A field experiment was conducted during September 2024 to March 2025 at the Vermicompost Unit, Division of Soil Science, College of Agriculture, Pune, to evaluate how different organic substrates, in combination with microbial consortia, affect the composition and quality of verm...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i5424
Elizabeth G. Panerio, Lawrence I. Norte, Jeshua Paul P. Antonino, Madel L. Canceran, Ricci Leighn Divine A. Anque & E-jay G. Dequilla·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
High quality DNA is essential for numerous downstream applications, especially PCR. Currently, various protocols for plant DNA extraction already exists, many of which are modifications of the CTAB method, aiming to enhance the extraction process and improve the quality and yield...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i5423
Adenike Oluwaseun, ADEFILA, Temidayo, OGUNMOYOLE, Florence Yetunde, AKINLOYE, Juliet Sinatu, AYOBAMIDELE & Oluyemisi Omotayo, OMONIJE·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
This study aimed to optimize the production of amylases from grains of fonio which are of two main types; Digitaria exilis popular referred to as white fonio or Acha and Digitaria iburua, commonly known as black fonio or Iburu. These are with a view of determining the suitability...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i5422
Evariste Josué Momo, Francine Pamela Kamsu Noumegna, Sandrine Njuenkou Possi, Boniface Pone Kamdem, Pierre Michel Jazet Dongmo & Fabrice Fekam Boyom·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
The outcome of antifungal treatments is hindered by various conditions, such as resistance and tolerance of certain fungal pathogens. Mycoses of nails and skin, which are primarily caused by dermatophytes, are the most common fungal infections, with Trichophyton rubrum being the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4421
Stephen D. Titus, Shuaibu M. Bala, Achilus Francis, Ikenna K. Maduike, Omachonu A. Odoma, Mohammed S. Aliyu, Ezeonu C. Stephen, Silas V. Tatah & Elewechi Onyike·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Aims: We optimized poly γ-glutamic acid (γ-PGA) production from Bacillus subtilis isolate utilizing rice husk in solid-state fermentation (SSF). The effects of various factors, including medium components and process conditions, on γ-PGA yield, with a focus on enhancing productio...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4420
The study investigated the antidiabetic property of Medicago sativa (Alfalfa) aqueous leaf extract on alloxan-induced diabetes in Wistar Albino Rats. A total of 37 rats weighing 120-150g were used for the study. Twelve (12) rats were acclimatized for five days and acute toxicity...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4419
Childhood obesity represents a multifactorial and progressive metabolic condition that poses significant short- and long-term threats to pediatric health. Beyond excessive fat accumulation, it disrupts endocrine, cardiovascular, hepatic, and immune systems, predisposing children...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4418
Nkechi Precious Isibor, Emuesiri Goodies Moke, Emuesiri Kohworho Umukoro, Theresa Ezedom, Erhiori Akponah & Sinodukoo Eziuzo Okafo·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is one of the most prevalent chronic metabolic diseases, and its high prevalence suggests an increased incidence of co-morbidities such as hypertension and heart failure which consequently may require the use of propranolol as a therapeutic agen...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4416
Abbas A, Yaradua AI, Nasir A, Usman A, Sada AA, Suleiman ZA, Halliru MI, Labaran IA, Matazu KI, Bala MG, Mukhtar F & Kabir M.·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
The production of poultry contributes significantly to global food security by offering a reasonably priced source of protein. However, a major obstacle is the high cost of feed components, especially maize. Because of its high fiber content and anti-nutritional elements like tan...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4417
Ibe Arthur Onuah, Wokocha Peter Gift, Nwodo Chinagorom Augustina, Okoli Chidinma Ebelechukwu, Okari Karibo Amakiri & Opusunju Boma Harris·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Ocimum gratissimum (OG), a widely utilized medicinal herb, has limited documentation regarding its effects on hematological and coagulation parameters. This study investigated the sub-chronic impact of aqueous OG leaf extract on blood indices and clotting time in male Wistar rats...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4415
Abubakar Mannir Rawayau, John Abunimye Ushie, Ummulkhairi Tukur, Nwachukwu Kelly Onwuchekwa, Sadiq Bishir, Ridwan Abdulazeez & Rufai Nasir·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Hydrocarbonoclastic bacteria play crucial roles in natural attenuation of petroleum hydrocarbon contamination in the environment. Paenibacillus species are characterized by their ability to form endospores, produce various enzymes, and survive in harsh environmental conditions, m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4414
Umma Aliyu Idris, Abdullahi Nasir, Ibrahim Hamza Kankia, Aliyu Ibrahim Yaradua, Ibrahim Usman Muhammad, Akilu Sada Abdullahi, Rukayya Lawal Gambo & Haruna Tsoho Bala·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Aim: To investigate α –amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitory effects of the methanolic leaf extract of Ficus abutilifolia In vitro. Study Design: The leaf extract was fractionated using Thin Layer Chromatography. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemistry, Umaru Musa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4413
Onyinyechi Chijioke Njoku, Chidi Uzoma Igwe, Favour Ntite Ujowundu, Chieme Sunday Chukwudoruo, Chimdi Ezichi Esonu, Raymond Chigozie Ibeh, Nnenna Chinenyenwa Osuji-kalu, Blessing Amarachi Mba, Olachi Lilian Osuagwu & Chibuike Valentine Edom·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Background: Evidence has suggested that the pathogenesis of prostatic hyperplasia and prostate cancer is closely related to the state of oxidative stress in prostate tissue. This study evaluated the anti-oxidative stress effects of A. muricata ethanol stem bark extract in N-nitro...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4412
Background: Antioxidants are molecules capable of donating one or more electrons to free radicals, thereby stabilizing and neutralizing them. By doing so, antioxidants help protect the body from oxidative stress and its associated health risks. Aims: This study aims to determine...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4411
Debasmita Sil, Sayan Saha, Tridip Bhattacharjee, Soumitra Sankar Das, Kunal Debbarma, Tapan Kumar Maity & Debashish Sen·Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry·2025
Background: To characterize Dolichos bean germplasm collected from different sources based on agro-morphological characteristics and identify suitable Bean lines used as Vegetable purpose in the hilly region of Tripura, field experiment was carried out at the Experimental Farm of...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i4410