Articles tagged with Urea
A team of researchers has identified the urea cycle in diatoms as a key player in recycling inorganic carbon and nitrogen, enabling them to quickly recover from nutrient withdrawal and respond to changes in their environment. The discovery sheds new light on the evolutionary relationships between diatoms, plants, and animals.
Researchers discovered that natural plant compounds known as tannins can reduce both nitrogen cow excretion and microbial enzyme activity in manure, resulting in a significant decrease in ammonia emissions. The study found that dietary tannin cut ammonia emissions from cows' manure by an average of 30%.
Researchers find that marine diatoms have a functional urea cycle, allowing them to recycle carbon and nitrogen from their environment. This discovery reveals a surprising evolutionary link between diatoms and animals.
A new study by Oregon State University and USDA-Agricultural Research Service found that a combination of urea and CuEDTA with phosphonate-containing fungicides can reduce disease severity caused by Phytophthora syringae in pear trees. This treatment does not negatively impact tree nitrogen content or early defoliation.
A custom-fit mouth tray with carbamide peroxide can combat plaque accumulation, cavities, and periodontal disease in vulnerable populations. Regular tooth whitening can also lead to improved gingival health.
A team of researchers found that high levels of urea produce toxic molecules in fat cells, leading to insulin resistance and characteristics of end-stage kidney disease. Blocking the effects of high urea levels may improve quality of life and lifespan for individuals with chronic kidney failure.
The Government of Bangladesh plans to expand the use of urea deep placement (UDP) technology on 1 million hectares of rice land, expected to boost dry season rice production by 548,000 tons. This technology cuts nitrogen losses significantly, allowing farmers to increase yields by 25% while using less than 50% as much urea as before.
Researchers found that prompt diagnosis and rapid drug therapy improve survival rates of people with urea cycle disorders. The study revealed overall survival rates of 73% for newborns and 98% for older patients who received the therapy.
High-dose sodium phenylacetate and sodium benzoate treatment has saved an estimated 80 percent of patients with urea cycle disorders, mostly children. The treatment uses the body's natural chemicals to eliminate nitrogen, reducing toxic effects.
A study published in the European Journal of Clinical Investigation found an association between nitrate levels in groundwater and the incidence of SIDS. The researchers analyzed over 600 cases and discovered that deaths occurred more frequently during periods of high nitrate concentrations, particularly in areas with rapidly increasin...
Research suggests that urea from urban and agricultural runoff may trigger or sustain harmful algal blooms found off California's coast. The study found that a specific type of algae, Lingulodinium polyedrum, prefers urea over other nutrients.