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A Rare Cause of Progressive Spastic Motor Impairment in a Child: Vanishing White Matter Disease Due to Novel EIF2B1 Compound Heterozygosity—A Case Report with Physiotherapy Correlation

Riya Trivedi, Nikita Patel, Adyata Dave & Kosha Shah · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Leukoencephalopathy with vanishing white matter (VWM), also known as childhood ataxia with central nervous system hypomyelination, is a rare autosomal recessive leukodystrophy caused by pathogenic variants in EIF2B1–EIF2B5; EIF2B1-related disease is comparatively unco...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i101439

Perceived Barriers to Immunization and Effective Strategies for Improving Uptake among Parents and Caregivers in Yobe State, Nigeria

Dauda Bukar Dauda, Kabiru M. Yakasai & Muhammad Abdullahi Sabo · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Introduction: Immunisation as a public health intervention has proven to be one of the most effective methods of controlling and eliminating life-threatening infectious diseases that cause morbidity and mortality among infants and children. Despite its availability and effectiven...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i101440

Design, Development, and Characterization of Luliconazole-loaded Bilosomal Gel for Enhanced Cutaneous Delivery

Deepak Prashar, Sarbjot Singh, Anita Devi, Anish Verma, Navdeep Kaur, Anuneet Kaur & Ayushi Singla · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Luliconazole (LZ) is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent whose topical performance is limited by poor aqueous solubility and restricted skin penetration. This study aimed to develop and characterise LZ-loaded bilosomes incorporated into a topical gel to enhance cutaneous delivery....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i101441

Exploring Local Community Knowledge to Conserve the Endangered Microberlinia bisulcata A.Chev in Ebo Forest, Cameroon

Mandah Cicelia Takor, Onana Jean Michel & Biye Elvire Hortense · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2026

Aims: This study assessed local ecological knowledge, perceptions, utilisation, and attitudes towards the conservation of the endangered tree species Microberlinia bisulcata A. Chev. (Zingana) in Ebo Forest, Cameroon, with the aim of identifying opportunities for strengthening co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2026/v9i2348

Design of New Alkylphenols with Theoretical Values of their Water/ Octanol Partition Coefficients

Fatogoma Diarrassouba, Cheickna Cissé, Kafoumba Bamba & Nahossé Ziao · International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry · 2026

In our previous work, we established a predictive QSPR (Quantitative Structure-Property Relationship) model for the water/octanol partition coefficient, based on electronic energy (ET), LUMO (Lowest Unoccupied Molecular Orbital) energy, and the energy gap (ΔEgap). This model has...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/irjpac/2026/v27i51030

Distribution of Hydrocarbon-Utilising Bacteria and Fungi, Faecal Contamination and Associated Human Health Risk in Soil, Sediment and Surface Water of Eagle Island, Port Harcourt, Niger Delta, Nigeria

L. C. Nnodim, M. N. Ugoji, N. Isotop & G. C. Disegha · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2026

Peri-urban creek margins in the Niger Delta are exposed to both petroleum-derived contamination and domestic waste, but comparative information on microbial responses across soil, sediment and surface water remains limited. This study characterised microbial populations, hydrocar...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2026/v20i9524

Neuroprotective Effects of Eleveted Dose Vitamin A on the Hippocampus of Adult Male Wistar Rats Exposed to Toxic Doses of Methamphetamine

Ezejindu Damian NNABUIHE, Joshua Izuchukwu ABUGU, Enemuo IJEOMA, Okeke Somadina Nnamdi, K. Ogbuokiri Doris, Okeke Henry Kachikwuru, Ekoh Augustine Alobu, Benedict Nzube Obinwa, Chinyere Elizabeth Eze, Nwaefulu Kester Eluemunor, Sobanke A. Omolara, Chidinma Ifeyinwa Mmaju, Okafor Anulika Jacinta, Chuka-Onwuokwu Ngozi Cynthia, Ejiogu Ikedichukwu Chibueze, Nwoko Sebastine Okechukwu, Wuraola Serah Nnaemeka, Ebi Victory Chinecherem, Agu Augustine Uchenna, Ugwu Augustus Uchenna, Nwodo Ndubuisi Francis, Elemuo Chukwuebuka Stanley, Agbai Johnson Ukwa, Muorah Chinecherem Onyekachi & Ozoemena Chiadikobi Lawrence · Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2026

Methamphetamine overstimulates brain regions such as the striatum and hippocampus by increasing neurotransmitter activity, thereby causing neurotoxicity, whereas vitamin A may help protect neurons through anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects. This study investigated the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrimps/2026/v15i3410

