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Influence of Microbial Inoculants and their Consortia on Growth, Yield, and Soil Biological Properties of Maize (Zea mays) under Vertisol Conditions

Gajveer Meena, Syed Ismail, Ravi Kumar, Buddhabhushan Wankhade, Pravin Dalavi & Manish Kumar · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2025

The experiment was conducted at Wheat and Maize Research Unit, Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani to assess the Compatibility and Influence of Microbial Inoculants and their Consortia on Maize Grown on Vertisol during Kharif season of 2022. Ten different treatm...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2025/v28i123442

Exploring the Plant Growth Promoting Potentials of Bacteria Recovered from a Coal Mine Soil for Biorestoration Purpose

Tari Tessy Timiondi & Chinyere Augusta Ajuzieogu · Asian Soil Research Journal · 2025

Aim: Coal mining leads to the degradation of surface soil’s physical, chemical and microbiological properties. However, functional microorganisms (such as plant growth promoting microorganisms) with the potential to produce phytohormones, fix nitrogen, solubilize phosphate, and o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/asrj/2025/v9i4209

Retrogradation of Sorghum Starch: An Investigation into the Effects of Alcohol and Water

Ojima, S., Denis, J., Hassan, I. S., Maishanu, S. A. & Emmanuel, O. · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2025

This study investigated the retrogradation behavior of sorghum starch (Sorghum bicolor) under the influence of alcohol and water, with emphasis on changes in physicochemical properties relevant to food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Sorghum starch was extracted usi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2025/v17i12509

Assessment of the Possibility of Increasing Phosphorous and Potassium in Fish Tonic by Natural Minerals

J.A.S.K. Jayakodi, S.L. Nawarathna, D.M.P.S. Dissanayake, N.P. Vidanapathirana, W.M.H.H. Wijesuriya & S.A.P. Nelka · Asian Journal of Research in Agriculture and Forestry · 2025

Fish tonic, a liquid fertilizer derived from fermented fish waste, is valued for its nutrient content and microbial benefits. However, its typically low phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) levels limits its effectiveness as a balanced fertilizer. Meantime, sugar source is more effec...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajraf/2025/v11i4459

A Study of Factors Influencing the Absorption of Regional Development Funds in Kenya

Gabriel M. Laiboni · Journal of Economics, Management and Trade · 2025

When Kenya’s new constitution was promulgated in August 2010, citizens’ prospects for the future of the country were upbeat. It was largely anticipated that the devolved system of government enshrined in the constitution would lead to a future of prosperity and good governance. F...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jemt/2025/v31i121378

Maternal Toxoplasma Gondii Infection and Vertical Transmission Patterns among Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Health Facility

OKPANI, CHIOMA OZIOMA, ALEGBELEYE, JUSTINA OMOIKHEFE & ORAZULIKE, NGOZI CLARE · International Journal of TROPICAL DISEASE & Health · 2025

Background: Gestational toxoplasmosis when transmitted from a mother to her child leads to miscarriages, preterm labour, and intrauterine fetal death. For babies who survive intrauterine life congenital toxoplasmosis is characterized by hydrocephalus, microcephaly, seizures, lear...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijtdh/2025/v46i121707

Giant Multiloculated Ameloblastoma Causing Extensive Destruction of the Mandible and Midface: A Case Report

Hamza Benghaleb, Salma Bensimimou, Meriem Lahjaouej, Myriam Loudghiri, Walid Bijou, Youssef Oukessou, Sami Rouadi, Redallah Abada, Mohamed Roubal & Mohamed Mahtar · Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery · 2025

Ameloblastoma is a slow-growing odontogenic tumor that can cause painless swelling of the face. The local aggressive behavior of the tumor may directly damage surrounding soft and hard tissues. The study aims to report a rare case of a giant multiloculated ameloblastoma with exte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajcrs/2025/v8i2729

Deficit Irrigation and Root Zone Soil Thermal Regimes in Water Limited Agriculture: A Review

Onofua, O.E., Abegunrin T.P., Awe, G.O., Adejumobi, M.A., Motake, M.S., Marake, M.V., Seutloali-Thamae, K., Adeosun, B.A., Aderinto, F.A., Adebayo, T.B. & Adesoye, I.O. · Journal of Agriculture and Ecology Research International · 2025

