Growth Evaluation of Native Chicken on Different Type of Hen Body Weight

The aim of this research is to measure effect of hen body weight to the growth rate of native chicken. Ten native hens divided by two classifications (heavy and light body weight), 2 native roosters, 58 (from hen with heavy body weight) and 62 (from hen with light body weight) female day old chicks (DoC) use in this research. Hatching machine, communal cage, feeder tray, drinking jar, balance body weight and vernier calliper, were use in this research. Body weight and morphometric of female native chicken from DoC up to 10 week was measured. T-test analysis was used with help of SPSS 25. The results showed that the hen with heavy body weight resulted to the higher morphometric and body weight of female native chicken (P<0.05) on 7 and 8 week, respectively. The growth rate gain of female native chicken hatched by the hen with heavy body weight is significantly difference (P<0.05) on body weight. The conclusion is the hen with heavy body weight will result to the higher body weight and morphometric of female native chicken.

Brain GRowth Evaluation Assessed with Transfontanellar (B-GREAT) ultrasound. Old and new bedside markers to estimate cerebral growth in preterm infants: a pilot study

Objective: We aimed to investigate the feasibility of evaluating overall preterm brain growth using a gathered set of measurements of brain structures in standard cranial ultrasound planes. We called this method of assessment Brain GRowth Evaluation Assessed with Transfontanellar ultrasound (B-GREAT). Study design: In this prospective observational cohort study, cranial ultrasound was regularly performed (on day 1, 2, 3, 7 of life and then weekly until discharge and at term) in preterm infants born with a gestational age less than 32 weeks. We evaluated Corpus Callosum (CC) length, Corpus Callosum-Fastigium (CCF) length, Anterior Horn Width (AHW), Frontal White Matter (FWM) height, Total brain Surface (TBS), Deep Grey Matter (DGM) height, Hemisphere Height (HH), Transverse Cerebellar Diameter in the axial view (TCDax) and coronal view (TCDcor). Measurements obtained were used to develop growth charts for B-GREAT markers as a function of postmenstrual age. Reproducibility of B-GREAT markers was studied. Results: A total of 528 cranial ultrasounds was performed in 80 neonates (median birth gestational age: 28+5 weeks, interquartile range: 27+3 to 30+5). The intraclass correlation coefficients for intra-observer and inter-observer analyses showed substantial agreement for all B-GREAT markers. Growth curves for B-GREAT markers were developed. Conclusion: B-GREAT is a feasible and reproducible method for bedside monitoring of the growth of the main brain structures in preterm neonates.

Acid soil tolerance of 28 soybean varieties in hydroponics and soil-based evaluation

Utilization of marginal soil plays important role in improving soybean production in Indonesia. Soybean breeding program targeting high yielding varieties and tolerant to acid soils is estimated to be more cost-effective and environmentally friendly approach in improving plant productivity on acid soil. The aim of this research was to study plant response under acid soil stress and to identify tolerant and sensitive genotype which might be useful for further breeding program. The experiment was conducted using 28 soybean varieties as genetic material. The experiment was carried out in two parts, including seedling evaluation in hydroponics and plant growth evaluation in polybag using acid soil. The first experiment was arranged in factorial randomized block design, consisting of genotype, pH, and AlCl3 treatment as the factors with 5 replications. The second experiment was conducted using randomized complete block design with 5 replications to identify the plant growth in different genotype and acid soil conditions. The results showed that the low pH and high Al inhibits seedlings root growth of soybean genotypes. The estimation of STI from root and shoot dry weight suggests Detam 1 as the most tolerant genotype followed by other varieties with lower level of tolerance. Plant response was different each genotype to both seedling evaluation in hydroponics and plant growth evaluation using acid soil.

Growth evaluation of the microalgae Chlorella sp. with tannery effluent from the soaking stage [Evaluación del crecimiento de la microalga Chlorella sp. con efluente de curtiembre de la etapa de remojo]

This research sought to determine the ideal percentage of soaking water from the tannery industry as a nutrient source for the microalgae Chlorella sp.; evaluating the effect of the initial concentration of 15, 30, 45, 60 and 75% of soaking water in contact with the microalgae in a first phase and a new evaluation with 30, 45 and 60% of soaking water using the adapted microalgae from the first phase into the second. Cell density over time was determined by cell counting in a neubauer chamber until reaching the stationary phase in all samples. The results show that the microalgae adapted to the effluent used present growth kinetics more similar to that of microalgae grown in a conventional medium. In the same way, it was determined that a better cell growth was obtained with a 30% concentration of soaking water. It is concluded that the use of soaking water is an efficient way to cultivate microalgae, thus helping to reduce pollution from tannery effluents.

An evaluation of Oshawa's success as a city

Understanding what makes a city successful will allow city planners to be intentional with their policy making, development, and overall goals. This research examined Nicholas Brooke’s key components of successful cities to develop a framework for measuring success. Success factors that are supported by research include industrial, social and cultural diversity, skilled workforce, mobility, quality of life, culture of innovation, business-friendly, good governance, and a distinctive brand. Evaluation is an important part of learning, growth and future success. The City of Oshawa was evaluated on the basis of these eight factors. This paper has discovered that the City of Oshawa has a weakness in its distinctive branding, business-friendliness, and diversity. It is doing well in terms of having a skilled workforce, mobility, quality of life, and governance and it is excelling in its culture of innovation. Knowing these strengths and weaknesses gives planners and city staff the opportunity to work towards improvement of the struggling factors and leverage their strengths in order to make improvements. Key words: City of Oshawa; success; economic growth; evaluation

An evaluation of Oshawa's success as a city

Understanding what makes a city successful will allow city planners to be intentional with their policy making, development, and overall goals. This research examined Nicholas Brooke’s key components of successful cities to develop a framework for measuring success. Success factors that are supported by research include industrial, social and cultural diversity, skilled workforce, mobility, quality of life, culture of innovation, business-friendly, good governance, and a distinctive brand. Evaluation is an important part of learning, growth and future success. The City of Oshawa was evaluated on the basis of these eight factors. This paper has discovered that the City of Oshawa has a weakness in its distinctive branding, business-friendliness, and diversity. It is doing well in terms of having a skilled workforce, mobility, quality of life, and governance and it is excelling in its culture of innovation. Knowing these strengths and weaknesses gives planners and city staff the opportunity to work towards improvement of the struggling factors and leverage their strengths in order to make improvements. Key words: City of Oshawa; success; economic growth; evaluation