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Dietary Inclusion of Fermented Parkia in Feeds as an Organic Strategy to Improve Feed Quality and Antioxidant Parameters of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) Fingerlings

J. Abafi, M. Aliyu-Paiko, K. M. Adamu & M. A. King · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Aim: The aim of this study is to assess fermented parkia infusion in feed as organic strategy to improve feed quality and immune system of African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fingerlings. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemistry, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Univers...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i330059

Bioconversion of Sawdust and Paper Treaded with Edible Fungus (Pleurotus pulmonarius)

Jesupemi Mercy Enibukun & Sunday Ademola Laba · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of Pleurotus pulmonarius on proximate composition and solid-state fermentation of sawdust and waste paper, and to quantify the soluble sugar produced in the biodegraded samples. Studies were carried out on the biodegradation of sa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i230058

Influence of Fermented Maize-meal Infusion on Feed Efficiency, Growth Performance and Antioxidants Status of African Catfish, Clarias gariepinus Fingerlings

A. Aliyu-A, M. Aliyu-Paiko, J. Abafi, A. Abdul-Malik, K. M. Adamu & M. A. King · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the influence of fermented maize-meal infusion on feed quality, growth performance and immune status of African catfish, Clarias gariepinus fingerlings. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemistry, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida U...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i230057

Computational Molecular Analysis of the 5 Candidate Genes of Suidae Family Related to African Swine Fever Occurrence

O. O. Oluwole · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Suidae family consisting, domestic pig, warthog and babyrousa are identified with even hooves and snout nose. They have been reported to be tolerant to African swine fever virus (ASFV) with the exception of the domestic pig. Domestic pig is valuable for humans as a source of prot...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i230056

Fermentation of Feed Ingredients as Potential Strategy to Improve Health Status and Reduce Opportunistic Pathogens in Fish Farming

A. Aliyu-A, M. Aliyu-Paiko, J. Abafi, A. Abdul-Malik, K. M. Adamu & M. A. King · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

The rapid increase in fish farming has been affected by outbreak of diseases and erratic feed costs. These challenges have stimulated increase in the use of antibiotics to rear fish. Unfortunately, excessive use of antibiotics inhibits or kills beneficial gut microbiota and makes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i230055

Quality Evaluation of Ogi from Acha (Digitaria exilis), Soybean (Glycine max) and Carrot (Daucus carota L.) Composite Flour

Moses Terkula Ukeyima, Israel Okpunyi Acham & Comfort Temitope Awojide · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Ogi was produced from composite flour of fermented Acha, roasted Soybean and Carrot.  The raw materials were blended in varying proportions. Proximate composition, functional properties and sensory characteristics of the formulated Ogi samples were evaluated. The results of the p...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i230054

Physico-chemical, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Analysis and Cold Saponification of Wild Grapes (Lannea microcarpa Engl & K. Krause) Seed Oil

Aliyu Ahmad Warra, Hadiza Ibrahim Mohammed & Adejuwon Olorunsola Morayo · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Aims: Physico-chemical, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Cold saponification was carried out on Lannea microcarpa (Wild grape) seed oil with the aim of identifying the quality and quantity of the oil and its suitability in soap production. Study Design: Experiment...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i130053

Profile of Haematological Parameters among Radiographers Exposed to Low-Dose X-Rays in Selected Port Harcourt Healthcare Facilities

Wejie-Okachi, Chinunam, Agi, Chukuemeka & Douglas, Kingsley · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

X-rays are electromagnetic waves that can traverse the human body due to high energies (≥1.24 keV) and ultra-short wavelengths (≤10-10m). Acute exposures are harmful to human health, affecting hematopoietic systems among others. Workers experience these effects despite use of occ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i130052

Microbial Mediated Production of Bio-ethanol from the Rhizome of Imperata cylindrica (L.) P. Beauv. (Spear Grass)

H. O. Stanley, V. B. Gbaje, I. O. Agbagwa, B. E. Okoli & C. J. Ugboma · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

The microbial mediated production of bio-ethanol from the rhizome of Imperata cylindrica (spear grass) was carried out in this research work. Proximate analysis of the rhizome was done to determine the protein, carbohydrate, moisture, ash, lipid, and fibre contents. Sugar profile...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i130051

Challenges and Environmental Impacts of Biomass Energy in South Asia

Agnihotri Devanshu, Sagar Mamta & Singh Brijendra · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Plants utilise solar energy to synthesise food during photosynthesis as it provides biomaterials needed for generation of bio-energy. A byproduct of natural and biological sources can be used as a source of bioenergetics; it is a good replacement for carbon energy or fossil fuel....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i130050

Effects of Ranitidine (Zantac) Drug on the Hormonal Level, Sperm Head Abnormality and Histo-Architecture of the Testis of Albino Male Mice

Tiba Soud Oraibi, Ruqaya Mohammed Ibrahim & Sura Alaa Soud · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

The purposes of this study are to determine the effect of Zantac (Ranitidine) drug on sexual hormones (Testosterone and Prolactin), sperm head abnormality, and histopathological activity on albino male mice testes. Two doses of the drug were used: 1000 and 2000 mg/kg, in addition...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2019/v5i130049

Algal-biomass Production from Chlorella sp. Using Hot and Cold Water Infusions of Poultry Droppings

E. Effiong, O. K. Agwa & G. O. Abu · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Background: Microbial biomass is a valuable resource to the development of sustainable energy. However, the challenge of having an effective media for energy production have adversely affected biotechnological development. This study was aimed at comparing algal biomass produced...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2018/v4i430048

Biocolorants Production by Pigment-Producing Bacteria Isolated from Soil

M. U. Hizbullahi, A. A. Farouq, A. S. Baki, A. D. Ibrahim, B. A. Hauwa & F. I. Jumare · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Background: The use of synthetic organic colors has been acknowledged for many years as the most reliable and economical method of restoring some of the food’s original shade to the processed products. However, from the health safety point of view, they are not accepted by consum...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2018/v4i430047

Biosynthesis of Lovastatin, an Anti-cholesterol Drug by Aspergillus wentii NCIM 661 from Palm Kernel Cake via Solid-state Fermentation

Chanakya Pallem, Gayathri Parasa & Srikanth Manipati · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

Over the past few years, the utilization of various agricultural residual wastes for the production of bioactive metabolites of industrial significance has been increased under solid-state fermentation in converting waste to wealth. In this context, present investigation presents...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJB2T/2018/46079

Efficacy of Lippia multiflora (Verbenaceae) and Hyptis suaveolens (Lamiaceae) Leaves on Sanitary Quality during the Storage of Maize Grain (Zea mays L.) from Cote D’ivoire

Pierre Ezoua, Konan K. Constant, Amane Didier, Adama Coulibaly, Ysidor Konan, Daouda Sidibe, Olivier Kouame Chatigre & Godi Henri Marius Biego · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2019

The aim of this study was to monitor the sanitary quality during the storage of maize grains for 9 months in polypropylene bags containing leaves of Lippia multiflora and Hyptis suaveolens. It was carried out in the villages of Timbé and Soko respectively in the departments of Ka...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJB2T/2017/35479