Hepatitis B remains one of the most widespread chronic viral infections and represents a major public health challenge worldwide. This study aimed to determine the seroprevalence of hepatitis B virus infection and to identify associated risk factors in subjects admitted to the Ng...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i71138
Bryophytes indicate the presence of metals in the environment because of their biosorption capacity. It is therefore, hypothesized that microbial communities in bryophyte rhizosphere can be highly metal-resistant; and this was tested using Bacillus cereus and Aspergillus niger is...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61137
Fatima Zahra Koubali, Ibrahim Kerouad, Oumayma Mahboub, Sara Kouara, Ghita Yahyaoui & Mustapha Mahmoud·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Introduction: Enterococci are Gram-positive bacteria that are part of the normal human gut flora but have emerged as major nosocomial pathogens, causing severe infections such as bacteremia, urinary tract infections, and peritonitis. Enterococcus faecium is particularly concernin...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61136
Modesta Mmaduabuchi Egwu-Ikechukwu, Promise Chiamaka Elebe, Victoria Obumneme Amaechi-Nnaji & Henrietta Chinaemerem Onu·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background: Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have gained significant attention due to their remarkable antimicrobial properties and biomedical applications. Aim: This study aimed to synthesize and characterize silver nanoparticles using Moringa oleifera leaf extract and evaluate thei...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61135
Kenneth C. Cortes, Lorreine Denise W. Castañares, Arbee Mae L. Castro, Patricia Antonette M. Merecido & Helga Marie B. Sy·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is an escalating global public health threat that reduces the effectiveness of antimicrobial therapies and contributes to increased morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. In the Philippines, rising antibiotic consumption, self-medic...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61132
Azo dyes are subjected to environmental concern as a result of their resistance to degradation. Some decolorized and degraded products of a variety of azo dyes are toxic and mutagenic to flora and fauna. The toxic activity of azo dyes is also dependent on the type and position of...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61134
Background: Moinmoin is an inexpensive popular Nigerian traditional break-fast bean-pudding, which deteriorates within 24 hours of preparation due to microbial activities. The popularity is an impetus for seeking ways of extending the shelf-life. Aim: The potential of extending m...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61130
Background: Since its independence, Cameroon has been faced with an upsurge in epidemics. These include epidemics such as cholera, poliomyelitis, measles and cerebrospinal meningitis which have marked the course of history in Cameroon, with adverse demographic, political, economi...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61131
Fermentable sugars are crucial in bioethanol production, as they serve as the primary substrate for microbial fermentation, while microorganisms like yeast convert these sugars into ethanol and other byproducts like carbon dioxide. There is a need to break down complex carbohydra...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61128
Background: The burden, persistent and increasing number ofcholera epidemics in Cameroon has been a major concern. To strengthen cholera surveillance, Cameroon in partnership with international health corporations adapted the integrated disease surveillance and response strategy....
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61129
Kehinde O. Amisu, Omobolanle E. Oladapo, Oladipupo A. Lawal, Kanyinsola O. Akinkunmi, Victoria A. Dada, Sideeqot T. Abdullahi, Emmanuel E. Aduak, Isyaku Bello, Mona M. E. Eleiwa & Andy R. Opoku·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Background and Aims: Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has emerged as a major global public health concern, significantly reducing the efficacy of conventional antibiotics and complicating the treatment of infectious diseases. The rapid emergence and dissemination of resistant micro...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61127
Akanksha Sharma, C. B. Meena, Seema Yadav, Manoj Kumar Tetarwal, Manoj Kumar Choudhary, Sunil Kumar Sharma, Rajesh Kumar Bochalya & S. C. Sharma·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Root rot of soybean constitutes a widespread and serious disease constraint in Maharashtra and several other soybean-growing regions of India, leading to substantial yield reductions. The incidence and severity of the disease are often exacerbated under conditions of high tempera...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61125
Avi Roselyne Donald Merryfield, Guedé Kipré Bertin, Koné Tadiogo Naty, Tiekoura Konan Bertin, Guessennd Kouadio Aya Nathalie & Dadie Adjehi·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
In the city of Abidjan, consumption of pastry products is common. However, these foodstuffs could be transmission channels of resistant bacteria, including methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and lead to public health concerns. The current study, realized from 2nd March...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61126
Heavy metal contamination is a major environmental concern caused by industrialization, mining, agriculture, and urban activities. Toxic metals such as cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), chromium (Cr), arsenic (As), and nickel (Ni) are persistent, non-biodegradable, and harmf...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61124
Lamine Samagaci, Souleymane Soumahoro, Maimouna Liliane Kouame, Amenan-Kan Bénédicte Yao, Abdoulaye Toure & Yadé Réné Soro·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Mango plays an important role in the economic development of production areas. Mango trees are cultivated in many subtropical and tropical countries, including Côte d'Ivoire. This study aimed to valorize the waste from the 'Amélie' variety mango. To do so, yeasts were isolated fr...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i61123