R. C. Nwokorie, J. N. Ogbulie, C. O. Nweke, C. O. Akujobi, E. O. Imo, I. U. Offor-Emenike, I. N. Awurum & O. E. Nwoko·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
This study investigates Zingiber officinale (ginger) extract as a sustainable corrosion inhibitor and antimicrobial agent for copper in a microbiologically active environment containing Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Copper coupons (2.0 × 2.0 × 0.14 cm) were exposed to microbiologically...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21080
Smoked fish is a widely consumed food product in Port Harcourt Metropolis due to its affordability, nutritional value, and distinctive flavor but is often compromised by microbial contamination. This study evaluating the bacteriological safety of vended smoked fish in Port Harcou...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21078
Kouame Aya Bah Marie-Ange Christelle, Kouassi Kouassi Clément, Kouassi Kra Athanase, Konate Ibrahim & Nanga Yessé Zinzendorf·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
The consumption of non-alcoholic artisanal beverages is increasing rapidly in African cities. This study aimed to investigate the microbiological quality of the artisanal beverages Bissap and Gnamankoudji, produced and sold in the Daloa health district. The results revealed that...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21079
Ebele Linda Okoye, Okpalaji Cindy Chaigoziem, Emmanuel Tobechukwu Ugwuoji & Godwin Victor Chukwusom·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background: Diarrhoea remains a major cause of child mortality in developing countries. This hospital-based study, conducted from November 2022 to October 2023 in Awka, Nigeria, investigated the prevalence of rotavirus and adenovirus among children under five presenting with diar...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21077
Nicolas Ouédraogo, Fatimata Thiombiano, Oumarou OUEDRAOGO, Mireille OUEDRAOGO, Guillaume Sylvestre SANOU, Harouna SORE, Casimire Wendlamita TARAMA, François Tapsoba, Yéri Esther HIEN, Kaba Mariama CHERIF & Aly Savadogo·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
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...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21075
Gogbé Jean-Luc Tiémoko, Nouho Koffi Ouattara, Ouéméla Venance Allais Ban, Bahou Roger Dehe, Cyr-Kevin Yao Kouamé & Allassane Ouattara·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background and Aims: Bacteria play a critical role in trophic chains, particularly by decomposing organic matter into minerals that are required for phytoplankton. They are also actively devoured by zooplankton, allowing carbon to flow through the trophic chain. Several studies h...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21076
Scrub typhus, caused by Orientia tsutsugamushi, is a major cause of acute undifferentiated febrile illness in South India. This study describes the epidemiological, seasonal, and spatial trends of scrub typhus in Kerala from 2012 to 2024 using secondary surveillance data. A total...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21074
Background and Aims: Mastitis, mammary gland inflammation, is one of the most important diseases affecting dairy cattle globally, causing significant losses to farmers. Therefore, preventive techniques, including managemental practices, need to be applied to reduce mastitis. The...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21073
Petroleum hydrocarbons are considered the main energy source and provide raw materials for many industries. There are always environmental problems in places where exploration activities take place, due majorly to spillage. Hydrocarbon contamination poses a significant ecological...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i21072