134 research outputs found
Effect of Salt Stress (NaCl) on Germination and Early Seedling Parameters of Three Pepper Cultivars (Capsicum annuum L.)
Salinity is one of the major environmental problem that lead to a deterioration of agricultural land and, as a result, to a reduction in crop productivity worldwide. This research tested the effect of different salinity levels on germination and early seedling growth of three pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) cultivars which were "Beldi", "Baklouti" and "Anaheim Chili". Experimental treatment included 7 concentrations of NaCl (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 g/l). Results indicated that all investigate traits were affected by salt stress. Salt stress affected on germination parameters and radicle and plumule length. Fresh weight and dry weight of evaluated seedlings was also affected. "Anaheim Chili" cultivar was shown to be the most restraint cultivar to salt stress in comparison to "Beldi" and "Baklouti" cultivars
Evolution of the specialization of the Tunisian international trade on the European market
In this study, we try to evaluate the specialization of the Tunisian international trade in relation to the European Union’s (EU-28) market during the 2004/2015 period. Trade between Tunisia and the EU has grown significantly since the signing of an EU-Tunisia Association Agreement in 1995. The examination of relative trade benefits showed that Tunisia has the highest relative trade advantage in the EU-28 in mineral fuels, lubricants and related materials (SITC 3). On the other hand, the need for modernization and restructuring of their productive production facilities stimulated the European exports of capital goods and high-tech products (chemicals and related products (SITC 5) and machinery and transport equipment (SITC 7)). The crossed trading of similar products also intensified sharply over the 2004/2015 period
Evolution of the specialization of the Tunisian international trade on the European market
In this study, we try to evaluate the specialization of the Tunisian international trade in relation to the European Union’s (EU-28) market during the 2004/2015 period. Trade between Tunisia and the EU has grown significantly since the signing of an EU-Tunisia Association Agreement in 1995. The examination of relative trade benefits showed that Tunisia has the highest relative trade advantage in the EU-28 in mineral fuels, lubricants and related materials (SITC 3). On the other hand, the need for modernization and restructuring of their productive production facilities stimulated the European exports of capital goods and high-tech products (chemicals and related products (SITC 5) and machinery and transport equipment (SITC 7)). The crossed trading of similar products also intensified sharply over the 2004/2015 period
Response of sesame seedlings to different concentrations of humic acids or calcium nitrate at germination and early growth
This study was conducted in
order to evaluate the response of sesame
seeds (Sesamum indicum L.) to organic or
mineral fertilization. The effects of two
fertilizers, which were calcium nitrate and
humic acids were studied separately at
germination and early seedlings growth.
Different concentrations of humic acids
(HA0: 0, HA1: 500, HA2: 1000 and HA3:
2000 mg L–1) or calcium nitrate (CaN0: 0,
CaN1: 50, CaN2: 100 and CaN3: 200 mg L–1)
were applied distinctly to the growth media.
The experimental design was accomplished
in a completely randomized block design
with three replications. Germination
measurements, seedlings length, fresh
seedling weight, total chlorophylls and
carotenoids, total soluble proteins and
sugars were determined. Results showed
that humic acids applied at 1000 mg L-1 or
calcium nitrate applied at 100 mg L-1
reduced the mean germination time (3.5 and
3.61 days) and had the highest germination
index (GI) and the highest coefficient of
velocity (CV). The longest seedling was
obtained at the concentrations HA2 and
CaN2 (+22%). Total chlorophyll and
carotenoids were significantly higher in
seedlings receiving the HA2 and CaN2 and
these treatments increased total soluble
proteins content by 32%. Higher
concentrations of humic acids or calcium
nitrate HA3 and CaN3 delayed germination
and enhanced proline and total soluble
sugars, respectively, by 42% and 46%,
compared to control. These preliminary
results indicated that the use of fertilizers
should be optimized and they can be
transformed at high level to an abiotic stress
menacing plant productivity. On the other
hand, suitable concentrations of fertilizers
can be used in the future as a remedy to
improve growth under abiotic stress
Expression of stress-related genes in tomato plants exposed to arsenic and chromium in nutrient solution
International audienceThe molecular responses of hydroponically cultivated tomato plants to As(V) or Cr(VI) were assessed by transcript accumulation analysis of genes coding for products potentially involved in heavy metal tolerance. A quantitative real-time PCR experiment was performed with Hsp90-1, MT2- and GR1-like protein genes using RNA isolated from tomato roots or shoots treated for 24 h with As(V) or Cr(VI) at concentrations ranging from 80 to 640 ÎĽM. Both transient metallic treatments induced Hsp90-1 transcript accumulation in tomato plants. MT2- and GR1-like transcripts accumulated in tomato roots treated with As(V) but were only slightly affected by Cr(VI) treatment. Tomatoes showed phenotypic symptoms to heavy metal toxicity when plants were exposed to Cr(VI) but not As(V). Plant lethality was observed at 1280 ÎĽM Cr(VI), indicating that tomatoes were more tolerant to As than Cr stress under the experimental conditions used here
Suicide Among Adolescents in Center Tunisia: An 18-Year Autopsy Study
