Acacia senegal (L.) Wild colonizes the Western Sahel of Mali. This agroforestry species plays an important role in the socio-economic life of local populations. The density of this species has declined sharply recently because of climate change and anthropogenic factors. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i3489
The existence of bears in Himachal Pradesh contributes significantly to the region's biodiversity. However, rising confrontations between bears and people pose substantial concerns. In Himachal Pradesh; Himalayan brown bears are reported in 10 protected areas. The Asiatic black b...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i3487
Increased exposure to low-frequency electromagnetic fields (LF-EMFs; 3 Hz–300 kHz) from sources like power lines, appliances, and industrial equipment has raised concerns about their potential biological effects. While high-frequency EMFs have been extensively studied, the impact...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i3486
Ibrahim Halilou AMADOU, Mahamadou SEYNI YANSAMBOU, Hassane Souley Adamou, Abida Mahaman Lawan Saddi, Moussa Alhadji Djibrine, Llovo-Taboada Jose & Lamine MAHAMAN MOUSTAPHA·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Schistosomiasis, caused by parasites of the genus Schistosoma, is a neglected tropical disease that mainly affects populations in sub-Saharan Africa. In this study, we adapted an optical microscope into a fluorescence microscope by replacing its light source with a UV lamp (300-4...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i3485
In the Sahel, groundnuts play a major role in human and animal nutrition, as well as in cropping systems. However, this crop is often grown on nitrogen- and phosphorus-poor soils, accompanied by pockets of drought during the cycle. This can have negative effects on its agronomic...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2484
KANGA Ahou-Nadia, DJIWONOU Koffi Jean-Baptiste, N’GUESSAN Affoué Sylvie Rachelle, KANE Mankouwlé Aminata Yasmine & AYOLIE Koutoua·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
A study was carried out to assess the impact of different doses of compost on zucchini growth. In Côte d'Ivoire, zucchinis are widely used in gastronomy, as are eggplants. However, their production remains very low, due to the effects of climate change, a shortage of arable land...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2483
Fondio Lassina, Koffi Konan Jean-Mathias, Traoré Brahima & Yao Kouadio Jacques-Edouard·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Background: The growing demand for tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum L.) in Côte d'Ivoire requires the development of new cultivation techniques and methods across the country. The regular consumption of tomatoes or tomato-based products contributes to the food and nutritional secur...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2482
Avinash S Gudigennavar, Jayadev N Hiremath, Anita R Desai, Prabhu K Halakatti, Laxman Vijapur, Somlingesh Shidramshettar, Sakshi Bhattad & Kushal S Tegginamani·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Background: Proniosomal gel of Fenoprofen calcium is a novel drug delivery system designed to enhance the stability, bioavailability and controlled release of Fenoprofen calcium a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for pain and inflammation management. Aim: The aim of the...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2481
Reem Abass Babiker Abass, Husham M Taha Aloob, Samia S Mohamed Ismail, Amira H Arman, Ahmed AbdElhadi Abdlhamed Ibrahem & Abdelhakam H. Ali·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Introduction: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are among the most common bacterial diseases in children, affecting 3–5% of girls and 1% of boys, and leading to significant antibiotic exposure in this population. Initial UTI treatment is often empirical, based on symptomatology wit...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2478
Yao Kouakou Abessika Georges, Gbotto Ahou Anique, Angui Chia Michelle Valerie, Diaby Cheick Hamed Tidjane, Gore Bi Boh Nestor, Akaffou Doffou Sélastique & Zoro Bi Irié Arsene·Asian Journal of Biology·2025
Food security remains a major challenge, particularly in developing countries where post-harvest losses and inadequate storage practices limit the potential of many crops. Phaseolus lunatus, a nutrient-rich legume cultivated for its ability to enrich soils, is underutilized due t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2479
Introduction: African Animal Trypanosomiasis (AAT) is a haemoparasitic disease that considerably hampers socioeconomic development in sub-Saharan Africa. One way to counter this scourge is through vector control and treatment. Objective: This study aims to help breeders in the st...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2477
Jute Mallow (Corchorus olitorius L) is an important leafy vegetable in West Africa. The leaves are an important source of protein, lipids, carbohydrates, vitamins, etc. In some countries, leafy vegetables are still neglected and underused because of their very localized use and t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i2476
Lead acetate is arguably one of the environmental pollutants that threats the lives of living beings in multiple ways. Lead acetate occurs both naturally & due to human activities. Lead Acetate, a potential carcinogen, can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, or derm...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1474
A study on the diversity and classification of epiphytes in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) was conducted on thirty (30) species of epiphytes. As an extension of the research work, fifteen (15) epiphytic plants were selected on the basis of data collected by administering sem...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1475
The presence of Passiflora foetida var. foetida (Passifloraceae), a climbing hirsute herb known for its ecological and ethnobotanical significance, is reported for the first time in Maharashtra, India. During floristic surveys conducted in Chalisgaon tahsil of district Jalgaon. T...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2025/v21i1473