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Phytochemistry and in vitro Anti-sickling activity of Senna Occidentalis L. (Fabaceae)

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Sickle cell disease is an inherited genetic disorder characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin, leading to the deformation of red blood cells and serious complications.
Damien K. Ndjoko, Clement LIYONGO, Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Dorothée D. Tshilanda, Benjamin Z. Gbolo, Damien S. T. Tshibangu, Hity Schie N. Mutambel, Jean L-N. Luamba, Pius T. Mpiana   +8 more
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The role of community‐level institutions in smallholder land restoration

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract This review focuses on the role of community‐level institutions in the adoption of land restoration practices by smallholder farmers. Based on a systematic review of 72 peer‐reviewed articles from 33 low‐ and middle‐income countries, the review synthesizes recent empirical evidence on the various roles these institutions play in supporting ...
Daniel Wiegant, Soumya Balasubramanya
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Ethnobotanical survey on plants reputed as aphrodisiacs in Lubumbashi and its surroundings

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Despite the scarcity of studies on plant-based aphrodisiacs in this region, this research aims to address the gap by documenting local knowledge.
Justin KANDA KABEYA, Eddy ILUNGA MBUYU, Lambert MALANGU MUAMBA, François OTETE DIKALA, Daniel EBALANTSHIM MUNAKONGO, James MWINENSENGE MALOBA , Serge KALONJI MBUYI , Marsi KITAMBALA MBAYO , Albert BUJITU KANANGILA, Emery MUTOMBO KALONDA , Jean-Baptiste SIMBI LUMBU   +10 more
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Building capacity in vector‐borne plant virus research: The CONNECTED Network

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Plant viruses spread by insects decimate crop yields globally, causing food security challenges in vulnerable areas, including regions of Africa. Interdisciplinary research is needed to protect future crop supplies. CONNECTED, the Community Network for African Vector‐Borne Plant Viruses, increased research capacity in Central, East, West and Southern ...
Nina F. Ockendon‐Powell, Diane L. Hird, Alice Beck, Heather Child, Helen Thomas‐Hughes, Neil Boonham, Gary D. Foster, Bruce Cronin, Andy M. Bailey   +8 more
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Exploratory study of posterior lumbar disc herniation using low-field magnetic resonance imaging in hospital settings in Kinshasa: Case of the Diamant Medical Center

Orapuh Journal
Introduction The limited availability of advanced medical technologies, combined with the rising prevalence of degenerative disc disease, presents a significant challenge in sub-Saharan Africa.
Djo Mbo-M. IYOTO, Frederick Tshienda Tshibasu, Stéphane Tongo Yanda, Patrick Landu Kinkunda, Lys Makwanza, Guillain Nsiku Nsonde, Gorbie Ndaie, Oscar Zimbuila Nseka, joseph Kiese Kombo, Jean Tshibola Mukaya   +9 more
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Democratic Republic of Congo inter-Congolese dialogue ; draft constitution of the transition [PDF]

, 2008
Document collected by the University of Texas Libraries from the web-site of the Reseau Documentaire International Sur La Region Des Grands Lacs Africains (International Documentation Network on the Great African Lakes Region).
GOUVERNEMENT DE LA REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO (RDC) GOVERNMENT OF THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO (DRC)
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Capsicum chinense as an African traditional vegetable: Culture, resilience, and opportunity

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Capsicum chinense is central to everyday diets, cultural identity, and smallholder livelihoods across Sub‐Saharan Africa, yet remains overlooked in agricultural research and policy. This paper reframes C. chinense as a traditional, climate‐resilient vegetable shaped by centuries of farmer stewardship and cultural selection.
Derek W. Barchenger, Herbaud P. F. Zohoungbogobo   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source

Periodontal status of hypertensive patients in hospital settings in Kinshasa

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Periodontal disease may contribute to the development or aggravation of high blood pressure (HBP). Conversely, hypertension increases susceptibility to periodontal deterioration.
Vanessa Nswele, Emilie Nguma, Patrick Disidi , Louisette Makumba , Jean - Marie Maboko, Graick-Junior Musankishayi, Evelyne Mpembele, Jean-Claude Manzala, Guyguy Mayunga, Em Kalala, Jacques Bolenge   +10 more
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Integrating habitat suitability, socioeconomics, and infrastructure to assess global biological invasion risk under climate change: A case study of the rice stem borer, Chilo suppressalis

Pest Management Science, EarlyView.
We developed an invasion risk index framework that integrates socioeconomic and environmental data using an entropy‐weighting method. The case study highlights the need for region‐specific biosecurity measures for Chilo suppressalis. Abstract BACKGROUND Biological invasion risk is a multifaceted concept that, according to the Food and Agriculture ...
Jinsol Hong, Minyoung Lee, Yongeun Kim, Yun‐Sik Lee, June Wee, Jaejun Song, Taewoo Kim, Jung‐Joon Park, Florian Kraxner, Woo‐Kyun Lee, Youngil Song, Kijong Cho   +11 more
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Epidemiological-Clinical Profile and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Endometriosis in Kinshasa (2022–2023)

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Endometriosis is a chronic, often underdiagnosed gynaecological condition affecting women of reproductive age, with a growing impact on quality of life and fertility worldwide.
Félix Dibazola Mbambi, Cynthia Minouche Bukumba, Stéphane Yanda Tongo, Nodi Botshele Letumu, Frederick Tshibasu Tshienda, Tacite Kpanya Mazoba, Doudou Batumbo Boloweti, Richard Ekila Ifinji, Pierre Lwamba Simanyama, Antoine Molua Aundu, Jean Tshibola Mukaya, Gertrude Luyeye Mvila   +11 more
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