Bioactive Evaluation and Antimicrobial Activities of Nigerian Mistletoe (Phragmanthera incana) Leaf Extracts

L. E. Gambo, D. A. Dashak & A. M. Lohdip · Asian Journal of Research in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2026

Mistletoe is a hemiparasitic medicinal plant traditionally used for several human and animal ailments. This study evaluated the phytochemical constituents and antibacterial activity of aqueous and methanolic leaf extracts of Nigerian mistletoe parasitic on Stereospermum kunthianu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrimps/2026/v15i3411

Spatio-Temporal Assessment of Built-Up Expansion in Ghaziabad District, India Using the Normalized Difference Built-up Index (NDBI)

Sadaf · Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology · 2026

Background: Urbanisation in developing countries has considerably changed land surfaces, including through urban expansion and its effects on natural landscapes. Aims: The present study investigates the spatial distribution and temporal variation of built-up regions.  Study Desig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajee/2026/v25i91008

Serum Vitamin B12 and Creatine Kinase Status and Their Relationships with Haematological Parameters in Nigerian Sickle Cell Anaemia Patients

M.M. Akanbi, R.P. Akpan, F.O. Amusan, B.E. Adesina, A.O. Adewale, O.A. Adeyanju & Akanbi Kayode · International Journal of Research and Reports in Hematology · 2026

Aims: To determine serum vitamin B12 and creatine kinase levels and to establish their relationships with selected haematological parameters among patients with sickle cell anaemia attending a tertiary hospital in southwestern Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional comparative...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijr2h/2026/v9i2237

Influence of Electron Beam Irradiation on the Structural, Optical, and Electrical Properties of Ag₂Se Thin Films

V. G. Kurundkar, V. P. Malekar, A. N. Sarwade, V. K. Chaudhari & V. J. Fulari · Asian Journal of Research and Reviews in Physics · 2026

The present work aims to investigate the effect of electron irradiation on the properties of silver selenide thin films. In this work, dendritic Ag₂Se thin films were synthesised via a facile, low-cost potentiostatic electrodeposition technique on fluorine-doped tin oxide (FTO) g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajr2p/2026/v10i4245

Mitral Bioprosthetic Valve Thrombosis Mimicking Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis: A Diagnostic Challenge Highlighting the Role of Multimodality Imaging

S. Abbi, K. Zrigui, O. Chmali, I. Bargach, A. Maamri, E. Cherief, A. Khannouch & T. Hassani · Cardiology and Angiology: An International Journal · 2026

Aims: Bioprosthetic valve thrombosis (BPVT) is an under-recognised cause of prosthetic valve dysfunction and may mimic prosthetic valve endocarditis. This case highlights the diagnostic value of integrating multimodality imaging with clinical, microbiological, and therapeutic fin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ca/2026/v15i3562

Microbial Contamination of Dishwares and Dishwashing Water in Tertiary Institution Restaurants: Implications for Food Safety and Public Health in Offa, Nigeria

C. A. Olafimihan & A. S. Awe · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2026

Background: Foodborne diseases attributable to contaminated food-contact surfaces constitute a major public health burden in developing countries. Dishware and dishwashing water in institutional food-service settings represent critical but understudied transmission vectors for pa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i91183

Molecular Characterization of Herpes Simplex Virus Type-2 (HSV-2) among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care in Some Hospitals within Bauchi Metropolis

J. Yisa, T. Inusa, A. Salisu, S. J. Linus, U. N. Harrison, J. Davidson, S. Ismail, Z. M. Kabeer, A. J. Na’Allah, A. D. Muhammad, F. M. Ado & M. Y. Iliyasu · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2026

Background: Herpes simplex virus type-2 (HSV-2) belongs to the Alphaherpesvirinae subfamily within the Herpesviridae family and causes genital herpes. Genital HSV infection is a pressing public health issue, with its global prevalence rising significantly over the past 40 years....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i101184

Long-Term Integrated Farming System Alters Soil Carbon Dynamics across Soil Depths in the Northwestern Himalayan Region of Jammu and Kashmir

Surender Kumar, Sheikh Amjid, Ravi Kumar, Gajveer Meena, Bhim Singh, Bilqees Farooq, Toiba Gul, Naveena, Naresh Kumar Yadav, Sofi Basit Zahoor, Zainab Jabeen, Suhail Raj Rana, Davinder Paul Singh & Ibtisam Irshad · Journal of Scientific Research and Reports · 2026

A decade-long field investigation was carried out at the one-hectare Integrated Farming System (IFS) research model of the AICRP-IFS, Farming System Research Centre, SKUAST-Jammu, Chatha, and at an adjoining farmer’s field representing the existing farming system (EFFS), to chara...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jsrr/2026/v32i94489