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Performance Evaluation of Non-Saccharomyces in Wine Production

David N. Ogbonna, Janet O. Williams & Awengi Alabere · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Wines with different tastes, aromas, colours and acceptability produced through the fermentative action of yeasts are consumed worldwide Several studies have centred on the use of Saccharomyces sp. as the choice yeast for fermentation due to its desirable characteristics; however...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330175

Chemical Composition and Efficacy of Ocimum basilicum L. Essential Oil against Stored Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Molds Sold in Ngaoundere (Cameroon)

Nadege Donkeng Nganou, Steve Francky Sohanang Nodem, Thierry Marcel Ntsamo Beumo, Alphonse Tegang Sokamte & Léopold Ngoune Tatsadjieu · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

The aimed of this study to evaluate the antifungal activity of essential oils of Ocimum basilicum L. on some fungi isolated from commercial rice sold in Cameroon. Fungal isolates were primarily identified based on morphological characteristics, while representative isolates were...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330177

Bacterial Isolates from Bivalve Clams (Galatea paradoxa, Born 1778): Occurence, Multi-drug Resistance, Location of Antibiotic Resistance Marker and Plasmid Profiles

M. U. Okon, C. U. Inyang & O. J. Akinjogunla · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

The occurrence of bacterial isolates in Galatea paradoxa (Born 1778) was determined using standard bacteriological method. The multi-drug resistance, location of antibiotic markers, plasmid DNA extraction and electrophoresis was determined by disc diffusion, acridine orange, TENS...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330174

Antimicrobial Resistance Profile and Detection of Extended Spectrum and Amp C β-Lactamase Resistance Genes in Escherichia coli Isolated from Diarrheic Children in Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

A. Zakou, I. H. Nkene, R. H. Abimiku, I. Yahaya, B. E. Bassey & Y. B. Ngwai · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Aims: This study evaluated the presence of extended spectrum β-lactamase (ESBL) and AmpC β-lactamase resistance genes in E. coli from stool of diarrheic children in some hospitals in Lafia metropolis, Nigeria. Methodology: A total of 70 stool samples of children were obtained fro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330172

Bacteriological Analysis of Top Soil from an Electronic Waste Dumpsite in Port Harcourt Metropolis

Janet Olufunmilayo WILLIAMS, C. J. Ugboma & Faith Ibiene · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Aim: To determine the bacterial and physicochemical analysis of topsoil from an electronic waste (e-waste) dumpsite within Port Harcourt metropolis using standard procedures. Place and Duration of Study: The study area was Kaduna street, beside Fruit and Vegetable Garden Market,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330173

Effects of Fermentation on the Antioxidant and Antinutritional Compositions of Green Pea

Adewale Ekundayo Oluremi & Ojokoh Anthony Okhonlaye · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Green peas are known to contain anti-nutritional factors like enzymes inhibitors, phytates, oxalates, saponins and polyphenolic compounds, all of which limit their utilization hence, the study evaluate the effect of fermentation on the antioxidant and antinutrients content of gre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i330171

The Battle with COVID-19: Insight on External Intervention and Future Vaccination

Ashraf S. Hakim, Sohier M. Syame, Mohamed M. Shehata & Ahmed Taha A. Sayed · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

The battle against the pandemic novel coronavirus infection (namely COVID-19) that gravely hurts human health is a global mission for all humanity. Currently, there are no specific COVID-19 therapies; immune-suppressors as corticosteroids, protease inhibitor antivirals, monoclona...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i230169

Congenital Rubella Infections among the Pregnant Women at a Tertiary Care Hospital in Karachi, Pakistan

Madiha Sattar, Urooj Ibrahim, Sehrish Ilyas, Safia Bibi & Ghulam Fatima · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Introduction: Rubella virus is an important human pathogen that causes an acute and contagious disease known as rubella and also, causes congenital rubella syndrome more commonly occur during the first trimester of pregnancy. The incidence of CRS varies in different populations a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i230168

First Detection of Mycobacterium sp. in Wastewater in Abidjan (Yopougon) Cote d’Ivoire

Vakou N’dri Sabine, Coulibaly-Kalpy Julien, Amon Lydie Nina, Bernaud Nicolas, Dosso Mireille & Djaman Allico Joseph · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) are ubiquitous in the environment and worldwide, under certain environmental conditions, they could be responsible for skin diseases or pulmonary lesions. In Ivory Coast, Buruli ulcers endemic country, very little information concerning the epid...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i230167

Assessment of the Preservative Efficacy of Azadirachta indica A. Juss. and Psidium guajava L. Leaf Extracts on Capsicum annuum L. (Bell Pepper)

Justina Folashade Oyun & Victor Olusegun Oyetayo · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

This study assessed the preservative efficacy of Azadirachta indica (Neem) and Psidium guajava (Guava) leaf extracts on Capsicum annuum (Bell pepper). The phytochemical compositions of A. indica and P. guajava leaf extracts were determined using standard methods. Phytochemical an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i230166

Effects of Ethanol Extract of Bridelia ferruginea (W.) on the Haematological and Histopathological Parameters in Swiss Albino Rats Infected with Salmonella typhi

Busayo Temitope Akinyele & Ebenezer Oluyemi Dada · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Aims: To study the effects of ethanol stem bark extract of Bridelia ferruginea on the hematological and histopathological parameters in Swiss albino rats infected with Salmonella typhi. Study Design: Experimental design. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Microbiology, Fe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i230165

Identification of Carbofuran and Paraquat Degrading Microorganisms from Soil

T. L. Ataikiru, P. O. Okerentugba & G. C. Okpokwasili · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Introduction: Increased rates of pesticide misapplication and follow-on concerns on public health have become subjects of countless distress. The occurrence of pesticides in soils could result in modifications in soil physical, chemical as well as biological properties hence the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i130164

The Antibacterial Efficacy of Annona muricata (Linn) Leaves against Some Enteric Bacteria

Kehinde Yemisi Akinde & Ebenezer Oluyemi Dada · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Aims: This research was carried out to evaluate the susceptibility patterns of some enteric bacteria to aqueous, ethanol and methanol extracts of Annona muricata leaf. Study Design: Experimental design. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Microbiology, Federal University o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i130161

Molluscicidal Assessment of Aqueous Extract of Moringa oleifera Lam Seed on Bulinus Snail for the Control of Schistosomiasis

Umetiti Chukwuemeka Nnamdi, Ene Paschal Chuka, Orji Nkeiru Mary Ann, Umedum Chinelo U., Ugwu Kenneth Chukwudi & Ikeanumba Michael Okwudiri · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

Aims: This research is essentially on the Molluscicidal assessment of Aqueous extract of Moringa oleifera Lam seed on Bulinus Snail for the control of Schistosomiasis. Study Design: This is a controlled study where a total of 810 Bulinus snails were collected from three different...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i130162

Antimicrobial Resistance Profile of Escherichia coli Isolates from Different Clinical Samples in Abeokuta, Ogun State

S. L. Owolabi & I. A. Azeez · South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology · 2020

The alarming increase of antibiotic resistance of Escherichia coli has posed a great challenge in the public health sector. Thus, this microorganism is a leading cause of different human infections and it can be found in various environments. The aim of this study is to investiga...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/sajrm/2020/v7i130160