Information needs and utilization among social science undergraduates in Nigerian universities

Information is a means through which knowledge about a phenomenon derived from observation, study experience or instruction and collection in varying ways. However, failure rates continue to increase in some universities in Nigeria, and information dissemination is not improving. This study, therefore, examines the information needs and utilisation of undergraduates in the Departments of Accountancy and Business Administration within three selected Nigerian Universities based on ownership. The study adopts qualitative research approach using interview method to collect data in the federal, state and privately owned universities. The research adopted snowball sampling method as it was difficult to determine the specific sample frame due to non-availability of intake records. The study therefore recruited ninety respondents for an interview from the three universities covering various disciplines in social sciences including Business Administration, Accounting, Economics and Finance. The study was guided by Wilson’s 1991 information behaviour model using it major variables of information needs, seeking, awareness, utilisation and outcome. Findings revealed that students require relevant information that will assist them to succeed in their academic career. It also found that information needs of students vary depending on their course of study. Students, however, utilise information for various purposes including academic work, social networking, community development and lifelong learning experience

Dibromido(2,3,9,10-tetra­methyl-1,4,8,11-tetra­azacyclo­tetra­deca-1,3,8,10-tetra­ene)cobalt(III) bromide

In the title compound, [CoBr2(C14H24N4)]·Br, the CoIII ion is located on an inversion centre and possesses a distorted octa­hedral coordination geometry in which four nitro­gen donors of the ligand mol­ecule are in the equatorial plane and two Br− ions occupy both the axial sites to give a trans isomer. The Br- counter- anion is also located on an inversion centre

Repair of major road embankment failure using reinforced earth (re) wall

A case history of repair works of major road embankment failure along Genting Highlands to Bukit Cincin, Pahang is presented. Failures at 10 locations along Genting Highlands to Bukit Cincin road occurred on 30th October 1997 during the monsoon seasons. The repair works at Location 1 using reinforced earth wall was considered since there was enough space available at the downslope section and also the soil at the downslope section of the failed embankment was strong enough to construct the wall safely. This paper fully explained the details remedial works using reinforced earth wall at Location 1

4-[(3-Formyl-4-hydroxy­phen­yl)diazen­yl]-N-(pyrimidin-2-yl)benzene­sulfonamide

The title mol­ecule, C17H13N5O4S, has a trans configuration with respect to the diazenyl (azo) group. The pyrimidine ring and the terminal benzene ring are inclined at angles of 89.38 (4) and 1.6 (6)°, respectively, with respect to the central benzene ring. The conformation of the mol­ecule is in part stabilized by an intra­molecular O—H⋯O hydrogen bond. In the crystal structure, mol­ecules related through inversion centers form hydrogen-bonded dimers involving the sulfon­amide N—H group and the N atom of the pyrimidine ring

Pull out characteristics of soil nails in Pahang / Damanhuri Jamalludin ...[et al.]

A total of 45 locations of slope failures occurred along Jalan Baru Gap to Fraser Hill, Pahang. Of the 45 locations of slope failures, only 31 locations were repaired using soil nails. At each location, only one pull out test was carried out. This study involved the results of the pull out tests at all the 31 locations and the results were obtained from Public Works Department, K.L. The maximum pull out load during the test was 90 kN and the displacement at 90 kN load must be less than 10mm for the test to be considered satisfy the specifications. The main purpose of this study is to determine the characteristics of the pull out test on soil nail and the interaction between the soil nail and the soil

Vitamin D Deficiency and Its Determinants in Adults: A Sample from Community-Based Settings in the United Arab Emirates

Background. Vitamin D deficiency (VDD) is a public health concern in adults worldwide. This study aims to explore the extent of VDD and its associated factors among adults in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Subjects and Methods. Quantitative, cross-sectional research was used to assess VDD and its associated factors in 216 adults recruited from randomly selected community-based healthcare settings over a six-month period. Recent values of vitamin D and glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) were abstracted from medical records, followed by interviews with participants to obtain information on factors related to VDD and other covariates and to measure their heights and weights. Results. A total of 74% of participants demonstrated VDD (vitamin D serum level≤30 nmol/L). Emirati participants had higher odds of having VDD compared to non-Emiratis (OR: 2.95; 95% CI: 1.58–5.52), with also significantly increased odds of the condition appearing in older, less educated, and employed adults. Diabetes type 2 (HbA1c≥6.5%), depression, and obesity were significantly associated with an increased likelihood of VDD after accounting for other covariates. Conclusion. VDD is a significant problem for UAE adults and requires attention by public health policy makers. Diabetes, obesity, and depression need to be considered when screening for vitamin D

1-[4-(Diamino­methyl­eneamino­sulfon­yl)phenyl­iminiometh­yl]-2-naphtholate N,N-dimethyl­formamide disolvate

The asymmetric unit the title compound, C18H16N4O3S·2C3H7NO, contains a mol­ecule in a zwitterionic form with a deprotonated hydroxyl group and an iminium group, and two dimethyl­formamide solvent mol­ecules. The dihedral angles of the guanidine group and the naphthyl ring system with respect to the central benzene ring are 76.04 (7) and 3.45 (9)°, respectively. The conformation of the mol­ecule may be influenced, in part, by two intra­molecular hydrogen bonds, while in the crystal structure, inter­molecular hydrogen bonds form one-dimensional chains along [010]

Nephroprotective Activity of Green Microalgae, Chlorella sorokiniana Isolated from Jordanian Water

Nephropathy is a global health issue that affects more than 20% of the adult population. Nephropathy is expected to be the fifth leading cause of death worldwide over the coming two decades. The introduction of green microalgae in nutrition and therapeutics for their biological activities is increasing. The current study examined the effect of Chlorella sorokiniana on renal health after inducing nephrotoxicity in mice. Preliminary screening of the algal aqueous extract revealed the presence of soluble polyphenols and triterpenoids. Successive intraperitoneal doses of gentamicin were administered to mice to induce nephrotoxicity. Concurrent intraperitoneal doses of the algal extract were administered to the infected mice to evaluate their nephroprotective activity. Two different concentrations of the treatment agent were administered in successive doses to two groups of mice. The tested concentrations were 150 and 300 mg/kg of mouse weight, respectively. The other two groups were either left untreated (normal control) or treated only with antibiotics (negative control). Creatinine, urea, and uric acid levels were analyzed in both serum and urine samples to evaluate the renal health of each animal group. Histochemical examination of the renal tissues was performed to assess the damage and improvement status. In vivo studies revealed a promising and significant nephroprotective activity of C. sorokiniana