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In vitro Evaluation of Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of Chrysophyllum albidum Stems Bark

Afees Adebayo Oladejo, Mashanty Obem Oyama, Kehinde Olufeyisayo Ayeni, Ebun-Olorun Ayo & Adebowale Samuel Oyerinde · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

The aim of this study was to evaluate the antibacterial and antifungi activities of ethanolic and methanolic extracts from Chrysophyllum albidum stem bark. The crude extracts were screened against Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella, Candida albicans and Aspergill...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/32983

Bacterial Burden of Vegetables Salad Sold in Some Fast Food Centers in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Amala, Smart Enoch & Agha, Ifeoma Christiana · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Introduction: The demand for vegetables salad is high because it contains essential ingredients good for health. Its importance in diets is advocated by nutritionists but the consumer may be exposed to risk such as infection. Pathogens may contaminate raw vegetables and cause foo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/43828

Culture-Dependent Analysis of Endophytic Bacterial Community of Sweet Potato (Ipomoea batatas) in Different Soils and Climates

Ramesh Raj Puri, Fumihiko Adachi, Masayuki Omichi, Yuichi Saeki, Akihiro Yamamoto, Shohei Hayashi & Kazuhito Itoh · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Aims: To examine the effects of soil and climatic conditions on community structure of the sweet potato bacterial endophytes. Study Design: Sweet potato plants were cultivated in different soils and locations combinations and the endophytic bacterial isolates from the tubers were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/45442

Single Cell Protein Production from Torula Yeast (Cyberlindnera sp.) Using Banana Peel Hydrolysate

Tamene Milkessa Jiru & Birara Melku · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Introduction: Single cell protein is a source of protein derived from one-celled organisms (algae, yeasts, fungi or bacteria) grown on different carbon sources and is used as a substitute for protein-rich supplement for human and animal feeds. Methods: In this study, ten yeast is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44801

Phytochemical Screening and Antifungal Activities of Zingiber officinale (Roscoe) on Mycotoxigenic Fungi Associated with the Deterioration of Pennisetum glaucum Grains

Olubunmi A. Ayodele, Felix A. Akinyosoye, Daniel J. Arotupin, Oluwole O. Owoyemi & Ayodele B. Oyindamola · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

The control of mycotoxigenic fungal isolates associated with deterioration of Pennisetum glaucum grains using Zingiber officinale (Roscoe) roots extracts were investigated in this study. Aqueous, Methanol and acetone solvents were used in the extraction of Z. officinale root extr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44730

High Susceptibility of Fosfomycin to Uropathogenic Escherichia coli Isolated at Tertiary Care Hospital of Nepal

Sikha Wagle, Bhoj Raj Khanal & Birendra Raj Tiwari · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Background: Antibiotic resistance in uropathogens is a worldwide problem. Empirical therapy of urinary tract infection (UTI) is based on the susceptibility patterns of locally isolated bacteria in a given time period. Escherichia coli (E.coli), the most common pathogen causing UT...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44514

Microbial Status and Multidrug Resistance Pattern of Pathogenic Bacteria Isolated from Street Food in Dhaka City, Bangladesh

Avijit Banik, Maruf Abony, Suvamoy Datta & Syeda Tasneem Towhid · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Aims: This study aims to evaluate the microbiological safety in street foods available in Dhaka city, Bangladesh. Study Design: Seven categories of street foods were collected aseptically in triplicates from 10 locations of the most populous areas of Dhaka city, transported to th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44163

Evaluation of the Antagonistic Activity of Bacteria Isolated from Palm Wine (Raphia vinifera) on Salmonella typhi from Different Sources

O. C. Ojo & S. A. Agboola · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Aim: This study was conducted to evaluate the antagonistic effect of bacteria associated with palm wine from Raphia vinifera on Salmonella typhi, the etiological agent of typhoid fever. Method: Isolation and identification of bacteria from palm wine and the isolation of S. typhi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44669

Activity of Honey and Propolis on Bacteria Isolated from Diabetic Foot

Hend Shubar, Manal Abdul Gawad, Basma Doro, Najib Sufya, Attiya Alatery, Salah B. Mohamed & Najat Al Magrha · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Aims: Diabetic foot ulcer is a significant complication of diabetes mellitus and often proceed lower extremely amputation. Propolis is a naturally occurring anti-inflammatory bee derived protectant resin. Previously, topically applied propolis has been reported to reduce inflamma...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/43231

Production and Optimization of Laccase by Trametes sp. Isolate B7 and Its’ Dye Decolourization Potential

Benjamin Vandelun Ado, Abiodun Anthony Onilude & Tivkaa Amande · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Laccases produced by Trametes sp. are extracellular multi-copper oxidases, capable of oxidising large number of xenobiotics including dyes. Challenges often encountered in large-scale utilisation include the high cost of production, low yield and unstable enzymes. Lignocellulosic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44218

Characteristic Properties of Derived Wort from Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) Challenged Sorghum Samples

F. T. Afolabi & A. A. Onilude · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Aim: This study aimed at investigating lactic acid bacteria (LAB) as starter cultures for the improvement of alcoholic beverages. Methodology: Sorghum was obtained from Bodija market and also from the Institute of Agricultural Research and Training, Ibadan. LAB were isolated from...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/43156

Isolation and Identification of Fungal Species Associated with Fruits Spoilage in Bwari Market Abuja, Nigeria

F. M. Mairami, R. W. Ndana & I. D. Umar · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Spoilage of fruits imparts great economic loss and a potential health hazard to the general populace. A research was conducted to identify the different types of fungal flora responsible for the spoilage of fruits in Bwari market, Abuja, Nigeria. Seventy fruits that showed decaye...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/42620

The effect of Aloe vera Gel on Microorganisms Associated with the Deterioration of Sweet Orange Fruits (Citrus sinensis)

O. O. Oni, A. O. Olalemi & O. B. Balogun · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

The effect of Aloe vera gel on microorganisms associated with the deterioration of sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) fruits was investigated. Sweet orange fruit was obtained from selected markets and farm in Akure, Nigeria. Microorganisms associated with the deterioration were ident...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/40678

Genetic Analysis of Infectious Bursal Disease Virus (IBDV) from a Farm in Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria

L. U. Enurah, C. l. Nwosuh, D. O. Ehizibolo, N. M. Sati, P. E. Emenna, I. Shittu, E. T. Obishakin & I. O. Nwagbo · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

This study describes the genetic analysis of an atypical infectious bursal disease virus (IBDV) detected from an outbreak in a poultry farm in Vom, Plateau State, Nigeria in 2017. The farm with seven thousand, six hundred and eleven (7,611) four weeks old vaccinated pullets had 7...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/44386

Endemicity of OXA-48 and NDM-1 Carbapenemase Producing Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli from a Tertiary Hospital in Varanasi, India

Joel Filgona, Tuhina Banerjee & Shampa Anupurba · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Background: Increase in global dissemination of NDM-1 and OXA-48 particularly among Klebsiella pneumoniae and Escherichia coli pose serious threat to antimicrobial therapy. Aim: This study investigated the prevalence of OXA-48 like and NDM-1 among clinical isolates of K. pneumoni...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/43928