Oluchukwu Roseline Nweke, Christian Okechukwu Nweke, Christian Chibuzor Opurum, Obioma Kelechi Mejeha, Chinonso Judith Pius & Chidimma Precious Onyeka·Biotechnology Journal International·2026
Aim: The study aims to assess the inhibitory effects of ethanol-N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) and ethanol-dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) binary mixtures on Kluyveromyces marxianus cell-free β-galactosidase activity. Study design: A cell-free enzyme assay integrating concentration-respon...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i4888
Global agriculture is being squeezed from several directions at once: population growth continues, climate variability is accelerating, arable land per capita is shrinking, and micronutrient malnutrition persists alongside outright hunger in many regions. Conventional breeding an...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3885
Introduction: Artemisinin is a sesquiterpene lactone with an endoperoxide bridge isolated from Artemisia annua L. It is effective against chloroquine-sensitive and chloroquine-resistant Plasmodium falciparum malaria parasites and is used in the treatment of drug-resistant malaria...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3886
Diabetes-associated neurodegeneration involves multiple pathological processes, including oxidative stress, impaired neurotrophic signalling, neurotransmitter dysregulation, altered metabolic signalling and progressive neuronal dysfunction. This study evaluated the in silico inte...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3884
Senna alata is a medicinal plant in the family Fabaceae and is widely used in traditional medicine for the management of several conditions. Although the plant is commonly used, information on its haematological and biochemical effects remains limited. This study assessed the eff...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3883
Nanoparticle-embedded hydrogels present a novel therapeutic approach in wound management. These hydrogels are multifunctional, have efficacy and their production is practicable. Hence, this work focused on the formulation and characterization of copper nanoparticles-embedded chit...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3882
Phan Van Dan, Nguyen Hoang Dung, Do Dang Giap, Le Quynh Loan, Tran Thi My Ngoc, Vu Thi Tuyet Nhung, Tran Quang Vinh, Nguyen Thi Thuy & Tran Trung Kien·Biotechnology Journal International·2026
Background: Tubular photobioreactors (PBRs) enhance high-quality Arthrospira platensis biomass production. However, microalgae are highly susceptible to micro-environmental fluctuations, specifically the combined influence of photo-thermal stress, dissolved oxygen (DO) accumulati...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3881
Sonagnon H. S. Kouhounde, Juste Sanou, Joseph Makaya, Lamine Baba-Moussa, Mamoudou H. Dicko & Michel K. Gomgnimbou·Biotechnology Journal International·2026
Background: In Burkina Faso, bovine hide, constitutes an important component of the diet and represents a valued source of animal protein. However, the slaughtering, processing, and marketing practices associated with this product often occur under inadequate hygienic conditions,...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3880
Background: The rapid emergence and spread of multidrug-resistant (MDR) Escherichia coli isolates have become a major global public health concern, limiting the effectiveness of conventional antibiotics and increasing treatment failure rates. Consequently, medicinal plants such a...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3879
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is a globally important vegetable crop, widely cultivated and consumed due to its rich nutritional profile, including vitamins, carotenoids, and phenolic compounds that contribute to human health. However, its productivity is significantly constra...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3878
A serious and growing food hypersensitivity, shellfish allergy is mainly brought on by allergenic proteins like arginine kinase and tropomyosin. As of right now, allergy avoidance and symptomatic therapy are the main therapeutic approaches because there is no proven cure. Althou...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3877
Background: Agrochemicals, while vital for enhancing agricultural productivity, are increasingly recognized as environmental pollutants, impacting soil health and microbial ecosystems. Aim: This study examined the microbial biomass carbon (MB-C), nitrogen (MB-N), phosphorus (MB-P...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3876
Background: Cocoyam (Xanthosoma sagittifolium L. Schott) is an important staple crop for food security worldwide. However, its cultivation faces several constraints, including the limited availability of planting material in both quantity and quality, as well as pests, diseases (...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3875
Background: Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) stress responses are strongly regulated by jasmonic acid signaling—especially via MYB transcription factors—yet key regulators like SlMYB83 in JA-deficient spr2 mutants remain largely uncharacterized. Aims: Based on the tomato SlMYB83 gen...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i3874
The growing environmental burden of plastic waste necessitates sustainable alternatives derived from renewable resources. Therefore, mycelium-based composites have emerged as promising biomaterials. The main objectives of the study is to develop a biodegradable flower vase. A myc...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2026/v30i2872