Sory Aboubacar, Zongo Rodrigue Arnaud, Nacambo Haoua, Yao Siaka & Nana Rasmata·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
Background: Pearl millet is a key staple crop in Burkina Faso, vital for food security and livestock feed, but its productivity is limited by declining soil fertility and low use of expensive mineral fertilizers. Poultry manure, rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, is eme...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i6661
M. O. Emolade, P. O. Obiebi, A. O. Isoje, O. M. Adinkwu, O. L. Okere, A. E. Aphiar, N. J. Ehiwario, K. I. Balogun, J. O. Orogu, U. B. Okobia & O. Ukolobi·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
The activity of any agent against microorganisms is as a result of the presence of substances That are capable of inhibiting the growth of the microorganism and These substances are referred to as bioactive agents, such as flavonoid, tannin, saponin and Alkaloid. It is observed t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i6660
Neonicotinoid insecticides are thought to be a good substitute for organophosphate pesticides, although some data suggest that they have negative effects on male reproductive health. This study investigates the effects of Imidacloprid (IMI) exposure on sperm parameters- including...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5659
Background and Aim: Mung bean (Vigna radiata L.) is an important short-duration grain legume valued for its protein content and contribution to sustainable agriculture via biological nitrogen fixation. However, its productivity is constrained by narrow genetic variability. This s...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5658
The quality of air in healthcare environments has become a major public health concern globally, particularly as it relates to the transmission of airborne diseases and hospital-acquired infections (HAIs). The study assessed the microbial contamination and air quality of selected...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5657
A study was conducted in the municipality of Korhogo, in northern Côte d’Ivoire, at the PRAVICOM hatchery located in Lakpolo. It was found that there were recurring shortages in the supply of chicks to farmers due to demand far outstripping supply. The overall objective of this s...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5656
Gospel Uchechukwu Collins, Israel Ukie Gwunireama, Barisuka Sudum Sunday & Sunday Promise Iburu·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
Background: Menarche (the onset of menstrual bleeding) and menopause (the cessation of menstruation) are important events in the reproductive history of women. They mark the beginning and end of the reproduction period of women. The aim of this study was to investigate the relati...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5655
Background: Body Mass Index (BMI) is a simple and widely used indicator of weight status, but its interpretation and accuracy are often influenced by individual perception and educational level, particularly in diverse populations such as the Ekpeye ethnic group in Rivers State,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5654
The Asan Conservation Reserve, a human-engineered freshwater wetland located in the Shivalik foothills of Uttarakhand, India, has been designated as a Ramsar site since 2020 and serves as an important habitat within the Central Asian Flyway (CAF). The wetland supports over 330 av...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5652
Israel Ukie Gwunireama, Gospel Uchechukwu Collins, Bariereyiga Nadum Yirate & Sunday Promise Iburu·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
Background: Papillary muscles are important structures in the ventricles of the heart that work with the chordae tendineae to support the atrioventricular valves and prevent backward flow of blood during contraction. They differ in number, size, and arrangement between the right...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5653
Human–wildlife conflict (HWC) around Nairobi National Park has persisted as a critical conservation and development challenge over the past three decades, driven primarily by increasing human encroachment into wildlife habitats and heightened climate variability. Despite the impl...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5651
The Ziama Biosphere Reserve (ZBR) is recognized as one of the last remaining areas of dense rainforest in the Republic of Guinea. It is the only known habitat for forest elephants in the country due to its low-altitude topography, which is conducive to their survival. However, th...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5650
Gilbert Nijimbere, Charles Niyonkuru, Claire Nineza, Francois Nitereka, Ferdinand Niyongabo, Venant Nyandwi & Rémy Marie Nkurunziza·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
Agriculture is crucial for food security in Burundi, providing 95% of food and contributing 39.6% to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However, it faces challenges like high population density, which strains natural resources, and limit access to agricultural inputs due to low pu...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5648
Background: While symmetry and proportionality are recurring perceptual markers of facial attractiveness, aesthetic evaluation is also influenced by cultural norms, social context, and temporal variation. This study therefore examined the proportional and symmetrical relationship...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i5649
Tran Trung Kien, Le Quynh Loan, Tran Thi My Ngoc, Vu Thi Tuyet Nhung, Duong Thi Hong Dao, Do Dang Giap, Tran Quang Vinh, Phan Van Dan & Nguyen Hoang Dung·Asian Journal of Biology·2026
Background: Estuarine and mangrove ecosystems are dynamic zones where microbial processes regulate nutrient cycling and water quality but are increasingly impacted by pollution and seasonal changes. An integrated assessment of physicochemical and microbial indicators is essential...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2026/v22i4646