Journal of Advances in Microbiology

Biochemical Identification and Characterization of the Antibiotic Resistance Profile of Pathogenic Bacteria Isolated from Plant-based Medicines Produced in Côte d'Ivoire

Amadou DIABAGATE, Sabine N’dri VAKOU, Constant Arthur Zébré, Kouamé Barthélemy YAO, Ehoulé Kroa, Kalpy Julien COULIBALY, Bakary COULIBALY & Ibrahim Konate · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

This study aimed to identify and characterize the antibiotic resistance profile of pathogenic germs isolated from plant-based medicines (PBM) produced in Côte d'Ivoire. It was carried out over a period of 15 months: August 2023 to October 2024. One thousand five hundred and eight...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3910

In-vitro Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of the Stem Bark Extract and Fractions of Warbugia. ugadensis, Prunus africana and Albizia gummifera from Mt Kenya and Elgon Regions in Kenya

Shoso Luvembe Holland, Alphonse Wafula Wanyonyi & Henry Mwangi · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Fungal and bacterial infections pose a major global public health challenge due to rising antimicrobial resistance. Over 50% of hospital infections now involve pathogens resistant to multiple drugs, contributing to higher death rates, longer patient illness, and increased/prolong...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3909

Seed Health Techniques for Detection and Management of Alternaria spp. in Sesame

Madhusaisri S., Rupesh Kumar Reddy B., Pradeep M. & Bharathi.D · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is a vital oilseed crop, renowned for its high protein content, superior oil quality, and antioxidant properties, and is extensively cultivated across India and Asia. However, the productivity and quality of sesame are severely affected by Alternaria l...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3907

Molecular Characterization of Multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae-associated Urinary Tract Infections in a Geriatric Population in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

Micah, Onyemaechi Collins, Onyemaechi, Uchechukwu, Nwokah, Easter Godwin & Monsi, Tombari Pius · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family are responsible for most of the urinary tract infection globally with disproportionate levels of burden among vulnerable populations. Aim: This study evaluated the burden and also characterized the species of bacteri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3908

Effect of Cell Wall Neutral Sugars and Uronic Acid Compounds on Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Retting Ability

Bebiné Biedi Didier-olivier, Nkoudou Ze Nardis, Sado Kamdem Sylvain Leroy & Essia Ngang Jean Justin · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aims: Evaluate the effect of cassava cell wall neutral sugars and uronic acids on the ability of cassava to be retted by a traditional starter (sta_96). Place and Duration of Study: Sample: collected from a farm in the Center region in Cameroon. All the analysis were performed at...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3906

Physicochemical and Microbiological Characteristics of Surface and Groundwater Frequently Used by Households in Some Districts of Daloa, Côte d'Ivoire

Zébré Arthur Constant, Attien Yao Paul, Sina Haziz, Yao Amenan Bethsabé, Koffi-Nevry Rose, Connil Nathalie, Konate Ibrahim & Baba-Moussa Lamine · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Water is an essential resource for life and health. Its sanitary quality is an ongoing public health issue. Indeed, water-borne diseases are constantly evolving. In underdeveloped countries, access to drinking water remains a major concern for populations. Due to wate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3903

Bioremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon-contaminated Soil Using Activated Sludge Derived from Vitellaria paradoxa Seed Wastewater

KAYODE-ISOLA, TAYO MODUPE, ADEBISI, OLUSOJI OLUSEGUN & OBUEKWE, IFEYINWA SARAH · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Contamination of soil with petroleum hydrocarbons (HCs) is a serious environmental challenge, posing severe immediate and long-term impacts as many of their constituents are potentially toxic, mutagenic and/or carcinogenic. In this study, activated sludge derived from Vitellaria...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3904

Detection of Carbapenem-resistant Genes Associated with Hospital-acquired Gram-negative Bacterial Pathogens from A Tertiary Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria

Ifeoma Faith Eze, Morenike Olutumbi Adeoye-Isijola, Martins Ajibade Adefisoye & Olufunmiso Olusola Olajuyigbe · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aims: To determine carbapenem-resistant genes associated to hospital-acquired Gram-negative bacteria pathogens from a tertiary hospital in Lagos, Nigeria. Study Design: Prospective cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Lagos State University Teaching Hospital Ikeja,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3905

Molecular Characteristics and spa-Types of Staphylococcus aureus from Food-animals in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja-Nigeria

Martha Echioda-Ogbole, James Agbo Ameh, Samuel Mailafia, Olatunde Hamza Olabode, Edet E. Udo, Bridget Maria Jessica Adah, Chinwe Okoli & Enid Godwin · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aim: This study was undertaken to investigate the molecular characteristics of S. aureus isolates from chickens, sheep and goats in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria. Study Design: The study was designed to be a cross-sectional study. A simple random sampling method wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2902

Detection of Beta-lactamase Genes in Uropathogens of Diabetic and Non-diabetic Subjects in Eleme General Hospital, Rivers State, Nigeria

HANSON, ASIKIYA HULDAH & AUSTIN OKWELLE · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

One of the leading antimicrobial resistance mechanisms for many uropathogens among diabetic subjects is Extended–Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) enzyme production which has become a public health concern. The aim of the study is to investigate the presence of Beta-Lactamase genes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2900