BSc Food Science & Human Nutrition Programme Overview
This BSc Food Science & Human Nutrition programme at Maynooth University offers a comprehensive understanding of nutrition, biology, and chemistry as applied to food. With a focus on ingredients, production, products, and nutrition, students explore various aspects of food science including food saf
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Enhancing Multisectoral Nutrition Coordination in Zambia
The Multisectoral Nutrition Information System (MNIS) presented at a LeNNS meeting in Lusaka highlights the importance of a multisectoral approach to address nutrition challenges in Zambia. The coordination structures, evidence, and recommendations emphasize the need for collaborative efforts, adequ
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Community Health Workers' Contribution to Improved Nutrition in India
Community Health Workers play a vital role in enhancing nutrition outcomes in India by delivering high-impact practices, policies, and services at the community level. They help strengthen the foundation of nutrition programs, support maternal and child health, and promote healthy behaviors. By iden
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Alina Michalska - Nutrition Specialist with UNICEF ESARO
Alina Michalska is a Nutrition Specialist with UNICEF Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO) based in Nairobi. She has a strong background in nutrition information systems and has worked on various projects to improve nutrition outcomes in different regions. With a Master's degree from
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Understanding Nutritional Biochemistry: A Comprehensive Overview of Nutrition and Public Health
Nutrition, as defined by Robinson, explores the relationship between food and the human body's functioning. This course delves into key topics such as nutrition in pregnancy, childhood, and the elderly, as well as nutrition-related diseases. It emphasizes the importance of public health nutrition in
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Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Information System (MNIS) Overview and Implementation Details
The Multi-Sectoral Nutrition Information System (MNIS) is a web-based platform used by the National Food and Nutrition Commission (NFNC) in Zambia to collect essential data for monitoring and decision-making in the nutrition sector. MNIS facilitates the gathering of functional information to support
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Understanding the Rhizosphere: A Historical and Microbial Perspective
The rhizosphere, the region surrounding plant roots, harbors a diverse community of microorganisms influenced by plant roots. Historical background and microbial interactions in the rhizosphere are explored, highlighting the favorable habitat for microbial proliferation and metabolism. Various techn
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Understanding the OECD Nutrition Policy Marker (NPM)
The OECD Nutrition Policy Marker (NPM) is a voluntary tool to identify donor investments with a nutrition objective. It helps mainstream nutrition in large-scale programs to improve outcomes and accountability. The NPM is applied at the project level to track investments and promote transparency in
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Integrated Programming in Education and ECD: Enhancing Nutrition for Child Development
Explore the vital role of nutrition in education and Early Childhood Development (ECD) through integrated programming. Discover how good nutrition impacts children's physical development, health, learning abilities, and cognitive potential, ultimately influencing their educational success. Delve int
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Understanding Microbial Nutrition and Bacterial Physiology
Microbial nutrition involves essential elements required for microbial growth and energy production. Bacterial physiology delves into the structures and functions that enable bacteria to thrive, from cell wall composition to enzyme activities. Major elements like C, O, H, N, S, and P are crucial for
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Understanding Microbial Nutrition and Growth Factors
Microbes require carbon for metabolic activities, with organisms categorized as heterotrophs or autotrophs based on their carbon source. In addition to carbon, macronutrients like nitrogen, phosphorous, sulfur, potassium, and magnesium are crucial for cell function. Growth factors such as amino acid
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Understanding Microbial Genetics and Mutations in Organisms
Explore the world of microbial genetics with Dr. Abhishek Thakur, an Assistant Professor specializing in Microbial Genetics at the College of Fisheries, Kishjanganj, BASU, Patna. Learn about important concepts such as strains, clones, genome, phenotype, genotype, genes, genetic recombination, and mu
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Overview of United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service
The United States Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) works to provide food and nutrition education to those in need while supporting American agriculture. Their mission is to end hunger and improve nutrition in America. The Contracts Management Division (CMD) focuses on custo
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Nutrition Advocacy in Humanitarian Contexts: GNC Advocacy Insights
