Postprandial glucose response to mango, banana and sapota

Objective: Mango and Sapota are two fruits indigenous to Indian subcontinent. The objective of this study was to evaluate postprandial blood glucose response to mango and sapota in comparison to banana in patients with diabetes mellitus Type 2.METHOD: The plasma glucose response to mango, sapota and banana were determined in ten diabetic patients. Blood was tested at 0, 30, 60, 120 and 180 minutes following the ingestion of test meal.Results: The results showed that the blood glucose response to these three fruits was not different in terms of area under the curve and postprandial change in blood glucose from baseline.CONCLUSION: We conclude that glucose response to mango and sapota (fruits indigenous to Indian subcontinent) is no different from banana

The Performance of Self-Compacted High Strength Concrete Columns with Laced Steel Section

In view of the great orientation to the steel buildings and the large role played by the columns in carrying and transferring the loads it is necessary to go to strengthen the steel rolled columns to meet the requirements of the architecture that witch is looking for large spacing. In present paper this research the objectives of this research can be summarized as following: prevent local buckling occurs in columns, strengthen the steel columns from the weak axis in a new methodology, to compare buckling loads of single lacing reinforcement versus double lacing reinforcement and obtain a high bearing column steel section with small surface area increase in column strength capacity. Different parameters are taking into account to investigate the behavior and strength of steel and composite columns such as slenderness ratio, and double lacings and presence of longitudinal reinforcement that parallel to the column height. The type of concrete that adopt is self-compact concrete with high compressive strength. The new and alternative method is were used to strengthen the steel rolled columns at low cost by strengthening the weak axis to preventing or minimize buckling of the columns by using high strength concrete self-compacted without main reinforcements with steel section columns reinforced by lacing as single and double so that it work as full composite structural element and there are connections between concrete block and steel column. There are five specimens with the same height of 1450 mm that was classified as the control specimen and the others with different parameters such as lacing configurations, presence of longitudinal dowels and presence of concrete subject to concentric load. All specimens except the control filled with self-compacted high strength concrete. The result showed that as increase in strength in presence of concrete as compared with the control specimen. Control specimen gave strength capacity compared with the others composite specimens; the increased are 50% composite column, 62.50% composite column with single lacing and 75.00% composite column with double lacing respectively. Specimen (CL1CDL2R) increased in strength capacity as compared with the control specimen 87.50% and 7.14% compared with specimen (CL1CDL) because of presence dowels along the specimen height that increase the stiffness of the composite column. Presence of single and double lacing reduced the buckling value because of reduced the effective columns height. Specimen (CC1L1) gave maximum buckling 32.00 mm compared with the others specimens such as CL1C), (CL1CSL), (CL1CDL) and (CL1CDL2R) respectively, there is significant difference in buckling that reduced by 17.19%, 28.13%, 45.31% and 55.63% respectively

SYNCHRONIZATION OF STOCK PRICE AND THE ROLE OF INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS IN TEHRAN STOCK EXCHANGE

Purpose of the study: The paper discusses the emergence of institutional investors as owners of capital in corporate governance are increasingly important. Institutional shareholders have the potential to influence management activities through an exchange of shares indirectly and directly respectively Methodology: On the basis of this study, 42 companies between the years 1389 to 1393 were studied (data for 1388 also is intended to assess the results of 1389). Results: The panel data model relationship between institutional investors with stock prices and the risk of concurrent fall in share prices was determined and it was found that institutional investors and significant negative correlation with share prices and the risk of concurrent fall in prices in the stock market Tehran. Applications of this study: This research can be used for the universities, teachers, and students. Novelty/Originality of this study: In this research, the model of Synchronization of Stock Price and the Role of Institutional Investors in the Tehran Stock Exchange is presented in a comprehensive and complete manner

Clinical characteristics of pulmonary tuberculosis in adult Pakistani patients with co-existing diabetes mellitus

A review was made of the records of all patients with pulmonary tuberculosis and diabetes mellitus admitted over a 5-year period to a teaching hospital in Karachi, Pakistan. Among 42358 patients, the total number with both tuberculosis and diabetes was 173. The prevalence of tuberculosis in diabetic patients was 10-times higher than in non-diabetic patients and prevalence increased with duration of diabetes. The lower lung field was most frequently involved, followed by the upper and middle. Bilateral involvement was seen in half and an associated pleural effusion in one-third of the patients. Cavitating lesions were seen in 32% of men and 15% of women

Petrophysical Study of Limestone Rocks for Al-Nfayil Formation –Bahr Al-Najaf Depression and Suitability for Industrial Purposes

