Journal of Advances in Microbiology

Efficacy of Jatropha curcas Leaf Extract on Some Isolates Associated with Surgical Wounds

Tobias Agada Ikoyi, Uju Uchenna Ashien, Banyonga Saidu Bobzom, Ime Aniema-Abasi Wilson, Ukemeobong Aniefiok Akpabio & Chidimma Rosemary Obi-Anyaorah · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Aim: The aim of this study is to determine the antibacterial efficacy of Jatropha curcas leaf extract against some isolates associated with surgical wounds. Study Design: This was a hospital-based study conducted in 2017 in the Department of medical microbiology unit of Bingham u...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i8738

Mycotoxin Content of Fungi-Contaminated Sorghum Sold in Selected Markets in Ibadan, Nigeria

B. A. Bamkefa, O. A. Fatoki, O. Abiola-Olagunju, A. Duyilemi-Olaniyi, A. S. Abeeb, K. O. Adediran & O. O. Ajogbeje · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Aim: This study sought to evaluate the mycoflora associated with sorghum retailed in some selected markets in Ibadan metropolis and assessing the risks associated with their consumption. Methodology: Sorghum samples were obtained from Sango, Oja Oba, Ojoo, Bodija and Orita market...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i7735

Effects of Bacteriocin Extracted from Lactobacillus rhamnosus on Cutaneous Wound Healing in Mice

F. O. Nwajiobi, C. O. Anyamene & C. C. Abana · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Aim: This study evaluates the effects of bacteriocin produced by Lactobacillus rhamnosus on cutaneous wound healing in mice. Study Design: Randomized experimental design was employed in the study from June-September, 2022. Methodology: Probiotic L. rhamnosus was isolated from non...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i7734

Occurrence of Foodborne Bacteria with Outbreak Potentials and Fungi Associated with Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) in Postharvest

Oscar C. A. Akotowanou, Euloge Sènan Adjou, Sylvain Daton Kougblenou, Eliane Akpo, Adéyèmi Berane Olubi, Edwige Dahouenon Ahoussi, Akadiri Yessoufou, Honoré Bankole & Dominique C. K. Sohounhloué · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

The high-water content of tomato predisposes it to spoilage by bacteria and fungi that can pose significant health threats to consumers. However, parameters such as environment and human factors influence the rate of contamination and microbial species involved. Hence, the presen...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i7732

Isolation and Antibiotic Sensitivity of Klebsiella pneumoniae among Urinary Tract Infected Patients in Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital Lafia, Nasarawa State Nigeria

I. G. Innocent, A. G. Gowon, C. Ademah, J. B. Agbese, M. I. Kuleve & O. I. Jonah · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Background and Objectives: Klebsiella pneumoniae complications with limited therapeutic options is considered as one major health issues concerning healthcare professionals worldwide. It is one of the leading nosocomial bacterial pathogen that causes most urinary tract infection,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i7731

Extracellular Synthesis of Fe-NPs by Bacteria/Biosurfactant, Kinetic Parameter and Reduction of Cr (VI) from Pollutant Samples

T. H. Swapna, P. Narendra Kumar, Yahya Khan, Gopal Reddy & Hameeda Bee · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Hexavalent Cr is most toxic metal and hazardous compound worldwide. It is also considered to be cellular oxidizing pollutant causing damage, mutagenic and hematopoietic effects to living systems. Present work is focused on synthesis of zero valent iron nano particles (Fe-NPs) usi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i6730

In-vitro and In-vivo Anti-Candidal Effect of Cnidoscolus aconitifolius Leaves Extracts

J. C. Adindu, C. O. Anyamene, C. U. Ezebialu, D. C. Chukwukaelo, C. F. Chude, L. E. Eruala & A. Umeofor · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Candidiasis is an opportunistic infection caused by pathogens of the genus Candida. Due to the increase in antifungal resistance by Candida species, there is a need for alternatives in its treatment. Cnidoscolus aconitifolius is a medicinal plant with vast nutritional and antimic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i6729

Characterization of Aqueous Extract of Moringa oleifera Leaves using GC-MS Analysis

Ifeoma Ijeoma Anekwe, Chikwendu Chinwe Ifenyinwa, Ekperechi Sabinus Amadi, Nwogwugwu Ngozi Ursulla & Ihenetu Francis Chukwuebuka · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Background: The Evaluation of plants for its bioactive compounds is of great importance to researchers because of their therapeutic properties which can be harnessed to serve as alternatives to antibiotics or the development of novel drugs to fight human infectious diseases. Mori...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i6727

Enhanced L-lysine Production by UV-irradiated and S-2-aminoethyl-L-cysteine Resistant Mutants Derived from Bacillus species Using Agricultural Products as Carbon and Nitrogen Sources

J. Okpalla, I. A. Ekwealor, E. C. S. Okoye, L. C. Okoye & V. E. Ike · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

L-Lysine is essential for human and animal nutrition and may be added to food and feed materials to improve the protein quality. It is utilized in human medicine, in cosmetics and in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the formulation of diets with balanced amino acid co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i6728

Susceptibility of Candida albicans, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli to Extracts of Mango (Magnifera indica)

Renner R. Nrior, Chukwuemeka J. Ugboma, Queen Lugbe & David N. Ogbonna · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2023

Aim: This study was carried out to investigate the Susceptibility of Candida albicans, Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli to extracts from young and mature mango (Magnifera indica) leaves and stem-bark of the same plant.                                                    ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2023/v23i5725