Reem Abass Babiker Abass, Husham M Taha Aloob, Samia S Mohamed Ismail, Amira H Arman, Ahmed AbdElhadi Abdlhamed Ibrahem & Abdelhakam H. Ali·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Introduction: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial diseases in children, affecting 3–5% of girls and 1% of boys, and leading to significant antibiotic exposure in this population. Initial UTI treatment is often empirical, based on symptomatology wit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2478
Yao Kouakou Abessika Georges, Gbotto Ahou Anique, Angui Chia Michelle Valerie, Diaby Cheick Hamed Tidjane, Gore Bi Boh Nestor, Akaffou Doffou Sélastique & Zoro Bi Irié Arsene·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Food security remains a major challenge, particularly in developing countries where post-harvest losses and inadequate storage practices limit the potential of many crops. Phaseolus lunatus, a nutrient-rich legume cultivated for its ability to enrich soils, is underutilized due t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2479
Introduction: African Animal Trypanosomiasis (AAT) is a haemoparasitic disease that considerably hampers socioeconomic development in sub-Saharan Africa. One way to counter this scourge is through vector control and treatment. Objective: This study aims to help breeders in the st...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2477
Jute Mallow (Corchorus olitorius L) is an important leafy vegetable in West Africa. The leaves are an important source of protein, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, etc. In some countries, leafy vegetables are still neglected and underused because of their very localized use and t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2476
Lead acetate is arguably one of the environmental pollutants that threats the lives of living beings in multiple ways. Lead acetate occurs both naturally & due to human activities. Lead Acetate, a potential carcinogen, can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, or derm...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1474
A study on the diversity and classification of epiphytes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was conducted on thirty (30) species of epiphytes. As an extension of the research work, fifteen (15) epiphytic plants were selected on the basis of data collected by administering sem...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1475
The presence of Passiflora foetida var. foetida (Passifloraceae), a climbing hirsute herb known for its ecological and ethnobotanical significance, is reported for the first time in Maharashtra, India. During floristic surveys conducted in Chalisgaon tahsil of district Jalgaon. T...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1473
The present investigation was conducted on the biological characteristics and life cycle of the neem looper, Cleora cornaria (Lepidoptera: Geometridae) from September 2021 to November 2024 in the Jalgaon district, North Maharashtra. This study revealed that the life stages of loo...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1471
The Ghaghara River, a significant tributary of the holy River Ganga, travels across northern India., providing essential water resources for agriculture, communities and biodiversity. The river's fish diversity is vital for maintaining local ecological balance and supporting live...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1472
Aims: This research aims at determining the effect of different percentages (2%, 4%, and 6%) of Aloe vera powder (AVP) on antioxidant activity, fiber, protein, and color analysis (L a* b*). Study Design: The research was designed as laboratory experimental method. Place and Durat...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1470
Brou Julien Kouakou, Koffi Christophe Kobenan, Yao Kouadio Jacques-Edouard, Kouadio Emmanuel N'goran, N’guessan Maxime Kouame, Nogbou Ferdinand Amangoua & Malanno Kouakou·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Background: In Côte d'Ivoire, cotton growing is crucial to the economy of the savannah region, accounting for 1.7% of national GDP and 7% of exports. However, yields remain insufficient due to various factors such as climate change and non-compliance with good agricultural practi...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i12469
Lamine MAHAMAN MOUSTAPHA, Mahamadou SEYNI YANSAMBOU, Ibrahim Halilou AMADOU, Anaëlle Deus-Maël Gloria Obubé ADJIVON, Adoum Fils SOULEYMANE, Maman Laminou IBRAHIM & Doutchi MAHAMADOU·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Malaria and sickle cell disease are public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa. We study the influence of hemoglobin type on parasite density in suspected sickle cell malaria patients in Maradi (Niger). This was a descriptive study with retrospective data collection between 2012...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i12468
The vaginal microbiome plays a crucial role in women's reproductive health. It consists of a variety of bacteria that help maintain a healthy environment in the vagina. A balanced microbiome can prevent infections and support overall reproductive health. However, many women in In...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i12466
Desmodium adscendens is a plant in the Fabaceae family. This plant is very important to humans for both agricultural and medical purposes. However, its availability is becoming increasingly rare and its collection in forests is contributing to the degradation of biodiversity due...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i12467
Amujiri, Angela Nkechi, Nweze, Anthony Ejiofor, Ogboji, Lynda Onyinye, Ikegbunam, Clara Nchedochukwu, Umejiaku, Chidimma Maryjicinta, Okwagbe, Otiotio Edith, Ojua, Eugene Obashi & Osayi, Emmanuel Emeka·Asian Journal of Biology·2024
Air pollution is a worldwide ecological problem that threatens human health through harmful emissions as vehicular exhaust emission. There is a need to examine ecological role of plants growing around major roads to identify their susceptibility and resistance towards air polluta...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i12465