Explore the strategic framework of Nutrition Cluster Advocacy, focusing on influencing policies for improving nutrition in emergencies. Learn about the Global Nutrition Commitments and key initiatives driving action to address malnutrition. Discover the GNC Advocacy Toolkit designed to support Nutri
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Integrating GBV and Nutrition: Key Linkages and Strategies
Gender-based violence (GBV) and nutrition are interconnected, with GBV being a key driver of malnutrition. Integrating GBV into nutrition programs can improve response quality, mitigate malnutrition risks, and reach vulnerable populations effectively. This integration enhances the safety, accessibil
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Methods for Determination of Microbial Growth
Quantitative determination of microbial growth is crucial for various purposes, with two commonly used methods being the standard plate count and spectrophotometric measurement. The standard plate count method estimates living microbial cell density, while spectrophotometric measurement relies on tu
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Understanding Microbial Ecology: Interactions and Associations in Ecosystems
Interactions of organisms in ecosystems play a crucial role in the functioning of microbial ecology. Dr. Abhishek Thakur explores symbiosis, mutualism, syntrophism, commensalism, predation, and parasitism, shedding light on how different organisms interact with each other and their physical environm
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Synergistic Role of Agriculture, Health, and Education in Nutrition Programs
Agriculture, health, and education play vital roles in nutrition program implementation. They are interconnected as agricultural practices impact health and nutrition outcomes. Agriculture is crucial for providing essential nutrition, while the health of individuals in agriculture affects productivi
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Enhancing Pre-Service Nutrition Education for Nurses and Midwives in Ghana and Malawi
This project led by Alice Nkoroi focused on improving access and quality of nutrition services in Ghana and Malawi by enhancing pre-service nutrition education for frontline workers like nurses and midwives. The approach involved stakeholder consultation, defining core nutrition competencies, and co
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Mechanisms of Nutrient Uptake by Microbial Cells
Nutrient uptake by microbial cells involves various transport mechanisms such as passive diffusion, facilitated diffusion, active transport, and group translocation. These mechanisms ensure the specific acquisition of required nutrients by the cell through the selectively permeable plasma membrane.
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Understanding the Normal Microbial Flora of the Human Body
The normal microbial flora, also known as the indigenous microbiota, inhabit various areas of the human body such as the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, genitourinary tract, and skin. They play a crucial role in maintaining health and can re-establish themselves when disturbed. While resi
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Advocacy Strategy Development for Nutrition Cluster in Yemen
Amidst the challenges in Yemen, the Nutrition Cluster advocacy efforts focused on developing a comprehensive strategy to address nutritional needs of the affected population. The process involved partner identification, stakeholder engagement, strategy development, and implementation planning. The a
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Understanding Microbial Nutrition and Essential Elements
Microbial nutrition is crucial for the growth and functioning of microorganisms, requiring various elements in different quantities to construct cellular components and obtain energy. Major elements like carbon, oxygen, hydrogen, nitrogen, sulfur, phosphorus, and others play vital roles in microbial
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Factors Affecting Microbial Growth in Foods
Moisture content and pH levels are key factors influencing the growth and survival of microorganisms in foods. The water activity (aw) of food substrates affects microbial growth, with bacteria and fungi having varying requirements. Lowering aw below optimum levels can increase the lag phase of grow
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Multidimensional Optimality of Microbial Metabolism
Exploring the multidimensional optimality of microbial metabolism through metabolic network analysis, C-based flux analysis, and stoichiometric reaction modeling. The concept of Pareto optimal solutions in multi-objective optimization problems is discussed in the context of microbial metabolic pathw
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Understanding Life Processes and Nutrition in Living Organisms
Life processes such as nutrition, respiration, transportation, and excretion are essential for living organisms to maintain life. This content delves into the various types of nutrition, including autotrophic and heterotrophic nutrition, with a focus on nutrition in plants, animals, and humans. It a
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Innovative Hygienic Solution for Healthcare Facilities: Introducing Medi-ShowerTM
Multi-Shower GB has developed the award-winning Medi-Shower, a unique anti-microbial showering system designed for healthcare facilities. Featuring color-coded Medi-Flush inserts, quarterly maintenance, and continual protection from bacteria, Medi-Shower provides a comprehensive solution to address
