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Biochemical Identification and Characterization of the Antibiotic Resistance Profile of Pathogenic Bacteria Isolated from Plant-based Medicines Produced in Côte d'Ivoire

Amadou DIABAGATE, Sabine N’dri VAKOU, Constant Arthur Zébré, Kouamé Barthélemy YAO, Ehoulé Kroa, Kalpy Julien COULIBALY, Bakary COULIBALY & Ibrahim Konate · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

This study aimed to identify and characterize the antibiotic resistance profile of pathogenic germs isolated from plant-based medicines (PBM) produced in Côte d'Ivoire. It was carried out over a period of 15 months: August 2023 to October 2024. One thousand five hundred and eight...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3910

In-vitro Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of the Stem Bark Extract and Fractions of Warbugia. ugadensis, Prunus africana and Albizia gummifera from Mt Kenya and Elgon Regions in Kenya

Shoso Luvembe Holland, Alphonse Wafula Wanyonyi & Henry Mwangi · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Fungal and bacterial infections pose a major global public health challenge due to rising antimicrobial resistance. Over 50% of hospital infections now involve pathogens resistant to multiple drugs, contributing to higher death rates, longer patient illness, and increased/prolong...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3909

Seed Health Techniques for Detection and Management of Alternaria spp. in Sesame

Madhusaisri S., Rupesh Kumar Reddy B., Pradeep M. & Bharathi.D · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Sesame (Sesamum indicum L.) is a vital oilseed crop, renowned for its high protein content, superior oil quality, and antioxidant properties, and is extensively cultivated across India and Asia. However, the productivity and quality of sesame are severely affected by Alternaria l...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3907

Molecular Characterization of Multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae-associated Urinary Tract Infections in a Geriatric Population in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

Micah, Onyemaechi Collins, Onyemaechi, Uchechukwu, Nwokah, Easter Godwin & Monsi, Tombari Pius · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family are responsible for most of the urinary tract infection globally with disproportionate levels of burden among vulnerable populations. Aim: This study evaluated the burden and also characterized the species of bacteri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3908

Effect of Cell Wall Neutral Sugars and Uronic Acid Compounds on Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) Retting Ability

Bebiné Biedi Didier-olivier, Nkoudou Ze Nardis, Sado Kamdem Sylvain Leroy & Essia Ngang Jean Justin · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aims: Evaluate the effect of cassava cell wall neutral sugars and uronic acids on the ability of cassava to be retted by a traditional starter (sta_96). Place and Duration of Study: Sample: collected from a farm in the Center region in Cameroon. All the analysis were performed at...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3906

Physicochemical and Microbiological Characteristics of Surface and Groundwater Frequently Used by Households in Some Districts of Daloa, Côte d'Ivoire

Zébré Arthur Constant, Attien Yao Paul, Sina Haziz, Yao Amenan Bethsabé, Koffi-Nevry Rose, Connil Nathalie, Konate Ibrahim & Baba-Moussa Lamine · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Water is an essential resource for life and health. Its sanitary quality is an ongoing public health issue. Indeed, water-borne diseases are constantly evolving. In underdeveloped countries, access to drinking water remains a major concern for populations. Due to wate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3903

Bioremediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon-contaminated Soil Using Activated Sludge Derived from Vitellaria paradoxa Seed Wastewater

KAYODE-ISOLA, TAYO MODUPE, ADEBISI, OLUSOJI OLUSEGUN & OBUEKWE, IFEYINWA SARAH · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Contamination of soil with petroleum hydrocarbons (HCs) is a serious environmental challenge, posing severe immediate and long-term impacts as many of their constituents are potentially toxic, mutagenic and/or carcinogenic. In this study, activated sludge derived from Vitellaria...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3904

Detection of Carbapenem-resistant Genes Associated with Hospital-acquired Gram-negative Bacterial Pathogens from A Tertiary Hospital in Lagos, Nigeria

