Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) has long been safely applied in the production of fermented foods and beverages. These bacteria are important for their contribution to food quality and also for their undeniable effects on health. In Africa, despite the abundance of isolated food sourc...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i3626
Analysis of stomach contents of Synodontis obesus (BOULENGER, 1898: SILURIFORMES, MOCHOKIDAE) in the Lower Cross River, Nigeria was carried out with standard methods to assess the food items and diet preference of the S. obesus. A total of 160 individuals of S. obesus (Mochokidae...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i3625
Aim: Sweet potatoes (Ipomoea batatas [L.] Lam) were studied to assess the influence of x-ray irradiation on the morphological performance. Place and Duration of Study: Samples were collected from National Root Crop Research Institute (NRCRI), Umudike, irradiation was done in the...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i3624
Aim: Zooplanktons in the Calabar Great Kwa River were studied to assess the effect of pollution from human activities around the river on their respective abundance. Place and Duration of Study: Samples were collected at the Esuk Atu and Esuk Atimbo stations of the Calabar Great...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i3623
Aims: This study was aimed at investigating the microbial quality of air within the confines of nursery school children. Early exposure to these indoor pollutants can lead to major public health concerns which include acute respiratory tract infections, allergies as well as cance...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i3622
Nda Mefo'o Jean Pierre, Ondoua Jacques Arnauld, Ngene Jean Pierre, Mbosso Teinkela Jean Emmanuel, Ngo Malabo Elodie, Olemba Clemence, Ngoule Charles Christian, Etame Loe Gisèle & Okalla Ebongue Cécile·Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology·2023
Introduction: The prescription of biological examinations is the first step in guaranteeing the quality of the results of the biological analyzes given by the laboratory. Indeed, the irregularity of requests for biological examinations makes it difficult to carry out and interpre...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i2621
Phytochemical and antioxidant evaluation of ethanolic extracts of Hedranthera barteri leaves is an anti-inflammatory agent which exhibits both hyposecretive and cytoprotective effects. The aim of this study is to evaluate the phytochemical screening and antioxidant capacity of H...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i2620
Uricase is a major component enzyme of uric acid estimation kit which used for diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of gout and joint inflammations. Uricase/Uric Acid diagnostic kit used for determination of uric acid concentrations in plasma, serum, and urine. The level of uricas...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i2619
Aim: Over dependence on fossil fuels has triggered environmental and economic concerns, creating an ultimate need to redirect towards renewable energy options. Hence, the study on biodiesel production from algal biomass. Study Design: Modified open pond culture system was applied...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i2618
The microalgae Chlorella vulgaris is not only known as a source of lipid compounds for the biofuel industry but also as a potential source of biomass production for aquaculture. This study investigated the influence of some nutritional factors (organic carbon source and C:N ratio...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i2617
Shallow mountain lakes are highly sensitive to eutrophication. Cyanobacteria and microalgae in planktonic communities are the main producers in lake ecosystems, but stability of its communities is impacted by numerous factors. The aim of this study is to analyze seasonal diversit...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i1616
Brena Barros Mendonça da Silva, Bruna Barros Mendonça da Silva, Giovana Pereira de Souza, Eder Ferreira de Arruda, Ana Bessa Muniz, Clarice Maia Carvalho & Rodrigo Asfury Rodrigues·Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology·2023
Aims: The indiscriminate use of antimicrobials contributed to the selection of multiresistant bacterial strains, mainly Enterococcus faecalis, leading to the search for new strategies for these infections, requiring the identification of new bioactive compounds from medicinal pla...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i1615
Background /Aim: The consumption of ready-to-eat fruits such as oranges has increased in recent times. This study assessed the correlation between some physical and microbial quality characteristics of peeled sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) sold in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i1613
Aim: To evaluate the effect of co-inoculation with Pseudomonas fluorescens and P. fluorescens + Azospirillum brasilense on seedling emergence speed, development and soybean yield. Study Design: Randomized complete block design with five treatments and eight replications. Place an...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i1614
Proteases are a varied and ancient family of enzymes that play a part in every aspect of an organism's functioning. As a member of the hydrolytic enzyme family, they help break down proteins into smaller peptides and amino acids. Proteases carry out a nucleophilic attack on the c...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2023/v26i1612