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Kinetics of Fe2+ and Vitamin C Retention in a Novel Continuous Simultaneous Extraction and Pasteurization System: Application to Justicia secunda Beverage

Noveta Binwi Neba, Cornelius Tsamo, Ngwasiri Pride Ndasi, Claris Anuanwen Foncha & Divine Nde Bup · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

This study evaluates the retention of Fe2+ and vitamin C during the processing of Justicia secunda drink using a Continuous Conventional Extraction followed by Pasteurization (CCEP) system in comparison to a Continuous Simultaneous Extraction and Pasteurization (CSEPA) system. In...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i1229

Development of Optimized Liquid Formulations of Azospirillum, Phosphate-Solubilizing Bacteria, and Rhizobium Strains for Enhanced Viability and Shelf Life

CR Patil, Sandesh Subhas Patil & Parvati Sriramareddy · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

The aim of this study was to evaluate the stability and shelf-life of Rhizobium, Azospirillum, and Pseudomonas striata a Phosphate Solubilizing Bacterium (PSB) in liquid formulations under ambient conditions, with a focus on the impact of various additives on the viability of the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i1228

Isolation of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) from Mobile Phone of University Students in Enugu State, Nigeria

Ezugwu, Roseline Ifeyinwa · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Mobile phone is a wireless handheld electronic device that allow users to make and receive calls. They are becoming formites for the transmission of methicillin resistant S. aureus (MRSA), due to unhealthy handling of these devices by users who do not have regard for hygiene, the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4227

Development of a Protocol for In-vitro Regeneration of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni

Md. Shadman Sakib Mim, H.S.B. Fatima Noor Afroze Jamal, Sadia Jafrin, Sabina Yasmin, K.M. Nasiruddin & Fahmida Khatun · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

The experiment was conducted to find out an effective combinations and concentrations of plant growth regulators for in vitro regeneration of Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni, a medicinally important, zero-calorie value, sweet tasted and an antidiabetic herb. Murashige and Skoog (MS) me...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4226

Seaweed-enriched Cookies: A Nutritional and Functional Perspective

R. B. Hajare, A. U. Pagarkar, A. S. Desai, J. M. Koli, P. E. Shingare, Soorya Gopan, S. B. Satam & A. N. Sawant · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Seaweed and seaweed-based products are gaining global attention due to their health-benefiting properties. For the last three decades, seaweeds have been used as nutraceutical food, as they provide dietary benefits. It offers a rich source of nutrients, including minerals, vitami...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4225

Inhibition of Escherichia coli Cell-Free β-Galactosidase Activity by Binary Mixtures of Water-miscible Solvents

Christian C. Opurum, Obioma K. Mejeha, Christian O. Nweke & Oluchukwu R. Nwangwu · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

The inhibitory effects of ethanol-dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) and ethanol-N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) binary mixtures on the activity of cell-free β-galactosidase from Escherichia coli were assessed. The concentration-response relationships of the individual solvent and the mixtures...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4224

Sustainable Management of Agrifood Systems: Interdisciplinary Workshop as a Learning Tool in Bioresource Technology in secondary and technical education in Agriculture at ECIT Riachão do Poço, Paraiba, Brazil

Cássio Ricardo Gonçalves da Costa · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

This article addresses the project of an Interdisciplinary Workshop, AGROTEC, and the implementation of the sensory garden at ECIT Riachão do Poço, in Paraíba, as an interdisciplinary learning tool for high school and technical students in agriculture, including the topics of bio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4222

Microbial Succession and Effect of Fermentation on the Proximate Composition of Sweet Potato Tubers, Leaves and Vines

Dashen, M.M, Egbere, O.J, Okechalu, J.N, Chollom, P.F, Amapu, T.Y, Kaye, J & Ogaji, A.O · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

This study was aimed at determining the effect of fermentation on the proximate composition of sweet potato tubers, leaves and vines. The study involved the spontaneous fermentation of the substrates for five days (120h). Physico-chemical properties and microbial counts were dete...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4223

Evaluation of Antifungal Properties and Phytochemical Composition of Selected Euphorbiaceae Species

Shaikh Saiyada Nikhat & Zafar S. Khan · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Aims: To study antifungal activity and phytochemical analysis of Euphorbiaceae members. Study Design: Experimental. Place and Duration of Study: The research was carried out at the Department of Botany, Maharashtra College of Arts, Science & Commerce, Mumbai, India, over a pe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4221

Immunity Induction in Catfish (Clarias gariepinus) with Feed Containing Red Ginger Extract after High Temperature Treatment

Ibnu D. Buwono, Kiki H, Roffi G. H. & Efriza R. Putra · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

This study aims to evaluate the effect of feeding feed containing red ginger extract on the immunity and survival of catfish (Clarias gariepinus) fingerlings exposed to high temperature conditions. The research was carried out experimentally with a Completely Randomized Design (C...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4220

Signaling Molecules in Pseudomonas aeruginosa Response to Antibiotics at Sub-Inhibitory Concentrations

Calistus C. Williams, G. A. Ajibade, Victoria Moltong Yilwa & Nwankwo Cornelius Tochukwu · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Signaling Molecules are N-acylhomoserine lactones (AHLs) that form the Pseudomonas aeruginosa cell information system which determines gene expressions in a population dependent manner called quorum sensing (QS). Signal molecules, which are chemically varied, control genes expres...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4219

Prevalence of Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency among Plasmodium falciparum Infected Children in Kaduna State, Nigeria

Bashir Maimuna Bello, Karderam Bukar Dikwa, Abdulrahman Abdullateef & Ali Ahmad Haroun · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency (G6PD deficiency) is an inherited genetic disorder characterized by reduced or absent activity of the G6PD enzyme. It is prevalent globally, especially in regions where malaria is endemic. The G6PD enzyme plays a critical role in maint...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4218

Isolation and Molecular Characterization of Industrially Significant Bacteria Obtained from Rice-Husks Dumping Sites

Aminu Lailaba Abubakar, Sirajo Bilal Musa, Aliyu Zakariya’u Maiyaki, Almustapha Lawal & Garba Aliyu Abubakar · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Microorganisms are widely spread in our environment and rice husk is not an exception.  Exploring the microbial communities associated with rice husk dumping sites could lead to the discovery of novel bacteria with potential industrial and environmental applications. This study w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4217

Growth Performance of G6 Transgenic Mutiara Catfish at Different Stocking Density

Ibnu D.Buwono, Titin H, Yuniar M & Raqil G.F · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

The optimum fish stocking density effected on fish growth performance as a response to growth and survival. Previous research showed that the G5 transgenic mutiara catfish produced 100% (twice) higher growth than non-transgenic catfish in indoor rearing. Further research on G6 at...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4215

Assessment of Genetic Diversity in Pseudarthria viscida (L.) Wight & Arnott Using SSR Markers: Implications for Conservation and Breeding

Sindhu P. V., Nezam Ali E. & Lekshmi Sekhar · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2024

Pseudarthria viscida (L.) Wight & Arnott is an important, high-volume, traded, threatened medicinal plant native to South and Southeast Asia. Simple Sequence Repeats (SSR) markers were used to determine the genetic relatedness and diversity of 20 accessions of P. viscida coll...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2024/v10i4216