Ifeoma Faith Eze, Morenike Olutumbi Adeoye-Isijola, Martins Ajibade Adefisoye & Olufunmiso Olusola Olajuyigbe · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aims: To determine carbapenem-resistant genes associated to hospital-acquired Gram-negative bacteria pathogens from a tertiary hospital in Lagos, Nigeria. Study Design: Prospective cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Lagos State University Teaching Hospital Ikeja,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3905

Molecular Characteristics and spa-Types of Staphylococcus aureus from Food-animals in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja-Nigeria

Martha Echioda-Ogbole, James Agbo Ameh, Samuel Mailafia, Olatunde Hamza Olabode, Edet E. Udo, Bridget Maria Jessica Adah, Chinwe Okoli & Enid Godwin · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Aim: This study was undertaken to investigate the molecular characteristics of S. aureus isolates from chickens, sheep and goats in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nigeria. Study Design: The study was designed to be a cross-sectional study. A simple random sampling method wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2902

Detection of Beta-lactamase Genes in Uropathogens of Diabetic and Non-diabetic Subjects in Eleme General Hospital, Rivers State, Nigeria

HANSON, ASIKIYA HULDAH & AUSTIN OKWELLE · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

One of the leading antimicrobial resistance mechanisms for many uropathogens among diabetic subjects is Extended–Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) enzyme production which has become a public health concern. The aim of the study is to investigate the presence of Beta-Lactamase genes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2900

Isolation, Identification, and Characterization of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria from Sugarcane (Saccharum Officinarum) Rhizosphere

Divyesh Vasava, Aditi Pandya, Sapna Tiwari, Laxmina Mishra, Bhavesh Patel & Narendra Patel · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

The use of biofertilizers and biopesticides is the foundation of modern sustainable agricultural techniques. The rhizosphere of sugarcane (Saccharum officinarum) may provide rhizobacteria the ability to fertilize and repel pests. This research focused at the plant growth promotio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2901

The Prevalence of Candida albican in Garri Sold in Ozoro

Ukolobi O., Aphiar A.E, Orogu J.O., Okobia U.B. & Eze E.M. · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Garri is a fermented cassava product consumed as a staple food in most parts of West African. The prevalence of Candida albican in garri sold in ozoro was carried out to characterize predominant fungi associated with garri. Ten (10) different samples of garri were periodically bo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2899

Taxonomic Profile and Antimicrobial Potential of Brachybacterium conglomeratum VLCH–15 Isolated from Mangroves of Machilipatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India

Kanya Kumari Etta, Chiranjeevi Chetapalli, Vijayalakshmi Muvva & Nagaraju Kumbha · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Actinobacteria of mangrove origin become a vital source of novel antibiotics with high therapeutic potential. Hence, the current study has been focused on antimicrobial potential of secondary metabolites produced by rare actinobacterium isolated from mangrove ecosystem of Machili...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2898

Isolation, Characterization and Plasmid Profiling of Multi-drug Resistant Bacteria Isolated from Automated Teller Machines (ATM devices) in Enugu State, Nigeria

Adonu, Cyril C, Adonu, Modesta N, Eze, Precious I, Omeh, Romanus C, Onyi, Patrick N, Offiah Raymond, Ali, Ibeabuchi J & Onwusoba, Restus C · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Due to high frequency of use, many kinds of microbes may contaminate the ATM device resulting in the emergence and spread of infectious agents especially multi-antibiotic resistant (MAR) bacteria. Aim: This study was conducted to isolate and phenotypically characteriz...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i2897

Evaluation of Bivoltine Silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) Hybrids for Disease Resistance and Suitability in Subtropical Conditions

Monika Attri, R. K. Gupta & Kamlesh Bali · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

The disease outbreak in silkworm generally hampers the silkworm larvae during the late larval period causing high mortality, formation of poor-quality cocoons or even the complete loss of entire crop, posing a significant challenge to sericulture industry. The current study was u...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i1895