Volume-11 , Issue-5 , Oct 2024, ISSN 2347-7520 (Online)

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  Floristic Composition and Phytodiversity Status of Bangabandhu Jamuna Eco-Park, Sirajganj, Bangladesh

  Md. Ashraful Islam, M. Mahfuzur Rahman, Gazi Mosharof Hossain

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  Vol.11 , Issue.5 , pp.1-12, Oct-2024

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  The present study represents a comprehensive information on current floristic composition and phytodiversity status of Bangabandhu Jamuna Eco-Park, Sirajganj, Bangladesh. This study reveals that a total 279 vascular plant species of 205 genera under 73 families have been documented during 2021 to 2022. From recorded species, 71 species (25.45%) were planted and 208 species (74.55%) were wild in nature. Pteridophytes are represented by six species (2.15%) under six genera (2.93%) of five families (6.85%) and Gymnosperms of two species (0.72%) under two genera (0.97%) of two families (2.73%), Angiosperms are composed of 215 species (77.06%) of 156 genera under 55 families of Magnoliopsida (dicotyledons) and 56 species (20.07%) of 41 genera under 11 families of Liliopsida (monocotyledons). Among the Angiosperm families, Asteraceae with 22 species is the largest dicotyledons family, where Poaceae with 20 species is the largest monocotyledonous family. Among the life-form categories, 85 species are erect herb and rest of 39, 31 and 22 species are represented as large tree, prostrate herb and small shrub, respectively. Seasonal variation is remarkably observed in this study, where the maximum 172 species are found during rainy season, following by 134 and 108 species are recorded during winter and summer seasons respectively. The highest values of both Shannon-Weiner diversity index (2.77) and Simpson diversity index (0.10) are found during rainy season, whereas the lowest values of these indices are calculated as 2.28 and 0.07, respectively during summer season. Similarly, the highest Jackknife species richness value 172.58 is recorded in rainy season and the lowest value 108.75 in summer season. Thus, the eco-park area is floristically quite good and which might serve as an excellent centre for biodiversity conservation by strengthening the existing management plans and adopting necessary policies and strategies.

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  Floristic composition, Phytodiversity, Bangabandhu Jamuna eco-park

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  Md. Ashraful Islam, M. Mahfuzur Rahman, Gazi Mosharof Hossain, "Floristic Composition and Phytodiversity Status of Bangabandhu Jamuna Eco-Park, Sirajganj, Bangladesh," International Journal of Scientific Research in Biological Sciences, Vol.11, Issue.5, pp.1-12, 2024

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  Land Degradation and Its Occurrence in Nigeria: Drivers and Mitigation

  Thomas U. Omali

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  Vol.11 , Issue.5 , pp.13-20, Oct-2024

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  Land or soil degradation can be influenced by land use and land cover (LULC) changes brought on by both human and natural influences. One of the biggest environmental issues endangering the world`s ecosystem is land degradation, which is more prevalent in developing nations. This review focuses on land degradation in Nigeria. Specifically, it provides evidence of land degradation in Nigeria, the sources and effects of land degradation in Nigeria, and potential solutions to land degradation in Nigeria. Process of land degradation mapping and assessment was discussed. It was demonstrated in this study that the application of remote sensing in monitoring land degradation is of high benefit, which is in its ability to offer cost-effective, timely, accurate, and dependable information on degraded lands. Although there is much literature on land degradation, technological advancements point to the necessity for a review that will capture the most recent advanced methodology used in identifying causes and assessing soil degradation. As a result, this review`s importance cannot be overstated.

