 2.93 weeks and 30.73 ± 2.08 weeks in the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively. The average time for first ophthalmic examination following birth was 23.82 ± 13.69 (range: 3-77) days in the urban and 101.16 ± 238.26 (range: 13- 330) days in the semi-urban setting. 94% of the babies completed all screening examination visits. Any ROP was identified in 11.6% and 33.0% of the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively; Type 1 was detected in 7.5% of urban babies and 23.1% of semi-urban babies Conclusion: Differences in the proportion of babies developing any ROP and Type 1 ROP between the semi-urban and urban groups is likely due to selection bias, as a high proportion of semi-urban babies did not attend for examination or failed to complete all the examinations necessary. This was particularly true for females. More needs to be done to increase access to regular, systematic screening of preterm babies within neonatal units.

Impact of early and timely screening of preemies on the development of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP): An urban-semi urban comparative study.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ramesh Venkatesh ◽  
Prachi Abhishek Dave ◽  
Prachi Gurav ◽  
Manisha Agarwal ◽  
Mamta Jajoo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Birth Weight ◽  
Gestational Age ◽  
Retinopathy Of Prematurity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Drop Out ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
North India ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
The Mean

Abstract Background To study and analyse the factors affecting the prevalence of prevalence of retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) between the urban and semi-urban regions in North India. Methods Retrospective, observational, cross-sectional study. All babies referred for ROP screening by paediatricians or other general ophthalmologists between 2013 – 2016 were included in the study. Demographic, clinical and treatment related findings were recorded. Results Five hundred and fifty-eight (467: urban & 91: semi urban) babies were screened for ROP. The mean birth weight in the urban and semi-urban setting was 1348.6 ± 395.21 gm and 1703.77 ± 401.76 gm respectively. The mean gestational age was 30.99 ± 2.93 weeks and 30.73 ± 2.08 weeks in the urban and semi-urban cohorts respectively. The average time for first ophthalmic examination following birth was 23.82 ± 13.69 days in the urban and 101.16 ± 238.26 days in the semi-urban setting. Prevalence of ROP in the urban cohort was 11.7% and in the semi-urban cohort was 31.9%. Statistically significance between the two groups was noted with birth weight, day of screening and prevalence but not with gender or gestational age. Conclusion The prevalence of ROP is found to be higher in the semi-urban setting due to delayed screening, higher drop-out rate and lack of basic treatment facilities like laser.

Acute Coronary Syndrome: Factors Affecting Time to Arrival in a Diverse Urban Setting

2011 ◽  
Vol 36 (6) ◽  
pp. 895-902 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mrualini Deshmukh ◽  
Michael A. Joseph ◽  
Niko Verdecias ◽  
Edmond S. Malka ◽  
Judith H. LaRosa
Keyword(s):  
Acute Coronary Syndrome ◽  
Urban Setting ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Coronary Syndrome
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