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In the fashion studio in the University of Benin we need protective wears to put on while working to protect our initial clothing from damage. This research is focused on the construction of an ideal fashion workshop apron. It aims in solving the problems of protection in the fashion section. Since the studio is the center for fashion production, this project will help us understand the importance of fashion and means of keeping yourself in order while in production. The data gathered for this research was based on searching information in textbook, internet and interview. A comparative study on the art studio and how to protect yourself in it was done to help determine how best to construct a fashion studio apron. It is believed that a more protective and organized workspace will give students more interests in expressing their creative abilities.

Medicinal plants and the bioactive substances they contain have drawn the
interest of various researchers over the past ten years due to their ability to
cure different illnesses. Ocimum gratissimum is a member of the Lamiaceae
family. It is cultivated in several gardens surrounding village huts in Nigeria
under the popular name "scent leaf" for both medicinal and culinary purposes. The aim of this study is to elucidate the effect of ocimum gratissimum on some hematological parameters in male wistar rats. The effect of methanolic extract of Ocimum gratissimum on some red blood indices of Wister rats was studied using fifteen healthy adult wistar rats with weights ranging between 140-160g. The rats were divided into three groups; control group, low dose group and high dose group. Increasing doses (100mg and 300mgkg-1 body weight) of the extract were administered orally to the other two groups for a period of four weeks. Sample collection was done via cardiac puncture using 5ml syringes. The extract displayed a significant increase (p<0.05) difference in platelet levels when compared with the normal control and a non significant difference (p<0.05) in the other parameters were observed. In conclusion, the extract of gratissimum might be a panacea in the management of anaemic conditions due to its
erythropoietic, and/or haematopoietic effects, and beneficial to the blood’s oxygen supporting ability and thrombopoietin, putting into consideration that there were no alteration in the morphology and fragility of the RBCs

This study explores how local motifs can be used in jewelry making to preserve cultural heritage. It focuses on the importance of traditional symbols and how they can be adapted into modern jewelry without losing their meaning. The research looks at different materials and techniques, including the filigree method, which helps create detailed designs. By studying these motifs, the project shows how they can improve the beauty and cultural value of jewelry. The study also highlights how modern jewelry makers can use these traditional elements to create unique and meaningful designs. This research aims to support the preservation of local art by applying it in today’s jewelry industry

This comparative study investigated the effects of preservative and preservative-free artificial tears on tear stability among dry eye patients. The participants completed the OSDI questionnaire to determine their subjective observations. A randomized controlled trial was used to group the participants. Tear film stability was assessed using fluorescein invasive tear break-up time (FTBUT), Schirmer’s test was carried out to determine the tear flow rate, the results were compared between the two groups. The results showed that the mean values for TBUT for Hypromellose were 6.25 ± 0.33 before and 6.75 ± 0.31seconds after, for Refresh was 6.40 ± 0.40 before and 7.55 ± 0.42 seconds after. Also, the mean values for TFR for Hypromellose were 8.36 ± 0.50 before and 8.61 ± 0.50 seconds after, for refresh was 9.69 ± 0.54 before and 10.05 ± 0.55 after seconds. The results obtained were analyzed using the SSPS 22.0. T-test and one- way ANOVA were used to compare the mean FTBUT and TFR values between both groups, the p values were 0.64 and 0.68 respectively. There was no statistically significant difference in the tear film stability and tear flow rate between both groups after four weeks (p > 0.05). In conclusion, the results of this study showed that there was no notable difference between preservative artificial tears and preservative-free artificial tears on tear film stability and tear flow rate. It is recommended that clinicians can confidently recommend both preservative and preservative-free artificial tears as effective management options for dry eye. KEYWORDS: Dry eye syndrome, Artificial tears, Preservative, TBUT

The term ‘maize’ seems to be derived from the word ‘mahiz’ of Taino language of the Caribbean islands, which became ‘maiz’ in Spanish (Oxford dictionary 2015). Based on this common name, Linnaeus included the name as species in the botanical classification of Zea. Maize is also popularly known as ‘corn’ in English-speaking countries. In some countries, ‘corn’ means the ‘local staple’, while in some others it is used for any ‘cereal’. The ear of maize is unique among cereals, and morphologically similar wild progenitor of maize could not be found. Therefore, its evolution has been a great scientific challenge and of great interest for both biologists and archaeologists. Many hypotheses/theories have been proposed by different scientists to explain the origin of maize. Among them, (1) tripartite hypothesis, (2) catastrophic sexual transmutation theory, (3) Tripsacum-Zea diploperennis hypothesis, and, (4) teosinte hypothesis were debated and discussed in detail by different scientists.

This study was design to investigate the adsorption capacity of ascorbic acid on organo-bentonite clay by studying the adsorption capacity of organo-bentonite clay. Kinetic parameters such as time and pH from the result obtained, amount adsorbed with time increase with increase with time until equilibrium was attained, while for pH increase in pH leads to increase in amount adsorbed while equilibrium was attained at pH 8 to 10. From the result obtained it will be seen that adsorption capacity varied with different parameter.

