scholarly journals Influence of Compost from Post-Consumer Wood on Development, Nutrition State of Plants, Microbiological and Biochemical Parameters of Substrates in Zonal Pelargonium (Pelargonium zonale)

Agronomy ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 994
Author(s):  
Anita Schroeter-Zakrzewska ◽  
Agnieszka Wolna-Maruwka ◽  
Tomasz Kleiber ◽  
Hanna Wróblewska ◽  
Katarzyna Głuchowska
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Enzymatic Activity ◽  
Biochemical Parameters ◽  
Ornamental Plants ◽  
Potassium Phosphate ◽  
Nutritional State ◽  
Pelargonium Zonale ◽  
Mature Compost ◽  
Medium Type

The purpose of this study was to assess the possibility of using compost made from post-consumer wood in zonal pelargonium (Pelargonium zonale) cv. ‘Tex Mex’ cultivation. The influence of compost on the plant’s development and nutritional state, as well as the microbiological and enzymatic activity of the substrate was examined. Two variants of compost marked with the following letters: OPA and OPB were used. Both variants consisted of post-consumer wood waste (OP) (70% of weight) mixed with powdery waste from processing MDF boards (6%), mature compost from fiberboard waste (19%), high peat (4%), water and a biological inoculum “Activit Las”. Thirty kilograms of urea in two portions per prism were added to the OPA variant while ammonium nitrate (1.5 kg per prism), magnesium sulphate (0.4 kg per prism), potassium phosphate (0.8kg per prism) and calcium phosphate (0.9 kg per prism) were added to the OPB variant. The plants were cultivated into pots 12 cm in diameter and a capacity of 659 dm3 in the substrates consisting of peat with the addition of compost at different volume ratios. It was found that the medium type had a significant influence on the growth and flowering of the zonal pelargonium. The type of compost used was the determinant for microbiological total counts and activity. The chemical composition of the substrates significantly modified the plants’ nutritional state in terms of macro- and microelements. In summary, the study demonstrated that good quality ornamental plants can be successfully grown in peat substrate containing 25% or 50% of post-consumer wood compost.

Efficacy of Hounsfield Unit of CT in Prediction of the Chemical Composition of Urinary Stones

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Salah Mahmoud Ahmed Shehata ◽  
Mohamed Rafik El-Halaby ◽  
Ahmed Mohamed Saafan
Keyword(s):  
Uric Acid ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Calcium Oxalate ◽  
Chemical Structure ◽  
Urinary Calculi ◽  
Hounsfield Unit ◽  
Urinary Stones ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Struvite Stones

Abstract Objectives to make a reliable correlation between the chemical composition of the urinary calculi and its Hounsfield unit on CT scan, upon which we can depend on it for prediction of the type of the urinary calculi. The prediction of the chemical structure of the stone would help us to reach a more efficient therapeutic and prophylactic plan. Methods A retrospective study was performed by interpretation of the preoperative CT scans for patients who were presented by urinary stones. Identification of the chemical structure of the calculi was implemented using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FT-IR spectroscopy). The laboratory report revealed multiple types of stones either of pure or mixed composition. Afterwards, a comparison was done between Hounsfield units of the stones and the chemical structure. Results The chemical structure of the urinary stones revealed four pure types of stones (Uric acid, Calcium Oxalate, Struvite and Cystine) and two types of mixed stones (mixed calcium oxalate+ Uric, and mixed calcium oxalate+ calcium phosphate). Uric acid stone had a mean Hounsfield Unit (HU) density of428 ± 81, which was quite less than the other stones, followed by struvite stones with density ranging about 714 ± 38. Mixed calcium oxalate stones could be differentiated from other types of stones like uric acid, pure calcium oxalate and struvite stones by the Hounsfield unit of Computed Tomography (the mean Hounsfield Unit was 886 ± 139 and 1427 ± 152 for mixed calcium oxalate + uric stone and mixed calcium oxalate + calcium phosphate stones respectively). Moreover, pure calcium oxalate stones were easily differentiated from all other stones using the mean Hounsfield density as it was 1158 ± 83. It was challenging only when it was compared to cystine stones, as they were quiet similar to HU value (997 ± 14). The variation of Hounsfield values among the previously mentioned stones, was statistically significant (p < 0.001). Conclusion The study proved that the Hounsfield Unit of CT scanning is a convenient measure to predict the chemical structure of urinary calculi.

