Ph.D. Dissertation at the University of Samarra Studies the Comparative Impact of Pollution by Chlorpyrifos and Glyphosate on Certain Neurophysiological Variables
A Ph.D. dissertation at the College of Education, University of Samarra, titled “A Comparative Study of the Impact of Pollution by Chlorpyrifos and Glyphosate on Certain Neurophysiological, Pulmonary, and Biochemical Variables in Human Males and Laboratory Rats”, was presented by researcher Mareb Ahmed Shawkat.
The aim of the dissertation was to compare the effects of pollution caused by Chlorpyrifos and Glyphosate on specific neurophysiological, pulmonary, and biochemical variables in human males and laboratory rats. The study measured a range of physiological and biochemical parameters, including Complete Blood Count (CBC) levels and liver function enzyme levels.
The results revealed that exposure to the pesticides Glyphosate and Chlorpyrifos induced oxidative stress in laboratory animals, leading to disruptions in physiological and biochemical variables, which varied between increases and decreases, ultimately causing dysfunction in body systems and organs.
Furthermore, the use of turmeric was found to enhance the activity of certain antioxidants, such as glutathione, while reducing harmful oxidative agents like malondialdehyde and decreasing the activity of the neural enzyme acetylcholinesterase.
It is worth noting that the researcher is a faculty member in the Department of Life Sciences at the College of Education, University of Samarra. The Department of Media and Government Communication extends its heartfelt congratulations to her for advancing in her field, wishing her continued success in her academic journey.