The core of proof in criminal trials is that the accused must be proved to be the perpetrator of the crime beyond all reasonable doubt. In most cases, this is anchored on the evidence of an eye witness, however in the presence of none what becomes the fate of the victim. It appears that criminals have adopted a sophisticated scheme to commit crimes, it is therefore appropriate for our legal system to adopt a effective mechanism to ensure that crimes are proven and one way o attaining this is the use of Forensic. However the Nigerian legal system has remained redundant, primarily because criminal convictions are based on police reports, which sometimes lack credibility, as well as reliance on circumstantial evidence. This approach is a major setback to an efficient criminal justice system. The use of forensic science has been effectually deployed by other jurisdictions in combating crimes, while it is still an evolving trend in Nigeria. This study appraise the significance of forensic science in the Nigerian legal system with the aim of achieving a fair, just and robust criminal justice system that would strengthen the administration of justice in Nigeria. It also examine the relevancy and application of forensic evidence in Nigerian legal system. This study will adopted the doctrinal approach of research relying on existing principles and works of great authors and its findings will establish the essence for proper utilization of forensic science in order to restore the dignity, dependability and efficiency of the criminal justice system in Nigeria

Rising incidences of benin and cancerous tumours, such as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
and prostate cancer, coupled with the unpleasant side effects of current therapy, suggest a need to
search for new drug molecules. The stem bark of Lonchocarpus griffonianus G. Don
(Fabaceae) is an important medicinal plant used in Nigeria to treat BPH and other tumour
related ailments. No pharmacological study on the use of the plant for treating BPH has been
reported. This study aimed to investigate the protective effect of L. griffonianus (LG) on BPH.
Two organs (stem and root barks) of LG were identified, collected, pulverized and extracted with
absolute methanol (99 %) using a Soxhlet extractor. Comparative preliminary biological
evaluations were done on the L. griffonianus stem bark (LGSB) extract and root bark (LGRB)
extracts using two benchtop assays (cytotoxic and antiproliferative). The acute toxicity of the LG
stem bark extract was done using a modified Lorke's method. The extract was subjected to
Vacuum Liquid Chromatography (VLC) and Gravity Column Chromatography (GCC) to obtain
two isolated compounds, LO1 and LO2. The compounds were subjected to MS and 1D NMR
analysis for identification. The isolated compounds (LO1 and LO2) were subjected to cytotoxic
evaluation on human prostate (PC3) and uterine cervical cancer (Hela) cell lines using a 3-(4, 5
dimethyl thiazolyl-2)-2, 5-diphenyltetrazolium bromide (MTT) assay. Anti-BPH evaluation was
done on the extract and LO1 using testosterone-induced BPH in the rat model. BPH was induced
by the administration of testosterone propionate (4 mg/kg, s.c., in olive oil) for 28 days. LGSB
extract (100, 200 and 400 mg/kg), LO1 (5 mg/kg), LGSB extract (200 mg/kg)+finasteride (5
mg/kg) and finasteride (5 mg/kg) were orally administered daily. On day 29, the rats were
sacrificed under anaesthesia and blood was collected via the abdominal aorta. The collected
blood was centrifuged, and the serum was separated. The serum was analyzed for biochemical
parameters such as prostate-specific antigen (PSA), testosterone and estradiol. The prostate was
harvested for histological examination. The wet weight and volume of the prostate were taken.
The prostate index (PI) was calculated. All data were expressed as mean ± SEM (standard error
of the mean) and were compared using analysis of variance (ANOVA),The result of preliminary evaluations indicated that the LGSB extract has a higher activity (100 ±0.00% mortality at 80 µg/mL) than the LGRB extract (3.33 ± 1.29% at 80 µg/mL). Acute
toxicity results revealed no mortality in both phases after oral administration with LD50>5000mg/kg. LO1 and LO2 significantlyinhibited the multiplication of PC3 and Hela cells in vitro

Refractive errors, including myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism, constitute a significant public health concern affecting visual well-being of individuals as well as the academic performance of pupils. Uncorrected refractive error, the second most common cause of preventable blindness globally places a heavy burden on individuals and the society. This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of refractive errors among secondary school students in Egor Local Government Area (LGA). The study was carried out for a period of three month. A stratified random sampling method was used where students from the selected schools within Egor LGA were selected for the study. The sample size was 400 with a number of 151 females and 249 males. Data was collected using a well structured self-administered questionnaires. This questionnaire included demographic information and was further divided into three sections. The data collected were analyzed using the statistical package for social sciences (SPSS) version 22.0. Descriptive statistics (frequencies, percentages, mean and standard deviation) was used to
summarize the variables. Continuous variables was expressed as the mean ± standard deviation for those that displayed normal distribution. A total of 400 students participated in the study between the ages of 11 to 19years (mean age 16.07± 1.320). Majority of the participants was male (249) while the remaining where females (151). The results showed that those who had good knowledge about refractive errors was about 52.3% while those who had good attitudes to refractive errors was 44% and who with good practice of refractive errors was just 17.5% of the
respondents. In conclusion, the knowledge about refractive error was fair, attitude towards refractive error was good but the practices towards refractive error was poor.

The core of proof in criminal trials is that the accused must be proved to be the perpetrator of the crime beyond all reasonable doubt. In most cases, this is anchored on the evidence of an eye witness, however in the presence of none what becomes the fate of the victim. It appears that criminals have adopted a sophisticated scheme to commit crimes, it is therefore appropriate for our legal system to adopt a effective mechanism to ensure that crimes are proven and one way of attaining this is the use of Forensic. However the Nigerian legal system has remained redundant,