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Resistance Level of Sweet Potato Clones to Sweet Potato Weevil (Cylas formicarius)

Febria C Indriani, Yusmani Prayogo, Sri W Indiati, Marida S Y I Bayu, Kartika Noerwijati, Tinuk S Wahyuni, Made J. Mejaya, Sholihin, Runik D Purwaningrahayu, Gatut W A Susanto, Rochmat Budiono, Aviv Andriani & Yudhistira Nugraha · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

In Indonesia, the yield losses of local sweet potato variety due to sweet potato weevil (SPW) caused by the Cylas formicarius insect could reach 100%. The most useful C. formicarius control technology is to use the resistant varieties. This study aims to evaluate the level of res...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102323

Phytoplankton Diversity and Eutrophication Indicators under Anthropogenic Pressure in the Azagny Canal, Côte d'Ivoire

LOZO Roméo N’Guessan, KONAN Yao Aristide & BROU N’Goran Sylvain · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Background: The Azagny Canal is a major artificial waterway in southern Côte d'Ivoire, playing a crucial role in the region's water management and economy. It connects the Ebrié Lagoon to the Bandama River and, thus indirectly, to the Atlantic Ocean. However, this transitional ec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102320

Smart Detection System for Pesticide Contamination in Fruits and Vegetables

Kannabiran. K, G. Jagadeesh kumar, N. Venkatesh, K.Sai Chaitanya, P.Sri Venkata Manikanta & K.Gangadharan · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Pesticide contamination in fruits and vegetables has become a serious concern due to its detrimental effects on human health and the environment. Currently, the widespread utilization of pesticides such as Glyphosate, Chlorpyrifos, Neonicotinoids, Mancozeb, and Pyrethroids during...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102318

Haldina cordifolia (Roxb.) Ridsdale: A Timber Species and Its Significance

Dipika Ayate, Swati Shedage, Shweta Kukreti, Sooraj Kumar & M. Bheemalingappa · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Haldina cordifolia (syn. Adina cordifolia), commonly known as haldu, is a multipurpose deciduous tree species of immense ecological, economic, and medicinal value. With the growing demand for quality timber, pressure on natural forests has increased, underscoring the significance...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102319

Study of the Effects of Sorghum bicolor (Poaceae) on Duodenal Motility in Rabbits

KAMBOU Sansan Philippe, Angbo Kousso Marie Angéline, Kolia Kouamé Innocent, Bahi Calixte, Bedou Kouassi Denis & Cissé-Camara Massara · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

In this study,carried out to evaluate the gastrointestinal tolerance of the aqueous extract of Sorghum bicolor leaf sheath used in the treatment of anemia in Côte d'Ivoire. An aqueous extract of whole Sorghum bicolor seeds was prepared using cold maceration method. Segments of ra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102317

A Review on Uses of Bhilwa (Semecarpus anacardium) in the Indian Context

Dipika Ayate, Swati Shedge, Sneha Dobhal, Shweta Kukreti, Neenu P & Sooraj Kumar · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Semecarpus anacardium, commonly known as Bhilwa or the Marking Nut Tree, is a medicinally significant deciduous tree found throughout India and neighbouring regions. This review explores its ethnomedicinal legacy, botanical traits, phytochemistry, and multifaceted pharmacological...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102316

Sarcopenic Obesity in Gastroduodenal Ulcer Disease: A Cross-sectional Study of Nutritional and Biochemical Profiles in Lomé, Togo

Kponou Mathieu Bienvenu TOBOSSI, Mamatchi Melila, Mlatovi DEGBE & Abdel Haziz SINA OROU · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Background: Gastroduodenal ulcer disease (GUD) is a significant health burden in urban West Africa, a region undergoing a rapid nutritional transition. Conventional assessment using Body Mass Index (BMI) may fail to detect complex malnutrition phenotypes like sarcopenic obesity t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i102315

Urinary and Blood microRNAs miR-21, miR-141 and miR-375 as Potential Diagnostic Biomarkers for Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Aïda Djé Djénéba Traoré, Abibou Simporé, Abdou Azaque Zouré, Nafissatou Sanon, Mousso Savadogo, Soayébo Dabré, Rogomenoma Alice Ouédraogo, Aïssata Ouédraogo, Bienvenu Désiré Ky, Théodora M. Zohoncon, Mamadou Traoré, Ouattara Adama, Florencia W. Djigma, Aristide F. Kaboré & Jacques Simporé · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Aims: To evaluate, compare, and accurately synthesize the diagnostic performance of circulating microRNAs miR-21, miR-141, and miR-375 as non-invasive biomarkers for prostate cancer, both individually and in combination, to determine their added value compared to conventional met...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92314

Assessing the Growth Performance of Paddy Straw Mushroom (Volvariella volvacea (Bull.) Singer 1951) on Locally Available Agro-Wastes

Khady Ngom, Aboubacry Kane, Abdoulaye Sow, Mame Arama Fall Ndiaye & Kandioura Noba · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Volvariella volvacea (Bull.) Singer (1951), or paddy straw mushroom, is an edible mushroom cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It is usually grown on lignocellulosic agricultural waste as a substrate. Three types of agricultural waste such as paddy straw, sawdust and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92313

A Comprehensive Pharmacognostical Evaluation and Phytochemical Profile of Upodika (Basella rubra Linn.)

Sushma, Annu Sharma & Banshidhar Behera · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Background: Basella rubra L. (Basellaceae), commonly known as Indian or Malabar spinach belongs to family Basellaceae, is an herbaceous annual or biennial climbing herb found in tropical and sub-tropical areas. Upodika (Basella rubra Linn.) is known for its health-promoting prope...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92310

Typology of Fishing on the Ayamé 1 Dam Lake: 17 Years after Its Reopening

Cissé Mamadou, Koné Touplé Sibiri, Kouyaté Kassoum & Kouamelan Essétchi Paul · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Aims: Closed in 1998 following continuous and uncontrolled exploitation of fishery resources and recurring conflicts between indigenous and non-indigenous actors, the Ayamé 1 dam lake is now experiencing an increase in the number of non-national fishermen and a decline in the siz...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92311

Commonly Occurring Emerging and Re-emerging Diseases and Their Prevalence Status in Indian Livestock

Singh J L, Sengar Krishna & Chanyal Rinkee · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

The health of both humans and animals is seriously threatened by emerging and re-emerging diseases. These illnesses put a strain on the nation's public health system, which in turn affects its economy. One of the factors contributing to the emergence of new diseases and the persi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92312

Silk Protein Materials: Characteristics and Applications in Food Industries

Sushmitha, C., Yashaswini, B. R., Kaveri Aramani & Basanagouda Jekinakatti · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Sericulture is an agro-industrial endeavour that aims to produce silk thread and textile goods from the cocoons of the silkworm, Bombyx mori L. Silk primarily consists of two proteins, fibroin and sericin, which represent 75 and 25 percent, respectively. These proteins have wides...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92309

Comparative Evaluation of the Potential Antioxidant Activity of Costus afer Aqueous Stem Extract and Vitamin C Supplement on Liver of Male Swiss Mice Subjected to Sub-chronic Exposure of Dichlorvos

Eme, Efioanwan Orlu, Adetutu Olubunmi Obulor, Aruchi, Wekhe-Emenike & Regina Chike Orlu · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2025

Aim: Evaluation of the potential antioxidant activity of Costus afer aqueous stem extract and Vit. C supplement on liver in male Swiss mice subjected to sub-chronic exposure of dichlorvos. Study Design: The study was a completely randomized design employing relevant statistical t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2025/v40i92308