Major shifts in intestinal commensal bacteria often result in changes in CD4+ T lymphocyte populations, leading to an influx of Th17 cells, chronic inflammation, and eventually cancer. Consequently, the inappropriate propagation of certain commensal species in the gut has been as...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26690
Aim: The present work deals with the purification and characterization of an alkaline protease produced by an alkalophilic bacterium, Bacillus agaradhaerens and establishment of its suitability as detergent additive. Methodology: Bacterial isolates producing alkaline protease wer...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26065
The term probiotic refers to viable, non-pathogenic microorganisms when ingested in an adequate and controlled amount confer health benefits for the host. In present review, the beneficial effect of probiotics to human health is presented. Introduction section discuss details abo...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24586
Aims: Toothbrush has been universally accepted as the most effective tool for removing harmful plaque and bacteria from mouth. On average, colonization of bacteria is reduced by 88.8% as a result of brushing. Toothbrush if not properly taken care of before, during and after use m...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26824
Background: Clarithromycin is the most commonly recommended antibiotic in Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) eradication regimens, but the prevalence of clarithromycin-resistant H. pylori is increasing. Clarithromycin-resistance is associated with mutations in the 23S rRNA gene. The...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26157
Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of inorganic nutrient sources in crude oil degradation. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at Environmental Microbiology Department, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, between January and June 2015. Methodology: Hydrocarbon pol...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26027
Nosocomial infections are a major public health problem globally and are on the increase despite efforts in hospital infection control measures and contribute significantly to morbidity and mortality. Naturally, any micro-organism has the potential to cause infection in hospital...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25895
Aims: Management of infections in new-born remain a major problem globally due to their delicate nature. Bacteremia in new born has resulted in high mortality. Determining the prevalence and antibiotic susceptibility pattern of Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae and Staphylo...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25324
The presence of ochratoxin A (OTA) in cocoa beans is a major health concern, due to its deleterious effects on humans and animals. During the traditional processing and storage of cocoa, fungi contamination occurs. Many of these fungi, produce mycotoxins that can cause acute or c...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25072
Background: Onychomycosis is a common fungal infection of the nails that apart from causing disfigurement of the nails acts as a source of other fungal infections. Prompt diagnosis along with appropriate antifungal therapy can help prevent such complications. Aims: To find out t...
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Research Article10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25970