Impact of Calcium Phosphate Particle Morphology on Osteoconduction: an In Vivo Study

2007 ◽  
Vol 361-363 ◽  
pp. 1237-1240 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christophe Drouet ◽  
Ronan Barré ◽  
Gérard Brunel ◽  
Gérard Dechambre ◽  
Edmond Benqué ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hydrothermal Synthesis ◽  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Bone Regeneration ◽  
Particle Morphology ◽  
In Vivo Study ◽  
Total Absence

Apatite/β−TCP particles exhibiting non-conventional urchin-like morphology were prepared by hydrothermal synthesis. Their implantation in the rat calvarium was followed during 60 days. A total absence of osteoconduction was observed despite a favorable chemical composition, stressing the fundamental role of particle morphology on bone regeneration. Results are discussed in relation with other literature data. Possible explanations include the disfavored accumulation of biological mediators due to the acicular shape of the particles and/or a limited accessibility for cells.

scholarly journals PRECIPITATION OF CALCIUM PHOSPHATE IN THE HISTOCHEMICAL METHOD FOR PHOSPHATASE

1953 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 114-122 ◽  
Author(s):  
GEORGE GOMORI ◽  
EARL P. BENDITT
Keyword(s):  
Alkaline Phosphatase ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Enzymatic Activity ◽  
Incubation Time ◽  
Mathematical Analysis ◽  
Histochemical Method ◽  
Source Of Error

Ca phosphate, when precipitated by the addition of phosphate to solutions similar in composition to the histochemical substrate mixture, does not show any experimentally demonstrable tendency to supersaturation. The factors which may contribute to false localizations of enzymatic activity its the Ca-CoS method for alkaline phosphatase are not well understood and certainly not amenable to mathematical analysis for the time being. At present, diffusion artifacts do not appear to be an important source of error, provided incubation time is not unduly extended.

Osteoclast Response of Biomimetically Processed Silica and Carbonate Containing Calcium Phosphate Layers on Bioactive Glass S53P4

2005 ◽  
Vol 284-286 ◽  
pp. 549-552 ◽  
Author(s):  
Minna Vaahtio ◽  
Timo Peltola ◽  
Teuvo Hentunen ◽  
Heimo O. Ylänen ◽  
Sami Areva ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Bioactive Glass ◽  
Dissolution Rate ◽  
Cell Activity ◽  
Bone Cell ◽  
Osteoclast Activity ◽  
Osteoblast Activity ◽  
Cap Layer ◽  
Optimal Surface

Different silica and carbonate containing calcium phosphate (CaP) layers were prepared on bioactive glass S53P4 in conventional C-SBF and revised R-SBF. In R-SBF the CaP layer formed faster compared to C-SBF, and the CaP layer formed in R-SBF was amorphous compared to the poorly crystalline bonelike HCA formed in C-SBF. In addition, the influence of chemical composition, dissolution and structure of biomimetically processed CaP layers on osteoclast and osteoblast activity was studied. In general, biomimetic CaP layers on bioactive glass S53P4 did not affect so much on bone cell activity as it was expected compared to the untreated glass. Additionally, it was observed that the mechanism for good osteoclast activity is multifactorial. The optimal surface for osteoclast adhesion and growth was an amorphous CaP having mesoporous nanotopography and proper dissolution rate of calcium and silica. Also osteoblasts grew well on such surface.

Effect of Silicon-Doped Calcium Phosphate Bone Substitutes on Bone Formation and Osteoblastic Phenotype Expression In Vivo

2014 ◽  
Vol 614 ◽  
pp. 31-34 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christine Knabe ◽  
Marco Lopez Heredia ◽  
Dirk Barnemitz ◽  
Antje Genzel ◽  
Fabian Peters ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Bone Formation ◽  
Bone Substitute ◽  
Bone Repair ◽  
Critical Size ◽  
Potassium Phosphate ◽  
Critical Size Defects ◽  
Bone Substitute Materials ◽  
Silicon Doped ◽  
Substitute Materials

This study evaluates the effect of two novel particulate silicon-doped calcium phosphate graft materials as compared to the currently clinically used material β-TCP on osteogenesis and bone formation after implantation in critical-size defects the sheep scapula. These materials were developed in order to create biodegradable bone substitute materials that degrade rapidly, but still stimulate osteogenesis at the same time, thereby resulting in bone repair and regeneration with fully functional bone tissue. All bone substitute materials studied facilitated excellent bony regeneration of critical-size defects in the sheep scapula. Of the three grafting materials studied, the calcium alkali orthophosphate material with the crystalline phase Ca2KNa (PO4)2, with a small amorphous portion containing magnesium potassium phosphate and a small addition of sodium magnesium silicate had the greatest stimulatory effect on bone formation and expression of osteogenic markers, while exhibiting the highest biodegradability.

