Four vitamins were analyzed in several fruit and vegetable commodities to evaluate the differences between fresh and frozen produce. Ascorbic acid, riboflavin, α-tocopherol, and β-carotene were evaluated in corn, carrots, broccoli, spinach, peas, green beans, strawberries, and blueberries. Samples of each commodity were harvested, processed, and analyzed for nutrient content at three storage ti...

Barley broth (Talbinah) is prepared by combining barley syrup, milk, and honey. The Prophet Mohammad (PBUH) recommended Talbinah for sadness heart relief in sorrows. has a promising nutritional therapeutic impact on human health. It rich source of many nutrients some bioactive moieties. Regular consumption imparts maintaining better gut acts as anti-depressive, anti-diabetic, anti-oxidant, anti...

One-sided auctions are used for trading perishable agricultural commodities because their production cost is already "sunk." Moreover, the promptness and simplicity of one-sided auctions are beneficial for trading in perishable commodities. However, sellers cannot participate in the price-making process in these auctions. A standard double auction market collects bids from both sides of traders...

Title of Document: A MATHEMATICAL FRAMEWORK FOR OPTIMIZING DISASTER RELIEF LOGISTICS Abbas Mohasel Afshar, 2011 Directed By: Professor Ali Haghani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering In today’s society that disasters seem to be striking all corners of the globe, the importance of emergency management is undeniable. Much human loss and unnecessary destruction of infrastructure can ...

China's health diplomacy has received international attention, especially during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. This study centers on question, why did China dispatch needed medical aid across world COVID-19 pandemic? How effectively transformed its “pandemic diplomacy” into soft power? Beijing taken advantage of this pandemic to exhibit power, win narrative battles, or shape outcomes thr...