- Volume 10, Number 4 (2023)
NUTRITIONAL STRATEGIES FOR MUD CRAB FATTENING: THE IMPACT OF DIETARY PROTEIN ON SCYLLA SERRATA
Dinesh Kumar Jayawardena, Sujatha Devi Perera,
Mud crabs, belonging to the genus Scylla, are prized edible crustaceans found in the tropical Indo-West Pacific region. They include species like Scylla serrata, Scylla tranquebarica, Scylla olivacea, and Scylla paramamosain, each distinct in its own right. These crabs are not only known for their delicious flavor but also for their nutritional value, boasting essential amino acids, proteins, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and vital minerals like calcium, iron, zinc, potassium, and phosphorus. Mud crab aquaculture is crucial for small-scale fisheries in the Indo-Pacific region, contributing to commercial demand. One method employed is crab fattening, which involves rapidly increasing the crab's weight...
ENHANCING COWPEA (VIGNA UNGUICULATA) SEED GERMINATION WITH INDOLE-3-ACETIC ACID
Olufemi Johnson Adeola, Chinwe Amadi Okoro
Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is a vital food crop in sub-Saharan Africa, known for its high protein content and nutritional value. Despite its importance, cowpea production has struggled to meet the growing demand in the region. Plant growth regulators (PGRs) such as auxins, specifically Indole-3-Acetic Acid (IAA), play a crucial role in controlling plant growth and development. IAA is involved in processes like cell division, elongation, and fruit development. This study investigates the impact of IAA, a synthetic auxin, on cowpea seed development. While previous research has demonstrated the influence of PGRs on the growth and yield of other plants like...
DIETARY IMPLICATIONS: INVESTIGATING BORIC ACID'S INFLUENCE ON QUAIL SERUM ALBUMIN LEVELS
Elif Zehra Çelik, Mustafa Ali Arslan
Boric acid, a versatile inorganic acid known for its applications in pest control, fungistatic properties, ceramics, and cosmetics, has recently garnered attention for its potential medical uses. Studies have revealed its involvement in various physiological processes, including immune responses, endocrine regulation, mineral metabolism, and lipid homeostasis. Additionally, boric acid exhibits antioxidant properties, although the underlying mechanisms remain partially elucidated. Research suggests that boric acid treatment can mitigate oxidative metabolism inhibition resulting from mitochondrial degeneration. However, excessive boric acid usage may induce oxidative stress in the reproductive system. This abstract provides an overview of boric acid's multifaceted roles and underscores the...