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Enhancing Colour Brightness in Barbir Fish (Puntius conchonius) Trough Dietary Supplementation with Pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) Flour

Dinda Tazkia Putri, Ibnu Dwi Buwono, Kiki Haetami & Roffi Grandiosa · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

This study aimed to evaluate the effect of adding pumpkin (Cucurbita moschata) flour to commercial feed on the colour brightness of barbir fish (Puntius conchonius), as well as to determine the optimal supplementation dose for maximum colour enhancement. The experiment was conduc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1161

Absence of Validated Artemisinin Combination Therapy Resistance Markers in High and Low Malaria Transmission Seasons in Kano and Jigawa States, Nigeria

Mahmud Safiyanu, Yayo Abdulsalami Manu, Adamu Jibrin Alhasan & Abdullahi Abdulkadir Imam · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

Introduction: The first line treatment of uncomplicated malaria (ACT) is under threat due to evolution of drug-resistant P. falcifarum species. Five amino acid on pfk13 propeller domain has been established to account for ACT resistance alongside candidate mutations in some Asian...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1160

Molecular Detection of Herpes Simplex 1, 2 and Human Cytomegalovirus in Chronic Periodontitis Patients in Khartoum State, Sudan

Husham M Taha Aloob, Dalal Abdelrahaman Noreldin Ahmed, Abdelhakam H Ali & Khalid Abdullah Enan · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

Background: Herpes virus infected periodontal sites tend to show tissue breakdown more frequently than herpes virus free sites, and this active infection is associated with increased risk of progressive periodontal disease, Herpes viruses can reduce the host defense system via in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1159

Effects of Occupational Exposure to Heavy Metals on Oxidative DNA Damage in Some Artisans in Rivers State, Nigeria

Adele, U.A., Onwuli, D.O., Brown, H. & Bartimaeus, E.S. · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

Aim: To assess the effects of occupational exposure to heavy metals on oxidative DNA damage in some artisans in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: Automobile workshops, welding workshops, and painting workshops,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1158

Isolation and Identification of Fungi Producing Amylase from Locally Made Pap Residue

Ifeanyi B. Ezea, Joy O. Okechim & Charles C. Chigbu · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

Amylase are enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of glycosidic bonds present in starch to release simple sugars and produce different monomeric products. Microbial amylase are essential enzymes compared with animals and plants amylases in industrial applications. Thus, in Eastern...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1157

Pharmacogenomics: Generalities and Applications in the Pharmaceutical Sciences

Fabiana Corrales-Araya, Luis Roberto Solís-Alfaro, Valeria Suárez-Rocha, Leandro Villalobos-Bravo & Juan José Mora-Román · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2025

Although the main objective of drugs is to improve the person's health, not all people present the same response since it can be exacerbated, adequate, or absent. This variability is associated with gender, age, lifestyle, and therapeutic adherence. Pharmacogenomics studies the g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2025/v8i1156

Comparative Effects of Aqueous Leaf Extracts of Vernonia amygdalina and Seed Extract of Irvingia gabonensis in Alloxan-Induced Diabetic Rats

Ezekwe Ahamefula Sunday, Wokocha Peter Gift, Okari Karibo Amakiri, Achor Mike Tochi & Fubara Boma Ngo · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

With the increasing prevalence of diabetes and the side effects associated with chemical medications, exploring non-pharmacological treatments is of significant interest. Vernonia amygdalina and Irvingia gabonensis are among the widely used medicinal herbs. This study compares th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2024/v7i2155

In vitro Propagation of Two Prunus Rootstocks

Ahmad Elbitar, Ali Chehade, Lamia Kassem, Lamis Chalak, Zeinab Fahs, Wissam El Atat & Suzanne Yahfoufi · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Stone fruit trees occupy about 17% of the total area of permanent crops. Myrobalan 29/C (Prunus cerasifera.) and GF677 (a natural hybrid of peach and almond) rootstocks, are attracting attention in Lebanese agriculture due to their diverse agricultural characteristics. Traditiona...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbge/2024/v7i2154

Anti-diabetic Potential of Aqueous Leaf Extract of Anacardium occidentale in Alloxan-induced Diabetic Albino Rats

Ikenna-Ukomadu Amarachukwu, Ezekwe Ahamefula Sunday, Wokocha Peter Gift & Okari Karibo Amakiri · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

As the global incidence of diabetes continues to rise, and with the limitations of existing therapeutic options, exploring alternative plant-based treatments becomes imperative. This study investigates the antidiabetic potential of the aqueous leaf extract of Anacardium occidenta...

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Unlocking Nature’s Genetic Secret: The Power of DNA Barcoding to Identify Mislabeled Fish Species of Upper Lake of Bhopal, India

Neelima Uikey, Sunita Yadav & Rajkumar Garg · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Fish comprise slightly more than half of all vertebrates, with India accounting for 7.7% of the world’s fish variety. Because of their great diversity and phenotypic flexibility, it can occasionally be challenging to identify them only based on morphological features in their var...

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Patterns of Antibiotic Resistance in Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, Okolobiri, Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Ndu, Ijeoma Festa & Festus, Nathaniel Jack · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Aim: Identification of resistance pattern in some clinical isolates from Niger Delta University Teaching Hospital, Okolobiri, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross-sectional and descriptive study design were utilized in this study. Place and Duration of Study: Niger Delta University Teach...

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Hematological Effects of Chromolaena Odorata Leaves Extract on Phenyl Hydrazine Induced Anaemic Rats

Chimezie Glory Chigozirim, Christopher Danladi, Emmanuel Chinedu Nnadi & Patrick T. E. Ozoh · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Aim: This study aim to investigate the phytochemical profiles of the leaves of Chromolaena odorata and evaluate the effects of its ethanolic extracts on hematological parameters in phenylhydrazine-induced anemia in albino rats. Study Design: A controlled laboratory experiment was...

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Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility Pattern of Salmonella species in Asymptomatic Individuals in Makurdi Metropolis

Fasema, R., Owuna J.E, Nkene, I.H, Abimiku, R.H, Tama, S.C, Igbawua, I.N, Ardaly, A.A.D, Berinyuy, B.E, Iheukwumere, C.C & Imokhe, G.A · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Aims: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility pattern, of Salmonella species among asymptomatic individuals in Makurdi metropolis of Benue state, North central Nigeria. Study Design:  Cross sectional study. Place and Duration of Stud...

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Detection of Viruses Infecting Tomatoes in Cross River State and its Effect on Physiological Growth Parameters

S. E. Osim, O. I. Eyong & E. E. Ekpiken · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is a crop grown for its fruits. It has been reported to play very important role in nutrition and medicine. However, the production of this crop is constrained by viral pathogens which can reduced the quality and quantity of yield produced. Virus lik...

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Correlation and Path Coefficient Analysis of Drought Tolerant Open Pollinated Maize (Zea mays L.) Genotypes in Ethiopia

Kibrom Fisseha & Firew Mekbib · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2024

The development of high yielding genotypes of maize is greatly influenced by the features that are associated with yield and yield components. The Jigjiga Pastoral and Agricultural Research Center's main experimental station was the study site for twenty-four open pollinated maiz...

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