Pigments produced by microorganisms are in high demand due to their safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable characteristics in both industrial and pharmaceutical fields. Using bacteria for pigment production offers several advantages, such as a short life cycle and ease of genetic mod...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4214
Aims: To set up a prudent and standard protocol to frame in vitro recovery of Eclipta alba, a therapeutically significant plant, from nodal district by shoot culture initiation. Study Design: Our examination was designed arbitrarily and treatment had threefold samples of 30 expl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4213
Aims: This review aims to compile and analyze the literature on Stachys byzantina, focusing on its nutritional value, culinary applications, and potential for sustainable agriculture. Study Design: Systematic literature review. Place and Duration of Study: This review encompasses...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3212
Rhododendron inaequale Hutch., an endemic plant with high economic potential and susceptibility, requires urgent conservation measures. This study aimed to develop an optimized in vitro propagation protocol for this species. In vitro seed germination was conducted using Anderson...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3211
Aim: This study investigated the effects of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (EDTA) and some chlorides of divalent metals on the initial velocity of crude peroxidase from watermelon rind Study design: In vitro enzyme assay. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemistry,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3210
This study researched the phytochemical organization of two significant restorative plants - Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi) and Tinospora cordifolia (giloy). Leaf tests of O. sanctum and stem tests of T. cordifolia were gathered, cleaned, dried and ground into powder. Extractions were pe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3209
The bark samples of C. officinalis were collected from The Nilgiris district of Tamil Nadu. The collected samples were processed and extracted using methanol solvent. The extracts showed high yield of secondary metabolites especially alkaloids, phenols, flavonoids, steroids, terp...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3208
Backgroud: Durian (Durio zibethinus Murray), A tropical fruit with high nutritional and commercial value, is widely cultivated in Southeast Asia. Unfortunately, growing durian is fraught with difficulties. Propagation is the traditional method for conserving plants. This method d...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i3207
Aim: The study was aimed at assessing airborne bacteria and extended spectrum β-lactamase producing Enterobacteriaceae isolated from the motor parks in Benin City. Methodology: Airborne bacteria samples were collected in the motor parks (Central, Ugbowo, Agip, 19th Street, and Ek...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i2206
To tackle protein malnutrition, the valorization of sesame cake has been initiated. A by-product of sesame oil extraction, it is commonly used as livestock feed. However, it could be used to enrich staple foods and improve their nutritional value, particularly in rural areas wher...
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Research Article10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i2205