The study focuses on the application of Principal Component Analysis (PCA) combined with MALDI-TOF MS (Matrix-Assisted Laser Desorption/Ionization-Time of Flight Mass Spectrometry) for the identification of waterborne pathogenic bacteria in urban water networks. In this comprehen...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i111494
Study is to evaluate the bacteriological quality of borehole water consumed by residents of the 8th district of the city of N'Djamena. Twenty (20) samples were taken and sent to the National Water Laboratory for the research of microbiological parameters. Four microbiological par...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101492
The cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is an annual herbaceous legume from the genus Vigna. Anthracnoses (Colletotrichum lindemuthianum) is a serious disease in cowpea growing areas and occurs as pre-harvest as well as post-harvest brown to black spots appear on the leaves. Neem oil at d...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101493
Aim: A cross-sectional prevalence study was conducted from 2015 to 2018 in Meghalaya state (India) to determine prevalence of bovine brucellosis by serological tests such as Rose Bengal Plate Test (RBPT), Indirect ELISA (iELISA) and Milk Ring Test (MRT). Materials and Methods: Se...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101491
Joachim Ohiakwu Ezeadila, Christian Chibuzo Uba, Onyekachukwu Izuchukwu Udemezue, Peace Chidimma Ilo, Christian Chinedu Orji & Chukwuebuka Chisom Anene·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
Vaginal candidiasis, primarily caused by microorganisms belonging to the Candida genus, is a common fungal infection prevalent among millions of women worldwide and can lead to significant morbidity. The treatment of Candida infections has often relied on antifungal drugs such as...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101490
The present study aimed to evaluate the level of awareness among cattle farmers about Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD), including its general aspects, transmission, and preventive measures, in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu. The study involved 218 cattle farmers who visited the var...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101489
Agré Don Josette, Bolou Gbouhoury Eric-Kévin, KONAN Gbê Kouakou N’Dri Ange, Koné Check Hamed Baba, Kakou Marie Ange-Evelyne & N’guessan Jean David·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
The recurrent nature of dermatophytes, combined with the development of resistance to antifungal agents, makes the management of these infections more difficult. The search for plant-based compounds that can effectively combat dermatoses offers an ideal alternative in the African...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101488
Phytobiomes encompass the dynamic ecosystems surrounding plants, which include a diverse range of microbial communities such as fungi, bacteria, algae, viruses, and nematodes. These microorganisms interact intricately with plants, influencing their health, growth, and resilience....
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101486
Background: The development of stomach illnesses has been linked, in part, to Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) infection; in clinical practice, accurate identification of Helicobacter pylori infection is crucial, H. pylori infection was associated with a decrease in microbial dive...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i101487
Muhammad Suhaib Ismayil M, N R Kiran, Kavya Thottempudi, Akash Yadav, R. Vinothini, Akshay Kisan Mundhe, Manisha Satyawan Mote & Shankar M·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
Gene editing has emerged as a transformative tool in modern agriculture, offering new avenues for enhancing disease resistance in crops. By precisely modifying the DNA of plants, scientists can develop varieties that are better equipped to withstand the onslaught of pathogens, wh...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91485