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  Biophysical, deforestation, desertification, LULC, monitoring, satellite data

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  Estimation Renalase Concentration in Iraqi Patients with End Stage Renal Disease in Hilla Province

  Ahmed Abdulhaleem Al Shammari

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  ESKD is a major contributor to Iraq`s high healthcare costs and a prevalent, debilitating condition that shortens and worsens patients` lives. These individuals often suffer from diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and they have a significant risk of dying from cardiovascular causes. Dialysis or kidney transplantation are the mainstays of renal replacement treatment in ESKD management. We collected 100 blood samples from patients with stage renal illness admitted to Merjan Teaching Hospital in Babylon Province, Iraq. Everyone involved, from the patients to the 100-person control group of healthy adults ranging in age from 11 to 80, belonged to the same Arab ethnic group. Results showed that renalase levels varied by an average of pg/ml in both the experimental and control groups. The serum of individuals with end-stage renal disease had significantly higher renalase levels (184.21± 4.97 pg/ml) compared to the healthy group (44.06±7.21 pg/ml) (P <0.05).conclusion: In this study, we looked at the renalase levels of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) patients who were on hemolysis. These individuals had elevated serum renalase levels. Research shows that renalase production is higher in people with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and gets worse as the disease progresses. Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) who are undergoing hemolysis are most likely to have elevated serum renalase concentrations due to compensatory synthesis in extrarenal organs caused by hypertension and alterations in the cardiovascular system. It is possible that serum renalase`s enhanced degradation of catecholamines is responsible for the lower plasma concentrations of these substances. This could be proof that renalase is involved in catecholamine metabolism.

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  Renalase , Urea , GFR , ESRD, Kidney

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  Ahmed Abdulhaleem Al Shammari, "Estimation Renalase Concentration in Iraqi Patients with End Stage Renal Disease in Hilla Province," International Journal of Scientific Research in Biological Sciences, Vol.11, Issue.5, pp.21-25, 2024

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  Diversity and Species Composition of Phyco-Periphyton on Some Macrophytes in Rafin Makaranta Stream, Bauchi

  Hafsat M. Magaji, A.G. Ezra, F.A. Deba

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  Water quality is essential to human health due to its direct influence on ecosystems and public health. This study analyzed selected physicochemical parameters and the phyco-periphyton assemblage on aquatic macrophytes in Rafin Makaranta Stream, Bauchi, Nigeria, from February to September 2021 at four sampling sites. The objectives were to evaluate the stream`s physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. Phyco-periphyton samples were collected by carefully cutting aquatic macrophytes with a sharp razor blade and preserving them in 4% formalin. Standard methods were used to analyze physicochemical parameters, which showed ranges for temperature (24.5 - 34.9°C), pH (7.2 - 8.9), conductivity (0.46 - 0.67 µS/cm), total dissolved solids (338 - 472 mg/L), dissolved oxygen (2.09 - 7.2 mg/L), biochemical oxygen demand (0.66 - 3.67 mg/L), total suspended solids (0.1 - 0.3 mg/L), turbidity (20 - 162 NTU), nitrate (0.2 - 16.7 mg/L), and phosphate (0.1 - 0.9 mg/L). Principal Component Analysis (PCA) indicated that biochemical oxygen demand had the greatest positive environmental impact, followed by total dissolved solids and temperature. Additionally, Pearson correlation showed a positive association between total dissolved solids, temperature, and turbidity, suggesting their combined effect on water quality dynamics. Six macrophytes, including Nymphaea lotus (18.18%), Ludwigia abyssinica (9.09%), Hygrophila auriculata (18.18%), Pistia stratiotes (27.27%), and Typha domingensis (18.18%), served as essential habitats for the periphyton community. The periphyton identified comprised four classes: Bacillariophyta (6 genera), Chlorophyta (11 genera), Cyanophyta (7 genera), and Euglenophyta (3 genera), with Chlorophyta being dominant at 44%, followed by Cyanophyta (39%), Bacillariophyta (12%), and Euglenophyta (5%). Notable nutrient enrichment indicators, including Melosira, Scenedesmus, Oscillatoria, and Anabaena, were observed. Canonical Correspondence Analysis highlighted temperature, total dissolved solids, biochemical oxygen demand, and dissolved oxygen as significant physicochemical factors affecting the structure, composition, and distribution of the periphytic community. Overall, the findings suggest that Rafin Makaranta Stream is impacted by both natural and human-related factors, which influence its algal community and contribute to water contamination. Continued monitoring is recommended to confirm these findings and effectively manage potential environmental impacts.

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  Diversity, Species, composition, phyco-periphyton, Macrophytes

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