Post-harvest anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum musae is a major constraint to the storability, marketability and profitability of banana. The present investigation assessed the effectiveness of selected post-harvest treatments in controlling anthracnose, extending shelf life a...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i51110
Bloodstream infections are serious, often life-threatening conditions caused by bacteria in the blood, leading to sepsis, organ failure, and high mortality worldwide, especially in children and developing countries. Their treatment is increasingly complicated by antimicrobial res...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i51111
The subungual environment beneath acrylic nails provides favorable conditions for microbial growth and contamination; consequently, inadequate hand and nail hygiene may pose significant health risks. This study aimed to assess the microorganisms present beneath acrylic nails. The...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i51109
M. H. Khan, Uttam Kumar Sahu, Brijesh Kumar, Neeraj Srivastava, Pratyanshu Srivastava, Aadhithya Muthuswamy Jayaprakash & Renu Sharma·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Sexed semen technology has emerged as an important reproductive tool for improving genetic progress and herd structure in dairy production systems. Field performance of sexed semen artificial insemination was evaluated in cattle (n = 840) and buffalo (n = 319) under smallholder d...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i51108
Shivam Pandey, Gajender Singh, Rakesh Kumar, Ravikant Verma, Tejpal Dahiya, Priya Singh & Shrishti Sharma·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Aeromonas hydrophila is a major bacterial pathogen that causes significant economic losses in freshwater aquaculture, highlighting the need for alternatives to conventional antibiotics. This study evaluated the antibacterial activity of neem (Azadirachta indica), tulsi (Ocimum sa...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i51107
S. Chinna Rajesh, S. K. Girisha, T. Suresh, S. B. Dheeraj, S. K. Ajay, Chandrakant Lingadhal, Ravindragouda Patil, M. Ganapati Naik & M. N. Venugopal·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Marine seaweeds are known to host diverse microbial communities, including endophytic fungi that are important sources of bioactive secondary metabolites with significant pharmacological potential. The present study investigated the antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of an...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i41106
S. Sushmitha, G. Sahana, B. Pallavi, G. Mallikarjuna, E. Bhuvaneswari, N. Chandrakanth, S. M. Moorthy & P. Deepa·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
The midgut is a crucial organ for the digestion and absorption of nutrients in silkworms. It also serves as a barrier to the entry of various diseases. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the midgut proteins expressed after the inoculation of bacteria, specific...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i41105
Nihar Ranjan Nayak, Ghanashyam Behera, Dinesh Barik, Rajashree Jena, Nilambar Dharua & Subrat Kumar Panigrahi·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background: The rapid emergence of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria has become a serious global health concern. This has increased the need to explore alternative antimicrobial agents, particularly from medicinal plants known for their rich phytochemical composition. Methods: I...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i41104
Background and Aims: Maternal sepsis remains a significant cause of maternal and fetal morbidity and mortality, particularly in developing countries. This prospective hospital-based study aimed to evaluate the incidence, etiology, and trimester-specific fetal outcomes associated...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i41101
Mahendra Kumar Jeengar, Gyan Prakash Meghwal, Kamlesh Kumar Sharma, Dev Dutt Patel & Priyadarshi Meena·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background: Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using plant extracts offers an eco-friendly and cost-effective alternative to conventional methods, utilizing phytochemicals for enhanced biological activity. Martynia annua shows strong potential in this approach due to its ric...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i41102