Publications (10550)
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Effect of Seedlings Conservation Methods on Physiological Recovery and Tuber Yield of Solenostemon rotundifolius [(Poir.) J.K. Morton]
Rodrigue Arnaud Zongo, Aboubacar Sory and Rasmata Nana
Despite its many advantages, Solenostemon rotundifolius remains underutilized. Inadequate seedling conservation impairs their quality and reduces germination and yield. This study evaluates the effect of conservation methods on physiological recovery and tuber yield. A trial was conducted during the 2023/2024 rainy season using a split-plot de(...)
Solenostemon rotundifolius; seedling conservation methods; recovery; tuber yield
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Electron minibands, density of states, and absorption fingerprints in tensile-strained Si/relaxed Si1-xGex quantum-dot superlattices
Diero Lassina , Djielbeogo Soumaïla , Diasso Alain , Kam Ollé Michel , Sam Raguilignaba , Zougmoré François
Intermediate-band solar cells require an intermediate electronic manifold that is both confined and sufficiently dispersive to enable sub-bandgap transitions. Here we study a three-dimensional quantum-dot superlattice based on tensile-strained dots embedded in a relaxed matrix, selected to provide electron confinement through the conduction(...)
Absorption, minibands, density of states, quantum dot, superlattice,
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Optimisation du diagnostic de l'estomac plein chez les militaires blessés en opération : importance de l'échographie gastrique dans le contexte d’urgence
FARID P BELEM 1,2, AIMÉ JC KABORÉ2, SERGE RW ILBOUDO1, ARNAUD BONKOUNGOU1, YOUSSOUF BAGAYOGO1, YVES GS SANOU1, AZIZ RY NACANABO1, FLAVIEN RA KABORÉ2
Introduction : L’inhalation bronchique péri-anesthésique du
contenu gastrique expose les patients à des tableaux cliniques
sévères pouvant aller jusqu’au syndrome de détresse respira
toire aigu. Au Burkina Faso, les militaires blessés en opération
sont évacués des champs de bataille vers l’hôpital militaire en
urgence. Dans ce context(...)
militaires blessés, urgence, estomac plein, échog raphie gastrique
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Contributing to Speech-to-Speech Translation for African Low-Resource Languages : Study of French-Mooré Pair
Fayçal S. A. Ouedraogo, Maimouna Ouattara, Rodrique Kafando, Abdoul Kader Kaboré, Aminata Sabané, Tegawendé F. Bissyandé
Most of African low-resource languages are primarily spoken rather than written and lack large, standardized textual resources. In many communities, low literacy rates and limited access to formal education mean that text-based translation technologies alone are insufficient for effective communication. As a result, speech-to-speech translatio(...)
Translation (biology), Languages of Africa, Natural language, Context (archaeology)
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Optimization of Antigen Concentrations to Improve the Signal to Noise Ratio of ELISA Tests for the Detection of Anti Plasmodium falciparum Antibodies
Nicolas OUEDRAOGO, Fatimata THIOMBIANO, Oumarou OUEDRAOGO, Mireille OUEDRAOGO, Guillaume Sylvestre SANOU, Harouna SORE, Casimire Wendlamita TARAMA, François TAPSOBA, Yéri Esther HIEN, Kaba Mariama CHERIF and Aly SAVADOGO
Malaria, caused by the parasite Plasmodium falciparum, remains a major public health priority in tropical regions. The Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) for detecting anti-Plasmodium antibodies is an essential diagnostic tool. However, its sensitivity and specificity are closely dependent on the concentration of antigens used.
This st(...)
Titration; antigens; ELISA; Plasmodium falciparum; optimization; antigen concentration
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Neural Machine Translation for French–Mooré: Adapting Large Language Models to Low-Resource Languages
Walker Stanislas Rocksane COMPAORE, Maimouna Ouattara, Rodrique Kafando, Tegawendé F. Bissyandé, Abdoul Kader Kaboré, Aminata Sabané
This work focuses on neural machine translation between French and Mooré, leveraging the capabilities of Large Language Models (LLMs) in a low-resource language context. Mooré is a local language widely spoken in Burkina Faso but remains underrepresented in digital resources. Alongside Mooré, French, now a working language, remains widely used(...)
Machine translation, Natural language, Translation (biology), Feature (linguistics), Artificial neural network
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Monitoring of Drought Adaptive Mechanisms of Some Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) Genotypes Grown Under Water Deficit Conditions in Burkina Faso
Yannick Bassolé · Teyioué Benoit Joseph Batieno · Hugues Roméo Bazié · Ossame Bagagnan · Abraham Sotongo Ouedraogo· Boblwendé Gildas Flavien Sawadogo · Kiswendsida Issaka Sam · Saadon Leandre Poda
Cowpea is an essential crop in Burkina Faso’s agriculture, but its production must cope with the consequences of climate change, particularly drought, which significantly reduces yields. The mechanisms of adaptation to drought vary between species and varieties and need to be understood to develop more drought-tolerant varieties. Seven cowpea(...)
