The Olive Tree (Olea Europea L.) and Traditional Medicine in the Skikda Region (North-East Algerian)

Since antiquity, the olive tree (Olea europaea L.) has played a very important role in the life of Mediterranean populations who consider it as symbol of peace, solidarity and as well as trade and economy. In addition, olive oil is a major constituent of the Mediterranean diet given to its nutritional importance. The Skikda region served as the ethnobotanical survey site. This study allowed us to interview 100 people, whose objective is to know the benefits and the area of this tree use for of local populations. Informants profiles showed that women aged between 41 and 50 years, use the olive tree much more than men with a rate of 70 %. Concerning the plant parts used, fruits were the most ones food (50 %) and in therapeutic field (30 %). Made from ripe fruits, olive oil appears to be the most widely utilized cure in our studied region (78 %), with 29 % against constipation and 23 % against cough

College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies Newsletter - January 2024

A five page newsletter created by the College of Graduate Programs and Honors Studies at Wright State University. This newsletter includes a upcoming events, message from the dean, and more.https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/grad_news/1011/thumbnail.jp

The Guardian the Month of July 2024

News articles from The Guardian for the Month of July 2024. The Guardian is the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. It has been published regularly since March of 1965.https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/guardian/3666/thumbnail.jp

Ambition Giveth and Ambition Taketh Away: The Life of Napoleon

In this ambitious essay, Clayton Cardinal cogently argues that ambition helps explain both the rise and fall of a man who gave his name to an entire age: Napoleon. Having himself at an early age derided ambition, Napoleon soon came to self-consciously embody it, comparing himself favorably to, as Cardinal shows, “an Olympic athlete,” “a shooting star,” and “the envoy of the Grand Nation,” France. Napoleon’s desire to create what he called an “empire of the world,” however, ultimately to led to his ruin. Throughout the essay, Cardinal demonstrates strong command of the sources, which are interpreted with sophistication and nuance and seamlessly incorporated into the prose. Thanks to its clarity and concision, the writing is a pleasure to read

Nursing the Wright Way: A History of Nursing at Wright State University, 1973-2023

This book explores the history of an innovative nursing education program in Dayton, Ohio from its creation in the 1970s until 2023. On the cutting edge with a theory driven curriculum this program went from BSN, adding the master\u27s degree with advanced practice options and also a DNP.https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/books/1253/thumbnail.jp

Balancing the Mind: The Role of Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors in Managing Anxiety

Olivia’s senior capstone review article focuses on the role of the selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) escitalopram in the management of anxiety. SSRIs have been successfully used to treat depression for decades, with fluoxetine (Prozac) being introduced to the US market in 1987. Recently it has been found that the SSRI escitalopram has efficacy in treating anxiety as well as depression. Olivia’s review is detailed and timely. Unmanaged anxiety and depression are common among students and this review will be of interest to students, parents and the university population in general

Investigating Factors in Firearm Fatalities in Pediatric Populations

Despite advancements in public health initiatives, preventable firearm injuries among children persist in the United States. This study investigates correlations between household income, single parent households, severe housing problems, and firearm fatalities among pediatric populations in Ohio counties. Utilizing data from the County Health Rankings and the National Center for Health Statistics–Mortality Files, our analysis reveals a negative correlation between household income and firearm fatalities, emphasizing the role of socioeconomic factors in firearm safety. Additionally, we found a positive correlation between single parent households and firearm fatalities. Furthermore, a weak positive correlation suggests a potential link between severe housing problems and increased risk of firearm incidents. These findings highlight the need for targeted interventions to promote firearm safety in vulnerable communities, aiming to reduce preventable firearm injuries among children in Ohio

The Guardian the Month of August 2024

News articles from The Guardian for the Month of August 2024. The Guardian is the official student-run newspaper for Wright State University. It has been published regularly since March of 1965.https://corescholar.libraries.wright.edu/guardian/3667/thumbnail.jp

Comparative Performance of Modern Jumbo Maize Variety And Local Varieties in Fodder Production Under Different Nitrogen Levels

A trial was carried out at Cereal Crop Research Institute Pirsabak, Pakistan by employing a Randomized Complete Block design that was repeated thrice to investigate the performance of different varieties of maize (Jalal, Kaptan and Jumbo) under four nitrogen levels (N1= 0, N2= 100, N3= 150, and N4= 200 kg ha−1). Variation was observed among maize varieties that affected silking and milking days with variety Jumbo recording the longest duration (62 and 80, respectively). Variety Jumbo also had higher leaf number (11.5), SPAD value (47), leaf area index (LAI) (3.4), Plant height (221 cm) and stem diameter (3.22 cm). Similarly, green forage (67,777 kg ha−1) and dry matter yield (23,424 kg ha−1) were the highest for variety Jumbo. In contrast, protein content was observed higher for variety Kaptan while Jumbo and variety Jalal recorded higher fiber content. In terms of Nitrogen levels, silking (62) and milking days (83) were taken more by all the varieties when N4 was supplemented. Maximum and statistically at par leaf count, SPAD value and LAI were recorded with N3 and N4. Plant height and stem diameter was also higher with N3 (196 cm and 3.40 cm) and N4 (202 cm and 3.42 cm). N3 and N4 were linked to higher yields of green forage and dry matter, with N4 showing the improvement in protein and fiber content. Pearson’s correlation plot discovered positive correlation among all studied traits. The newly developed variety Jumbo, with the commencement of N3, is proposed for cultivation to obtain maximum fodder yield while maintaining economic feasibility

Insufficient Sleep in Ohio and Its Complication in Risky Behaviors

Background Insufficient sleep is a major public health concern in the United States. Lack of sufficient sleep causes impaired decision making that can increase the chance of participating in risky behavior. Methods County Health Rankings data from Ohio in 2016 and 2022 were reviewed for percentage of insufficient sleep and risky behaviors. We identified excessive alcohol use, driving deaths due to alcohol, drug overdose mortality, and percentage of smokers as risky behaviors. Urban and rural counties were identified via HRSA. Results: There was a significant increase in insufficient sleep from 2016 to 2022 in Ohio. Smoking and drug overdose mortality were positively correlated with insufficient sleep, while excessive alcohol use was negatively correlated with insufficient sleep. No differences in sleep or risky behaviors were seen in urban and rural counties. Conclusion: This study examines the link between insufficient sleep and engagement in risky behaviors such as drug overdose, a pressing issue in Ohio, highlighting the importance of implementing screening and intervention programs to improve sleep in order to potentially reduce the likelihood of participating in such risky behaviors, with implications for both medical practitioners and patients