A study was conducted in several households in the Mendong neighborhood of Yaoundé (Cameroon) from January to March 2025 to assess the level of microbiological contamination of groundwater in storage or in use in relation to physicochemical variables. Water samples were collected...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121668
Aims: The Global Point Prevalence Survey (Global-PPS) provides a standardized tool to measure and monitor antimicrobial prescribing and resistance worldwide. Study Design: A descriptive, cross-sectional point prevalence survey. Place and Duration of Study: Albert Royer National...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121669
The sustainability of global agriculture is increasingly threatened by climate change, soil degradation, declining biodiversity, and the overuse of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. In this context, plant- and soil-associated microbiomes have emerged as vital allies for achiev...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121670
Canine distemper virus (CDV) is an infectious disease of canines in the overall world, mainly in developing countries where proper immunization is not enclosed. This study was conducted to evaluate the clinical signs and physiological parameters alterations in canine distemper vi...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121667
Bacteria cellulose production from rice husk by acetic acid bacteria isolated from palm wine was carried out in Abakaliki, Ebonyi State. 120 palm wine samples were collected at Nkwagu market from different palm wine tappers while the rice husk were collected from Abakaliki rice m...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111664
The identity and safety of two strains of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum and two strains of Bacillus subtilis, isolated from fermenting sweet potato broth and fermenting African yam beans seeds respectively, were evaluated using 16S rRNA gene sequences. The strains applicability f...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121665
Background: Chickpea productivity is severely constrained by soil-borne fungal pathogens Sclerotium rolfsii and Rhizoctonia bataticola, which cause collar rot and dry root rot. This study explores the chickpea rhizosphere for beneficial bacteria, that suppress these pathogens and...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121666
Mechanic workshops constitute significant sources of soil pollution, primarily owing to automotive repair activities coupled with persistent discharge spent hydrocarbons, heavy metals, etc. The frequency of exposure impose selective pressures on indigenous microbial communities,...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111663
Background and Aims: A bacterial gastroenteritis commonly caused by Campylobacter jejuni (C. jejuni) and Campylobacter coli (C. coli) is known as campylobacteriosis. Among the most common bacterial infections associated with food poisoning, thermotolerant Campylobacter species ar...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111661
The initiative presents a manually operated agricultural sprayer that includes a weed removal feature, specifically designed for farming purposes. This advancement seeks to tackle various significant environmental and sustainability issues. By moving away from conventional engine...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111662
Background: Malaria is a vector-borne illness that is caused by the Plasmodium Parasite. There are many Plasmodium species but only five affect human, of which Plasmodium falciparum is most deadly. Plasmodium falciparum is mostly found in Africa and is mostly the cause of malaria...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111659
Background: In Daloa, Côte d’Ivoire, the sale of pork barbecues has increased markedly over the past five years. The production and sale chain for these barbecues involves multiple handling steps that can introduce critical contamination points. Pork and personnel participating i...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111660
AY Bazata, AA Turaki, MB Danlami, B Aliyu, H Gulumbe, N Muhammad, SA Fana, MDA Bunza, UM Giro, ZM Kalgo, U Aminu, ZU Illo, SK Ahmad, LA Tsafe, YL Dabban, M Abdullahi, JB Danjuma & A Shamsuddeen·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Background: Schistosomiasis, a parasitic infection classified as a major neglected tropical disease, remains stubbornly endemic within the riverine communities of Kebbi State, Nigeria. Existing control efforts, centered on school-based mass drug administration (MDA), unintentiona...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111658
Sponge gourd (Luffa cylindrica (L.) Roxb.) is one of the most widely cultivated vegetables in the Cucurbitaceae family. It is highly nutritious, providing a good source of vitamins, iron, and essential minerals. The vegetable is light, easy to digest, and commonly used in a varie...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111655
Background: Environmental aeroallergens and dietary allergens significantly contribute to hypersensitivity reactions. Their impact in Basrah province residence remains unclear. Objective: Understanding local allergen patterns is crucial for effective management and treatment of a...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111656