Cowpea · Genotypes · Drought · Stomatal conductance · Leaf water potential · Roots longer · Productivity
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Functional, physicochemical, and microbiological properties of Djir, a traditional fermented pearl millet flour from Chad
Moussa Idriss Mahamat, Edwige Rosine Somé/Tiodjio, Kagambèga Boureima, Cissé Hama, Mahamat Bechir, Abdelsalam Tidjani, Donatien Kaboré and Aly Savadogo
Ce travail de recherche a permis de caractériser pour la première fois les propriétés fonctionnelles, physico-chimiques et microbiologiques du Djir, une farine fermentée traditionnelle à base de mil perlé (Pennisetum glaucum) largement consommée au Tchad. Quatre-vingt-dix échantillons ont été collectés dans trois villes tchadiennes (Abéché, Gu(...)
Djir, mil perlé, fermentation artisanale de farine, sécurité sanitaire des aliments, propriétés fonctionnelles, Tchad.
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A Novel Reference Model for Intelligent and Comfortable Longitudinal Vehicle Control: Theory, Optimization, and Validation
Flavien H. Somda, Désiré Guel, Kisito K. Kaboré, Antoine Schorgen
This paper introduces a novel reference model for intelligent longitudinal vehicle control, designed to enhance both safety and passenger comfort. The proposed model dynamically adjusts the follower vehicle’s acceleration based on its penetration distance relative to the lead vehicle, ensuring smooth speed transitions and adaptive deceleration(...)
Longitudinal Vehicle Control, Nonlinear Control Model, Adaptive Deceleration, Safety Distance Optimization, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
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Analysis of Water Mass Flow Rate Influence on a Crystalline Silicon Cell Temperature and Electronic Parameters under Concentrated Light
Mahamadi Savadogoa, Boubacar Soro, Mamoudou Saria, Abdoulaye Sawadogo, Abdul-Aziz Zongo, Issa Zerbo, Martial Zoungrana
This study aims to analyze the effect of water mass flow rate on a Si-solar cell temperature and electronic parameters through two models. From the thermal model, the thermal equation is determined and solved to obtain the cell temperature versus light concentration and for different mass flow rates(...)
Water mass flow rate; temperature; light concentration; electronic parameters; carrier density; cooling effect.
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A pill to control the uterus: misoprostol and reproductive politics in Burkina Faso and Senegal
Siri Suh, Tidiane Ndoye and Nathalie Sawadogo
African women’s uteri have long been objects of biomedical and technolo-
gical control, from the promotion and discouragement of births by colonial
authorities and development experts, to the neoliberal and feminist achieve-
ments of reproductive autonomy through consuming pharmaceutical pro-
ducts. We explore misoprostol – a medication fo(...)
Abortion; Burkina Faso; ethnography; maternal mortality; misoprostol; Senegal
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From Forest to Market: Ethnobotanical and Economic Value of Diospyros mespiliformis in Burkina Faso.
Korotimi Ouédraogo, Kangbéni Dimobe, Sata Diawara, Adjima Thiombiano
Diospyros mespiliformis is a culturally and economically significant wild tree species in Burkina Faso, yet its trade and local value remain poorly documented. This study explores traditional knowledge and assesses the economic contribution of its fruit across fifteen villages and four urban markets. Ethnobotanical surveys with 514 participant(...)
Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) Ethnobotany Wild fruit trade Traditional knowledge Sustainable use
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Influence of anthropization on floristic diversity and carbon stocks in a Sudano-Sahelian vegetation landscape
Guiatin, E., Zoungrana, A., Bazié, H.R. et Lompo D.J.P
Mosaic landscapes integrating protected areas and agroecosystems with variable exploitation intensities constitute critical ecosystems for biodiversity conservation and ecosystem service provision. This study evaluated how anthropogenic pressure gradients influence plant community structure, diversity, and carbon sequestration in the Sudano-Sa(...)
Anthropization gradient, Agroforestry, Landscape, Biodiversity conservation, Plant community composition, Aboveground carbon, Burkina Faso
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Impact of Chemical Exposure on the Quality of DNA Extracted from Teeth: A Potential Application for Forensic Study in Burkina Faso
Noufou Salou, Pegdwendé Abel Sorgho, Tokeda Abdoul Moctar Zeba, Albert Théophane Yonli1, Mousso Sawadogo, Missa Millogo, David Zongo, Lassina Traore, Tampoubila Edwige Yelemkoure, Florencia Wendkuuni Djigma, Jacques Simpore
Introduction: Forensic investigations involving the discovery of a corpse or human remains aim to identify the individual involved. Sometimes, the body is subjected to chemical solutions with the intention of disintegrating or completely altering it. This further complicates identification. Nevertheless, it is possible to recover sufficient DN(...)
Tooth, DNA, ACTB, mtDNA, PCR
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease awareness in the adult African population: A RACE Africa study
Abdoul Risgou Ouédraogo, Adewale Ogundare, Eyob Kebede Etissa, Abiodun G. Tekobo, Jean Pierre Sibomana, Collins Ordu, Ghislain BOUGMA, Bertrand Hugo Mbatchou-Ngahane Amsalu Bekele, Obianuju B. Ozoh
Introduction: The burden of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is increasing in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Low awareness contributes to under diagnosis, delayed presentation for care, and poor outcomes.
Aim: To evaluate COPD awareness and knowledge of its symptoms and risk factors among adults in the seven African cities participatin(...)
COPD, Awareness, Risk factors, Africa, Community survey