This study queries the notion of slum as an anathema to the growth and prosperity of cities in sub-Saharan Africa.Slum tourism is discussed as an emerging intervention to address the challenge of slums in the global south.Using ethnographic account and personal reflection of 5 slum settlements and key institutions in Lusaka, a novel approach Fruit
WTP and WTA in competitive and non-competitive environments
Theoretical equivalence exists among various auction mechanisms, specifically the Second-Price-Auction (SPA), a competitive environment, and the BDM mechanism, a non-competitive environment.Yet, empirical studies suggest that behavior in these mechanisms may diverge.Our experimental study examines the WTP and the WTA of individuals by analyzing buy
Neonatal atrial flutter: Three cases and review of the literature
Atrial flutter (AFl) is known to be a seldom type of fetal and neonatal arrhythmia.Although it could end in severe morbidities such as hydrops fetalis or even death, with early prenatal diagnosis and prompt therapeutic approaches the majority of AFl cases show good prognosis.Neonatal AFl might be resistant to first HSI Ignitor step therapies.Theref
Urban blow flies (Diptera: Calliphoridae) in four cities of the Colombian Caribbean coast
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the species composition of the family Calliphoridae from samples collected in four different cities in the Colombian Caribbean coast.Van Someren-Rydon traps were used baited with human faeces, Girls Pants rotten fish and fermented fruit were used.Six traps were placed in each city (two traps per type of bai
Potential of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS) for Efficient Classification Based on Postharvest Storage Time, Cultivar and Maturity in Coconut Water
Coconut water (CW) is a popular and healthful beverage, and ensuring its quality is crucial for consumer satisfaction.This study aimed to explore the potential of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) and Fireplace Insert chemometric methods for analyzing CW quality and distinguishing samples based on postharvest storage time, cultivar, and maturity.CW