Aim: The aim of the investigation was to evaluate and compare the phytoconstituents and antimicrobial activities of leaf extracts of two species of Acalypha (A. wilkesiana and A. godseffiana). Methodology: The methods employed include manual pulverization of...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/32999
The study was conducted at the Tissue Culture Laboratory and Crop Research Laboratory of the University of Southeastern Philippines to test the efficacy of selected antibiotics and antifungal agents in the elimination of the common fungi contaminant of tissue-cultured abaca merip...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33289
Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the potentials of Cola millenii seed and pulp extracts as a possible bio-preservative agent for kunu-zaki, a Nigerian fermented beverage. Methodology: The plant materials were grinded mechanically and macerated in solvent (acetone and...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33518
Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the level of contamination associated with locally processed Vignea subterranea (okpa) flour in Nigeria. Study Design: The completely randomized experimental design was adopted for this study. Place and Duration of Study: The staff labor...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33007
There has been recent outbreaks of food poisoning associated with Listeria monocytogenes. Most of the outbreaks were attributed to fresh meat and dairy products, and processed foods. This study was therefore carried out to examine the prevalence of Listeria monocytogenes in fish,...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33132
Aims: Several studies have documented Staphylococcus aureus as a leading pathogen implicated in wound infections with a remarkable potential for antibiotics resistance. This study determined the susceptibility patterns of S. aureus isolated from wound infections to conventional a...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33879
Infections of Hepatitis B and C viruses among seropositive Human immunodeficiency virus patients are a growing public health problem in Sub Saharan Africa characterized by unaffordable treatment, severe morbidity and associated mortality. This study was aimed at evaluating the se...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/34284
Introduction: Many drugs have been isolated from fungal species. This study aims at identifying fungal species isolated in Anguilla in order to determine the antimicrobial effect of their secondary metabolites from pure culture against Staphylococcus aureus by demonstrating the p...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/34619
Agriculture is facing struggle to meet the various confront of reducing plant diseases for an increasing world population food security. Great quantities of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides are required for high productivity which can damage ecosystem structures and functions...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33368
Hepatitis B virus (HBV) co-infection with human immunodeficiency virus is a major public health problem especially in developing countries. In a descriptive study, the prevalence of HBsAg and HBV serotypes using antigen detection and PCR methods were evaluated among HIV patients...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/34285
Aims: To investigate the impact of Trona and woodash (alkaline tenderizers) on aniti-nutrient and nutrient content of Mucuna pruriens during fermentation. Study Design: Natural fermentation and fermentation using additives (4% Trona, GWA-Gmelina wood ash) was implored. Place and...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/34028
Aims: Staphylococcus species have been a major human pathogen of public health importance globally. This study was designed to evaluate the resistance pattern and plasmid profile of Staphylococcus species isolated from clinical and community settings. Methodology: Staphylococcus...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33655
A field experiment was conducted at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, South West Nigeria, to determine the influence of Bradyrhizobium and mycorrhiza on growth, yield and phosphorus use efficiency of soybean (Glycine max L.) under manure application. The treatments...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33084
Aim: This study is aimed at isolation, antibiotic susceptibility and plasmid study of Escherichia coli isolates from door handles in the study location. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in Nasarawa State University, Keffi...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33612
Aims: The main goal of this work to investigate the fungicidal activity of some metallic ions and essential oils which were to be applied as alternative protective of synthetic fungicides for old manuscripts and documents. Place and Duration of Study: Sample: Studies were conduct...
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Research Article10.9734/JAMB/2017/33853