Aim: Fermentation subject microbial cells to stress, such as, acid stress which can lead to inactivation of cells and consequently death. Microbial cells have developed mechanisms of adapting to these stress conditions. In this study therefore, the physiological and proteomic res...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2798
Aims: To increase conidia production of local Metarhizium spp—strains by selecting the low-cost media to test obtained bioformulation against the sucking pests and fungal plant pathogens. Study Design: The phytophages like black bean aphid (Aphis fabae), a scale insect (Aspidiot...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2799
Anju Kuriakose, Arathy Krishna, Gopika Raj R G, Sruthi P, Divya Das, Anila Gopal, Innu S, Roopa Mathews & Harish Kumar K S·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2024
Aim: The aim of present study is to examine the influence of urine on zone of inhibition and Minimum inhibitory concentration by antimicrobial gradient strips of Co-trimoxazole, Fosfomycin, Norfloxacin and Nitrofurantoin against urinary E. coli. Study Design: Cross- sectional stu...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2797
After harvesting, cowpea leaves have high moisture content which exposes them to microbial growth. Drying is used to reduce the moisture and extend the shelf life. However, dried foods are susceptible to spoilage resulting from many microbial, biological, chemicals and physical r...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2796
Introduction: Indigenous soil bacteria have the potential to degrade the harmful chlorpyrifos insecticide, this identifies the importance of biodegradation as an eco-friendly method for chemical pollutant cleanup. Aims: To compare the potential of Bacillus cereus ST06 and Chryse...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2795
Microbial diseases pose significant challenges in experimental research, impacting both animal welfare and research outcomes. The review covers a wide range of microbial pathogens, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites, that commonly affect laboratory animals. It expl...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2794
Objective: Contamination of milk with Escherichia coli (E. coli) can pose significant public health and economic concerns. The current study was conducted to explore the prevalence and antibiotic resistance profiles of Shiga-toxin-producing Escherichia coli in milk samples of dai...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2792
Uzoamaka Charity Maduakor, Clara Idara Eleazar, Chidi George Mba, Chiamaka Cynthia Obodochukwu, Chioma Lily Eberechukwu & Cornelius Osinachi Ogu·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2024
Background: A potential threat to public health is the rapidly spreading enterobacteriaceae, especially Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae which produce metallo-beta-lactamases (MBL). This study evaluated the prevalence of metallo-beta-lactamase (MBL) from clinical and no...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2791
Aims: Ligurian pesto is one of the most popular condiments for pasta. For microbiological purposes, refrigerated pesto sauce is a great matter for concern, as it can be contaminated by microorganisms originating from both raw materials and manufacturing processes. Listeria monocy...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i2790
Microbial fermentation; a natural process dating back over 7000 years BC, plays a pivotal role in beverage production. While Saccharomyces cerevisiae dominates the industry, recent research emphasizes the importance of co-culture with non-Saccharomyces yeasts for enhanced flavor...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i1789