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Maternal Nutrition Training: Integrating Assessment, Counselling, and Support
Maternal nutrition training session aims to educate health providers on the importance of maternal nutrition, causes and consequences of malnutrition, and strategies to break the malnutrition cycle. The training covers topics like defining maternal nutrition, understanding its significance throughou
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Integrating Nutrition Assessment and Counselling for Clients with Active Tuberculosis
This training course emphasizes the critical relationship between nutrition and tuberculosis (TB), highlighting how undernutrition impacts TB infection and the implications of TB-HIV co-infections on nutritional status. Participants will learn about managing nutrition for individuals with active TB,
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Effects of Spicy Foods on Pathogenic Microbial Growth: A Study on Rosemary and Clove
Spicy foods like rosemary and clove have shown potential in inhibiting pathogenic microbial growth, which can help enhance food safety by reducing the need for chemical additives. This study explores the antimicrobial effects of these spices using microbial strains like Pseudomonas Fluorescens and S
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Advancing Microbiological Systems Through Genetic Engineering and Microbial Community Engineering
Exploring the intersection of genetic engineering and microbial community engineering to enhance electron bifurcation systems. Addressing trade-offs between synthetic biology and wildtype organisms, incorporating microbial community engineering in Synbio, and investigating CO2 metabolism in the abse
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Improving Nutrition Goals for Children with CF
Optimizing growth and weight gain is crucial for children with cystic fibrosis (CF) to enhance health outcomes and survival. Behavioral barriers often hinder patients from achieving nutrition goals, but interventions combining nutrition and behavioral strategies have shown effectiveness. This approa
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Sustainable Nutrition Multisectoral Commitments in Nigeria
Presentation at the 52nd Annual General Meeting of the Nutrition Society of Nigeria highlighting the importance of nurturing multisectoral commitments for sustainable nutrition in Nigeria. The Federal Government identified six priority areas of nutrition for investment in the National Multi-Sectoral
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MicrobeDB Database Analysis for Microbial Diversity
In June 2017, data from MicrobeDB.jp was analyzed, revealing microbial diversity in various phyla and families. The study included Wilcoxon P-values and abundances of different microbial genera. The analysis indicated the presence of various bacterial and archaeal species in different environments,
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Microbial Transformations of Nitrogen in Soil: Factors, Forms, and Impact on Plant Nutrition
Understanding the microbial transformations of nitrogen in soil is crucial for optimizing plant nutrition. Factors such as climate, water supply, cultivation, soil texture, and depth influence the nitrogen content in soil. The different forms of soil nitrogen, including inorganic and organic compoun
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Microbial Isolation Techniques and Methods
This content provides a detailed guide on the isolation of microbes from various environments using techniques such as sample introduction, inoculation, incubation, inspection, and identification. It includes information on the use of an incubator, materials, and methods required for microbial isola
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Principles of Food Spoilage: Understanding Microbial and Nonmicrobial Factors
Explore the principles of food spoilage in the context of microbial and nonmicrobial influences. Topics covered include classification of foods based on stability, types of agents causing spoilage, prevention practices, and the criteria for acceptability of food. Learn about microbial growth, enzyme
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Understanding Microbial Growth: Phases and Dynamics
Microbial growth is defined as an increase in cellular constituents leading to a rise in microorganism size or population. The growth of bacterial cells is characterized by distinct phases such as lag phase and exponential phase. During the lag phase, cells are synthesizing new components before div
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Understanding Aquatic Microbial Groups and Their Environments
Explore the diverse world of aquatic microbial groups, their distribution in different water bodies, and their roles in ecosystems. Learn about the factors influencing microbial growth in water, the impact of eutrophication, bioremediation strategies, and the unique microbial communities found in es
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Understanding Anti-Microbial Agents and Their Applications
Anti-microbial agents, including antiseptics, disinfectants, and germicides, play a crucial role in preventing infections and promoting public health. They can inhibit the growth of pathogenic micro-organisms on living tissues, objects, and materials. Sterilization ensures complete destruction of al
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