Background Ants are one of the most ubiquitous, widespread and abundant groups of
animals on Earth. They are eusocial and are well noted for their important ecosystem …

The present book contains material related to the theme of the economic development of
indigenous people, these minority populations that often remain on the outskirts of society …

Geopolymer composites are “green” alternative to the traditional cementitious materials.
They have good compressive strength, durability and other properties such as highly …

As developing economies continue to grow, the world's demand for energy which currently
stands at 84MB (million barrels oil) per day is projected to rise to 116 MB per day by the year …

Sugar palm production depends heavily on pollinator insects, including some insects related
to A. pinnata. This study aimed to identify pollinating insect species, distribution, and …

Resumen VILCA-VIVAS, Julio D.; GONZALES-GUZMAN, Wilfredo y VILCA-PIZARRO, Joel
L.. Damage and ethology of Cryptarcha sp. in the cactus Opuntia ficus-indica (L.) Mill …

Synanthropic insects as mechanical and biological vectors of enteric pathogens have been
well described. Most insects associated with palm wine from Raphia hookeri (raffia palm) …

Raphia palm wine occupies a very important position in the traditional activities of Owerri
senatorial district and the Igbo ethnic group in Nigeria generally. A lot of benefits have been …

This study particularly focuses on the palm industry of Nigeria that in a sense acts as the
major manufacturing niche. Palm trees of different species–such as the Raffia (Raphia …