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Evaluation of Population Structure and Genetic Diversity of Cirrhinus mrigala among the Different Freshwater Rivers of Pakistan Using Molecular Marker: Study Implications and Its Importance in Aquaculture

Muhammad Naeem, Samrah Masud, Zara Naeem, Ammar Danyal Naeem, Muhammad Khalid & Shoaib Hassan · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Cirrhinus mrigala (Family Cyprinidae) have vast presence in different studied rivers of Pakistan. Present study was designed to formulate the genetic diversity of desired sites in Cirrhinus mrigala populations using nine Random amplified polymorphic DNA markers. Total hundred ind...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i730242

Synthesis of Silver Nano Particles from Adansonia digitata Leaf Extract and Its Antimicrobial Properties

A. O. Akintola, A. M. Azeez, B. D. Kehinde & I. C. Oladipo · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Silver nano particles (AgNPs) were green synthesized using Adansonia digitata leaf extract. The synthesized silver nano particles were characterized in terms of synthesis, size, shape, morphology and capping functionalities by UV-Visible Spectroscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i730243

Identification of Maize Downy Mildew Pathogen in Lampung and the Effects of Varieties and Metalaxyl on Disease Incidence

Cipta Ginting, Joko Prasetyo, Suskandini Ratih Dirmawati, . Ivayani, Paul Benyamin Timotiwu, Tri Maryono, . Widyastuti, Damar Indah Ryska Chafisa, Alim Asyifa, Erisa Setyowati & Ambos Harry Zuisent Pasaribu · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Introduction: Maize downy mildew (MDM) is considered as a major problem in all maize growing areas in Indonesia including the Province of Lampung. Objectives: The objectives of this study were (i) to identify the species of Peronosclerospora causing maize downy mildew (MDM) in La...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i730244

Agronomic Performance of Corn Cultivars as a Function of Phosphorus Use

Lucas Carneiro Maciel, Weder Ferreira dos Santos, Joênes Mucci Peluzio, Osvaldo José Ferreira Junior, Adriano Silveira Barbosa, Rafael Marcelino da Silva, Layanni Ferreira Sodré & Magno De Oliveira · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Aims: The research was carried out to evaluate the agronomic performance of corn cultivars in contrasting phosphorus environments in the state of Pará, Brazil. Study Design: The experimental design was randomized blocks with ten treatments and three replications. The treatments w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630241

Comparative Phytochemical, Proximate and Some Mineral Composition of the Leaves and Stem Bark of Spondia mombin (L. anacardiaceae)

Enyohwo Dennis Kpomah & Edet Okon Odokwo · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Aims: Quantitative phytochemical, proximate and some mineral content of the leaves and stem bark of Spondia mombin, a plant commonly found in Southern Nigeria was studied with a view of ascertaining their nutritional potential and justification for their ethnopharmacological uses...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630240

Indigenous Curative Plants Used in the Treatment of Piles from Akinyele Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria

O. C. Ariyo, M. B. Usman, U. U. Emeghara, M. M. Olorukooba, O. K. Fadele, C. A. Danbaki, O. E. Olagunju, R. Suleiman & M. O. Ariyo · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Piles are inflammation of blood vessels which are generally found close to the anal canal. Piles are produce when the anal cushions are disrupted during defecation. The importance of the knowledge of indigenous remedial medicinal plants in curing piles has not been fully acknowle...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630238

Characteristics of the New Coronavirus Named SARS-CoV-2 Responsible for an Infection Called Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Modou Mamoune Mbaye, Bouchra El Khalfi, Said El Hafiane & Abdelaziz Soukri · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

The new coronavirus called Covid-19, previously known as 2019-nCOV that has been reported in China, is rapidly spreading around the world at breakneck speed. Covid-19, a virus that was unknown to us before the outbreak in Wuhan (China) in December 2019, remains a major public hea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630237

Comparative Analysis of Differences and Evolution of Hemorrhoidectomy Techniques

Nayara Lobo Coelho, Rodolpho Cesar Oliveira Mellem Kairala, Bruna Lemos Silva, Afrânio Faria Lemos, Danilo Rocha Chavez Zambrana, Caio Cesar Faciroli Contin Silva, Ana Carolina Arantes, Vergílio Pereira Carvalho, Silvio de Almeida- Júnior & Bruna Lima Daher · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Aim: To review from the literature, in a narrative way, techniques used for hemorrhoidectomy as well as benefits and criticisms about the procedures. Methodology: For this purpose, a descriptive literary review was carried out for the construction of the work. In view of what is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630236

Assessment of Hydraulic Conductivity of Some Nigerian Hardwood Timbers to Four Timber Treatment Chemicals through Quantitative Anatomical Studies

G. C. Ajuziogu, R. C. Njokuocha, N. M. Eze, I. E. Ngele, G. N. Ogbuagu & E. O. Ojua · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Aim: Hydraulic conductivity following the Hagen-Poiseuille Law is a quantitative approach to determine the treatability of wood by chemicals. The hydraulic conductivities of the ten selected Nigerian hardwood timber species to four wood treatment chemicals were estimated, using H...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630235

Morphological Variability and Taxonomic Relationship of Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench Accessions Based on Qualitative Characters

Ika Nugraheni Ari Martiwi, Laurentius Hartanto Nugroho, Budi Setiadi Daryono & Ratna Susandarini · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench is a member of Poaceae family with three agronomic types corresponds to their specific uses namely grain sorghum, sweet sorghum, and forage sorghum. Although sorghum in Indonesia is considered as under-utilized crop, but it has the potential as an alte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630234

Role of Surfactant for the Treatment of Alveolar Cells against Coronavirus (Covid-19)

Sony Ahmed, Md. Shamim Akter, Kallol Roy & Md. Shafiul Islam · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the newly discovered coronavirus. Coronavirus affects human lung tissues. Covid-19 should be infection of the lungs, the virus infects alveolar cells resulting in reduced production of pulmonary surfactant. Pulmona...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630233

Response of Maize (Zea mays L.) to Deficit Irrigation Combined with Reduced Nitrogen Rate is Genotype Dependent

A. M. M. Al-Naggar, M. M. Shafik & R. Y. M. Musa · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Deficit irrigation and low nitrogen (N) fertilization rate cause negative effects on maize grain productivity; such effects differ from genotype to genotype. The main objectives of the present investigation were to: (i) identify the drought and low N tolerant genotypes, (ii) esti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630232

Interleukin 3 as an Erythropoietic Marker in Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Hepatitis B Positive Patients in South East Nigeria

Chinenye E. Okenwa, Ijeoma C. Uzoma, Anulika O. Onyemelukwe, Ogechukwu C. Dozie- Nwakile, Hilary Emuebie, Victor C. Edeh & S. A. Ufelle · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Aim: To evaluate the interleukin 3 levels in some Hepatitis B virus and Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) positive subjects. Study Design: Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Haematology Department, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Enugu, Nigeria, between...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i630231

Changes in the Pulmonary Functions of Individuals with Sickle Cell Disease: A Scoping Review

Uchenwoke Chigozie Ikenna & Ede Sunday Stephen · Annual Research & Review in Biology · 2020

Background: Individuals with sickle cell disease (ISCD) are often subject to various changes in crucial health profiles with a consequent need for reduced physical activities, which could be as a result of their declining pulmonary functions. Few studies have systematically attem...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/arrb/2020/v35i530228