Background: Suicide and suicide attempts are more common among adolescents. Many factors are known to influence suicide in particular: region and culture. Adolescent suicide has been widely studied in many countries, but there are, currently, no data relating to adolescent suicide in Tunisia. Aim: The aims of this study were to describe epidemiological aspects of death related to adolescent suicide in Sousse, a city in central Tunisia. Methods: Data of forensic autopsies from 1998 to 2015 related to suicide of adolescents were retrospectively examined considering age, gender, method of death, year and risk factor. Results: 70 cases were reported with female predominance (62, 8%). The age range was from 10 to 19 and most of the suicides occurred in the 15-to-19 age group (75, 7%). Most victims were from rural zones (70%). Self-poisoning was the most used method (47, 1 %) followed by hanging (35, 7%). Hanging was the most common method used by males (17/26) and self-poisoning by females (29/44). Self-poisoning was related to pesticides in the vast majority of cases (29 cases among 33). The identified precipitating factors were chronic family problems in 51.4%, sentimental deception in 8.6%. Conclusion: This retrospective study raises concerns regarding the use of pesticides and the urgent need to provide rural areas with structures and medical equipment. This will ensure adequate suicide prevention in the region
Germination and growth in control and primed seeds of pepper as affected by salt stress
Salinity is an important
abiotic stress which can affect crop
production in the world. One of the simplest
methods for improving salinity tolerance of
plants is seeds priming. This experiment
was conducted to evaluate the effects of
seeds priming with three solutions (KCl ,
NaCl and CaCl2) in germination and later
growth of three pepper (Capsicum annuum
L.) cultivars: Beldi, Baklouti and Anaheim
Chili. Seeds germination was conducted in a
completely randomized design under seven
salinity levels (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12 g L-1)
at room temperature for primed and control
seeds. Plants derived from these germinated
seeds (control and primed) were
transplanted and cultivated in a greenhouse
for 4 months and were irrigated permanently
with seven salinity levels (0, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10
and 12 g L-1). The results showed that
salinity affected all parameters under study
like total germination percentage and
chlorophyll level (a and b). As well, proline
content increased as response to increasing
salinity. The plants derived and grown from
primed seeds showed a considerable
tolerance to salt stress and gave better
results. In fact, priming improved the salt
resistance of pepper owing to more
chlorophyll and proline accumulation.
These results suggest that seed priming
induced possible physiological adjustments
in pepper seeds, especially in the early
stages of development, and could be used as
a suitable tool for improving germination
and growth characteristics under salt stress
conditions
La baisse de la densité osseuse au cours des maladies inflammatoires chroniques de l’intestin : prévalence et facteurs de risqué
Introduction: La baisse de la densité minérale osseuse représente la principale manifestation osseuse décrite au cours des maladies inflammatoires chroniques de l'intestin. En Tunisie, très peu d'études ont rapportés sa prévalence et ses facteurs de risque. Le but de ce travail était de déterminer la prévalence de la perte osseuse au cours des maladies inflammatoires chroniques de l'intestin, et rechercher ses facteurs de risque. Méthodes: Patients et méthodes: étude ouverte transversale, réalisée de 2007 jusqu'à 2012. Résultats: 146 cas étaient colligés, dont 105 avaient une maladie de Crohn (71,9%) et 41 avaient une rectocolite hémorragique (28,1%). Il s'agissait de 62 hommes et 84 femmes. L'âge moyen était de 33,18 ans. La perte osseuse était trouvée chez 85 patients (58,2%). Il s'agissait d'une ostéopénie dans 57 cas et d'ostéoporose dans 28 cas. Les facteurs de risque de perte osseuse étaient une activité physique limitée (p=0,013), un indice de masse corporel '20 kg/m2 (p=0,015), une maladie active (p=0,035), l'étendue de l'atteinte intestinale (p=0,006) et une dose cumulée de corticothérapie dépassant 4,5g de Prednisone (p=0,003). Conclusion: La déminéralisation osseuse est une complication fréquente mais non constante. Ceci justifie un dépistage précoce chez les patients à risque, qui pourront ainsi bénéficier d'un traitement substitutif.Key words: Maladie de Crohn, recto-colite hémorragique, densité minérale osseuse, ostéopénie, ostéoporos
Infant acute myocarditis mimicking acute myocardial infarction
Myocarditis is an inflammatory disease of the myocardium with heterogeneous clinical manifestations and progression. In clinical practice, although there are many methods of diagnosis of acute myocarditis, the diagnosis remains an embarrassing dilemma for clinicians. The authors report the case of 9-month-old infant who was brought to the Pediatric Emergency Department with sudden onset dyspnea. Examination disclosed heart failure and resuscitation was undertaken. The electrocardiogram showed an ST segment elevation in the anterolateral leads with a mirror image. Cardiac enzyme tests revealed a significant elevation of troponin and creatine phosphokinase levels. A diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction was made, and heparin therapy was prescribed. The infant died on the third day after admission with cardiogenic shock. The autopsy showed dilatation of the ventricles and massive edema of the lungs. Histological examinations of myocardium samples revealed the presence of a marked lymphocytic infiltrate dissociating myocardiocytes. Death was attributed to acute myocarditis. The authors call attention to the difficulties of differential diagnosis between acute myocarditis and acute myocardial infarction especially in children, and to the important therapeutic implications of a correct diagnosi
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