مقدمة: ينتشر الحجر الجيري في الطبيعة على نطاق واسع ويشكل حوالي (20-25٪) من إجمالي الصخور الرسوبية [1]. وتحتل المرتبة الثالثة عالمياً من حيث المصادر المعدنية والصخور المستخرجة [2]. يمثل الحجر الجيري نسبة كبيرة من العمود الطبقي في العراق [3]. طرق العمل: تقييم صخور الحجر الجيري كمواد بناء لتكوين النفايل في منخفض بحر النجف بواقع 15 محطة موزعة على منطقة الدراسة. اشتمل البحث على الجوانب الحقلية والمختبرية. الاستنتاجات: من خلال الفحوصات اللازمة، تم تحديد صلاحية الحجر الجيري لأغراض البناء. وكانت مناسبة للبناء لأنها نجحت في تلبية متطلبات معيار البناء (ASTM، C568، 2004) ولم تفِ بمتطلبات معيار صخور التحكم في السكك الحديدية (O.R.B.D، 1999، Raymond، 1979). لذا توصي الدراسة بتقدير وحساب كمية احتياطيات الصخور الجيرية المتوفرة في منطقة الدراسة لغرض حساب الجدوى الاقتصادية.Abstract Background:        Limestone is widely spread in nature and constitutes about (20-25%) of the total sedimentary rocks [1]. It is ranked third globally from mineral sources and extracted rocks [2]. Limestone represents the large ratio of the stratified column of Iraq [3].   Materials and Methods: This study involves the evaluation of limestone rocks as construction materials of Al- Nfayil formation in Bahr Al-Najaf Depression by 15 stations distributed over a region. The research includes field and laboratory aspects. Results: Through the tests, the viability of limestone for construction purposes was determined. As it is suitable for construction because it succeeded the requirements of the building standard (ASTM, C568, 2004), and did not succeed in the requirements of the standard for railway control aggregates (O.R.B.D, 1999, Raymond, 1979). The study recommends estimating and calculating the amount of reserves of limestone rocks available in the study area for the purpose of calculating economic feasibilit

Power, dominance and control: implementing a new business intelligence system

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to expose the playout of power dynamics when a new business intelligence (BI) system is implemented in a central pharmacy department in a National Health Service (NHS) hospital. The authors aim to explore the assumptions, experiences and actions of organisational stakeholders and ascertain how different professional groups obtain influence, power and control during this process. Design/methodology/approach – In this research the authors employ structuration theory (ST), to establish how and where domination is achieved. To achieve this, the authors investigate the production and reproduction of structure as part of a longitudinal assessment using interviews and questionnaires. Findings – Constant renewal and evolution are crucial in the implementation of a BI system. During the process of implementation and change many stakeholders resent the change. Disempowering these users leads to new power structures led by BI analysts. Practical implications – The findings from this paper can help strengthen implications of BI systems implementation and better understand the impact these systems have on wider stakeholders. With coherent communication and an engaged attitude new BI systems can be implemented without alienating the key user stakeholders. Originality/value – This paper differs from other papers by advocating that new systems and processes alter individual power structures in organisations, disrupting internal dynamics and introducing new aspects of control and dominance

Lowering virus attack with improved yield and fiber quality in different cotton genotypes by early sown cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.)

A three year study with the objective of exploring the possible role of different sowing dates and cotton genotypes on seed cotton yield, fiber quality and virus attack was conducted at the Cotton Research Station (CRS), Multan, Pakistan during three consecutive years (2006, 2007 and 2008). Two cotton genotypes namely: MNH-6070 and CIM-496 were sown on five different sowing dates (15th April, 1st May, 15th May, 1st June and 15th June) during the three consecutive years (2006, 2007 and 2008). The analyzed data indicated that early sown cotton (15th April) resulted in low virus attack (21.06%) and enhanced seed cotton yield (1575%), together with yield components (number of bolls per plant and boll weight), and improved fiber quality (staple length and micronaire) during all the three years as compared with late sown crop (15th June). Likewise, MNH-6070 also resulted in low virus attack (45.79%) and higher seed cotton yield (117.19%), as well as yield components. Regarding fiber quality, MNH-6070 resulted in higher micronarie, while CIM-496 resulted in higher staple length. Early sowing and cotton genotype MNH-6070 also resulted in maximum ginning out turn (GOT). Nonetheless, seed cotton yield and fiber quality were both negatively affected due to late sowing (1st and 15th of June) in both cotton genotypes. In crux, early sowing enhanced seed cotton yield due to increased number of bolls per plant, boll weight and low virus attack. Similarly, cotton genotype MNH-6070 also resulted to higher seed cotton yield, GOT and more resistance against virus attack due to its better genetic makeup. In summary, cotton genotype MNH-6070 should be sown on 15th April in order to obtain maximum seed cotton yield under agro-climatic conditions of Multan, Pakistan.Key words: Sowing time, seed cotton yield, staple length, micronaire

Analysis of the Role of Fundamental Financial Ratios in Predicting the Stock Returns for Commercial Banks Listed on Amman Stock Exchange

The objective of this study is to determine the predictive role of the Fundamental Financial Ratios for the Stock Returns of Commercial Banks Listed on Amman Stock Exchange(2006-2015), the number of commercial banks listed on the ASE (13) Banks. The study used multiple linear regression and stepwise regression to examine the relationship between independent variables (Dividend Yield Ratio, Earning Yield Ratio, Book-to-Market Ratio), and the dependent variable (Stock Returns for Commercial Banks Listed on ASE).The results revealed that there is no role of the fundamental financial ratios to predict the Stock Returns for the Commercial Banks Listed on ASE for the complete period (2006 – 2015) .Then  we divided the study years for three periods with(3-4 years) to determine predictive role for the ratios within the years of study. only during the period (2009-2011) appeared interpretive & predictive ability to predict stock returns for Commercial Banks by Earning Yield Ratio (EY), then we have examined the role of ratios in each year of the study alone which appeared the Role of the Fundamental Financial Ratios to Predict the Stock Returns for Commercial Banks in Jordan by Earning Yield Ratio (EY) in 2009, and Dividend Yield Ratio (DY) in 2010.Finally we have examined the role of these ratios to predict the Stock Returns separately for each Commercial bank, which appeared interpretive & predictive ability of the Book-to-Market Ratio (B/M) to predict stock returns for five Commercial banks out of thirteen. Keywords: Dividend Yield Ratio (DY), Earning Yield Ratio (EY), Book-to-Market Ratio (B/M), Commercial Banks, Fundamental Financial Ratio