scholarly journals MORE ON DEVELOPING FISH PASTE WITH IMPROVED BIOLOGICAL VALUE

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (3) ◽  
pp. 134-143
Author(s):  
Maria Evgenievna Tsibizova
Keyword(s):  
Chemical Composition ◽  
Calcium Phosphate ◽  
Grass Carp ◽  
Raw Materials ◽  
Food Additives ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Mineral Supplement ◽  
Mineral Supplements ◽  
Phosphate Mineral ◽  
Physiological Group

In the context of the organization of proper nutrition of the population of Russia, regardless of belonging to any physiological group, taking into account the eating behavior of a modern person, the research has been carried out to expand the range of fish pastes by modifying their recipes. The goal has been achieved by combining raw materials of different origins and reducing the mass fraction of table salt. Experimental studies were carried out to substantiate the recipe compositions of pastes based on grass carp meat, the optimal proportion of calcium-phosphate mineral supplements was defined, a comparative analysis of organoleptic indicators of quality, chemical composition and energy value of the obtained products was conducted. It has been stated that the introduction of 2.5% of phosphate-calcium food additives into paste recipes No. 4 and 5 did not adversely affect the organoleptic quality indicators. The pastes produced according to recipes No. 4 and No. 5, which include grass carp meat (48%), chicken liver (10%), vegetable components (17%), calcium-phosphate mineral supplement (2,5%) and flavoring substances, can be recommended for mass nutrition of the population of Russia. The ratio of these components provides the high organoleptic properties and improved nutritional value. The inclusion of fish pastes enriched with vegetable components, chicken by-products, phosphate-calcium mineral supplements, differing in chemical composition, in the diet allows balancing the diet for proteins, fats, amino acids, vitamins, macro- and micronutrients and preventing from eating disorders and, in the result, reducing morbidity of population in the Russian Federation.

scholarly journals Investigation of glutathione peroxidase activity in chicken meat under different experimental conditions

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (4) ◽  
pp. 661-667 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alexandre José Cichoski ◽  
Renata Bezerra Rotta ◽  
Gerson Scheuermann ◽  
Anildo Cunha Junior ◽  
Juliano Smanioto Barin
Keyword(s):  
Hydrogen Peroxide ◽  
Glutathione Peroxidase ◽  
Enzymatic Activity ◽  
Frozen Storage ◽  
Potassium Phosphate ◽  
Reaction Medium ◽  
Experimental Conditions ◽  
Future Studies ◽  
Different Sources

Due to the fact that previous studies on the enzymatic activity of Glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) diverge widely in their methodology and results, this study aimed to investigate the influence of different analytical conditions on GSH-Px activity in chicken thighs from broilers that were fed different diets with different sources and concentrations of selenium. GSH-Px activity was evaluated six hours after slaughter and 120 days after frozen storage at -18 ºC. The different analytical conditions included time of pre-incubation (0, 10 and 30 minutes), reaction medium, types of substrate (H2O2 (0.72 mM, 7.2 mM, and 72 mM) and Terc-butil hydroperoxide 15 mM), and different buffer concentrations (buffer 1, potassium phosphate 50 mM pH 7.0 + EDTA 1 mM + mercaptoethanol 1 mM, and buffer 2, tris-HCl 50 mM pH 7.6 + EDTA 1 mM + mercapthanol 5 mM). The results show that the highest GSH-Px activity was observed when enzyme and substrate were in contact at 22 ºC without any pre-incubation, and that, when used at concentrations above 0.72 mM, hydrogen peroxide saturated the GSH-Px enzyme and inhibited its activity. The enzyme presented higher affinity to hydrogen peroxide when compared to terc-butil peroxide, and the addition of a buffer containing mercaptoethanol did not increase GSH-Px enzymatic activity. The activity of GSH-Px was not influenced by the source and concentration of selenium in the diet either. The obtained results allowed the determination of the best temperature of contact between the enzyme and substrate (22 ºC), the optimum concentration, and the type of substrate and buffer to be used. This information is extremely useful for future studies on GSH-Px activity in meat due to the divergence and little information found in the literature.

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