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A Comparative Analysis of Aspartame Concentrations in Influencing Axonal Growth Utilizing Ordinary Differential Equations as a Model of Differentiation-Based Growth
No full textThere have been growing concerns among the scientific community and the general public about the potential neurological effects of artificial sweeteners. There are many types of artificial sweeteners and many of them have been studied extensively on their neurological and physical effects on the consumer. However, more research is still needed to determine the impact of the artificial sweetener, aspartame. Aspartame is an artificial sweetener 200 times sweeter than granular sugar with a fraction of the calories. This study aims to address these concerns by investigating the impact of aspartame on axonal growth using mathematical models based on ordinary differential equations (ODEs). Axons are crucial for establishing neural connectivity and facilitating communication between neurons, making them essential for healthy brain function. This study incorporated experimental data into mathematical models to simulate axonal growth patterns and assess the neurotoxic potential of aspartame at concentrations of 100 mg/L, 200 mg/L, and 300 mg/L. It was hypothesized that axonal growth rate would not be significantly effected by aspartame concentrations up to 200mg/L. Results indicated that these concentrations did not significantly affect axonal growth rates. However, the need for further research with higher aspartame concentrations and more sophisticated modeling techniques was highlighted to fully understand its effects on neural development. By focusing on these aspects, the study aimed to bridge gaps in existing knowledge and provide a rigorous, data-driven evaluation of aspartame\u27s neurological impact. The findings contributed to a better understanding of aspartame\u27s potential neurodevelopmental risks, with implications for public health recommendations and regulatory decisions
The Effect of pH on the Hatching Success Rate of Plutella xylostella Eggs
No full textDespite farm pests being a widely researched topic and prominent issue, there is lacking research on ways to prevent extremely resistant pests from destroying farms. The purpose of this study was to determine if the hatching rates of Plutella xylostella eggs were affected by an environmental change in pH. It was hypothesized that when subjected to acidic or alkaline pH levels, compared to neutral levels, the hatching success rate of Plutella xylostella eggs will decrease due to unfavorable hatching conditions. In order to conduct this experiment, the eggs were placed into empty petri dishes and sprayed with their respective solutions. They were then left to incubate for 7 days, and the number of eggs hatched was counted and recorded. The results of a one-way ANOVA test with an alpha value of 0.05 suggests that there were significant differences between the hatching rates of the control group and both experimental groups, f=21.41, p\u3c0.05. Thus, it was concluded that there is sufficient evidence to suggest that there is a difference in the hatching success rates of the Plutella xylostella eggs
The Effect of Multiple Mixtures of Zinc and Glutamine on the Behavior and Lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans
No full textFinding a way to control autoimmune diseases has been a stumbling block for decades in the world. To gain a better idea of a possibility of help in the treatment of these, an experiment using C. elegans and mixtures of zinc and glutamine were used to see if there was a change in the lifespan and behavior of the organisms. The mixtures of these substances were chosen partially because anyone can get them over the counter at retail stores that sell powders, pills, or tablets of them. A powder of the both substances were acquired and then mixed into their respective concentrations. Then with a enucleation loop they were spread all over the cultures of the C. elegans. It was hypothesized that the mixture of 66.5% glutamine and 33.5% zinc will have the longest lifespan and most responsive behavior, due to the effects of glutamine having less downside and side effects compared to zinc. The results did not support the hypothesis fully due to some habitats supporting and some not. The data found was significant due to a one way anova test. With a p-value of 0.0230012 it was lower than the significance level of 0.05. With this being recorded the results can be applied to procedures with autoimmune diseases. Though with caution due to the difference in scales of anatomy complexity
Phone Case Material and Bacteria
No full textPhones are often carried everywhere with their users, therefore they pick up an extensive amount of bacteria, but does the material of the phone case have any significance on the quantity and type of bacteria that is acquired and carried on the phone? Studies from the University of Arizona found that phones carry 10 times more bacteria than toilet seats (Abrams, 2017) making this an important topic of discussion for both the sanitation of the phone and the health of the user. This study includes the data collection of bacteria and pathogens located on phones through the incorporation of three different material phone cases: Polycarbonate (PC), Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU), and Silicon, as well as a phone without a case, which will be the control group. These three materials were selected through the analysis of the most popular and supplied case materials. The test variables, consisting of the different material cases, will be utilized for a week by participants on their personal cell phones before analysis of the data takes place in order for the cases to get enough exposure to their surroundings. The importance of this study would be to increase awareness for not only high schoolers, but other demographics, about the importance of sanitizing phones/phone cases