Soil thermal properties strongly influence root-zone temperature and crop performance under deficit irrigation, but are rarely considered in irrigation design for water-scarce regions. This systematic review synthesizes studies (2020 onwards) on how deficit irrigation and water-s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jaeri/2025/v26i6720

Pre-varsity Students’ Ease of Use and Perception of Online Entrance Examination at Obafemi Awolowo University, Nigeria

Oyeniran Oyetola, Akintitan Kehinde Oluyemisi & Adetoun Gift Ugbome · Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies · 2025

The exodus from traditional paper-based examination mode to online assessments in Nigeria Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) requires the need to evaluate students’ experiences to ensure efficiency and satisfaction. Thus, this study examined pre-varsity students’ ease of use an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajess/2025/v51i122737

Exploring the Impact of the Matric Rewrite Program on Underperforming Learners in Public Schools: A Qualitative Study in Limpopo Province, South Africa

Nkarhi Excellent Mathebula, Simon Pheagane Lepelle & Mohammed Xolile Ntshangase · Asian Journal of Education and Social Studies · 2025

The matric rewrite program in South Africa is a vital next step intervention that aims to tackle the academic performance of students who have failed the primary school leaving examination. A qualitative approach is used to investigate how the program serves as an instrument to s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajess/2025/v51i122738

Morphological Variation, Ecological Adaptation, and Folk Classification of Ethiopian Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) Landraces: A Comparative Analysis of Statistical Clustering and Traditional Taxonomy

Merwan Biruk Mohammed · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor), a cornerstone of food security in Ethiopia, exhibits remarkable morphological diversity shaped by agroecological factors and traditional farming practices. This study investigates how altitude and environmental conditions influence morphological traits...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i125891

Harmful Insects of Okra and Eggplant : A Study Conducted in the Lowland Areas of Daloa

Ahouty Ahouty Bernardin, Yao Blé Gbacla Flora Dominique, Kouadio Yao Assène, Kassi Bohoussou Georges, Ouattara Ouangbo Yaya, Dago Lydia Karmelle Ornella & Koffi N’goran Mathurin · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Aims: This study aims to inventorize and characterize the harmful insects associated with okra and eggplant in the city of Daloa (Central-Western Côte d’Ivoire). Study Design: Descriptive transversal survey. Place and Duration of Study: In various lowland areas of the city of Dal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i125892

Soil Contamination by Heavy Metals and Pesticides: A Critical Review of Toxicological Mechanisms, Sustainable Remediation Strategies, and One Health Implications

Isak Rajjak Shaikh, Parveen Rajjak Shaikh, Majeed Hazzaa Nomaan & Rafik Rajjak Shaikh · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2025

Background: Soil contamination by heavy metals and pesticides remains a persistent global challenge with far-reaching consequences for agricultural productivity, ecosystem stability, and human health. Despite extensive research, existing studies remain fragmented across soil scie...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2025/v37i125893

Evaluation of Granule Size Indices in Commercially Available Urea Fertilizers in India

Vasu Kumar, Mrudulata M. Deshmukh, Pradeep Rajan, S. K. Thakare, S. H. Thakare, A. V. Gajakos, Chanchal Gupta & S. A. Kanade · Journal of Experimental Agriculture International · 2025

Urea is the most widely used nitrogen fertilizer in India, yet limited information is available on the granule size characteristics of commercially available products from different manufacturers. Granule size plays an important role in fertilizer handling, metering behavior, and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jeai/2025/v47i123947

Antimicrobial Activity of Bacteriocins against Bacterial Contaminants in Abattoir Wastewater

Chidiebere Anab-Atulomah, Ejikeme Nwachukwu, VINCENT CHUKWUEMEKA EZE, VIVIAN NWANYIBUEZE KANU & EZINNE GERALDINE UWANU-MECHA · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Abattoir wastewater is treated by physical, chemical and biological methods before release or reuse. These methods have high costs and the use of chemicals has adverse effects on the environment and human health. Aims: The research investigated the effect of bacterioc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i121043