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Insecticidal Effects of Aqueous Extracts of Carica papaya, Tithonia diversifolia and Strychnos spinosa Leaves on the Population Density of Aphis gossypii and the Foraging Activity of Apis mellifera on Bell Pepper in Ngaoundéré, Cameroon

Mohammadou Moukhtar, Adamou Moïse, Warda Ltanoua, Daniel Kosini, Deli Kodji Pra, Tchoubou Salé Abraham, Massah Dabolé Odette, Ngo Bang Marcelline Amina & Nukenine Nchiwan Elias · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Aims: This study was conducted to evaluate the insecticidal effects of aqueous extracts from Carica papaya, Tithonia diversifolia, and Strychnos spinosa leaves on Aphis gossypii population density and Apis mellifera foraging activity in an experimental field of Capsicum annuum. S...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i3383

Co-administration of Vitamin E and Quercetin Ameliorates Sodium Fluoride-induced Toxicities in Wistar Rats

Gabriel O. Ibobo, Divine A. Onobrudu, Osuvwe C. Orororo, Othuke B. Odeghe & Israel O. Efejene · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

High dosages of fluoride have damaging effects on humans and animals. This study examined the beneficial role of co-administration of quercetin and vitamin E on sodium fluoride (NaF)-induced toxicities in Wistar rats because there are few documented reports on the synergistic eff...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i3382

Correlation between Magnesium, Calcium and Phosphorus Coefficient in Blood and Hair in Bayelsa State, Nigeria

Uwikor, F.K. · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Background: Micronutrients are nutrients such as vitamins and minerals required by organisms in varying quantities throughout life to orchestrate a range of physiological functions to maintain health. In metal toxicology, especially for trace elements, samples of whole blood and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2380

Protective Effects of Andrographis Paniculata Aqueous Leaf Extract against Lead Induced Hematological Toxicity in Male Wistar Rats

Akpan, Inimfon Sunday, Okonkwo, Chioma Joy, Okonkwo, Chinedu Joseph & Onyeike, Eugene N. · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Aims: This study aimed to evaluate the protective effects of Andrographis paniculata (AP) aqueous leaf extract against lead-induced hematological toxicity in male Wistar rats. Study Design: A randomized controlled animal study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Biochemis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2381

Optimum Culture Conditions of Microbial Isolates Obtained from Pap Processing Waste for Cellulase Production

Ifeanyi Boniface Ezea, Chinwe Jacinta Aneke & Anthonia Ngozi Ewoh · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

The cost of cellulase is high due to cost of its substrate and producer microorganisms. The aim of this study was therefore, to investigate the cellulolytic potential of two indigenous isolates from pap processing wastes. The two indigenous isolates of bacteria and fungi strains...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2379

Physicochemical and Microbiological Assessment of Low Rainfall and Extreme Weather Conditions: A Case Study on Tropic of Cancer in Bangladesh

Md. Mazedul Haque Sachchu, Rahima Tanbin Tama, Md.Sakhawat Hossain, Naeema Salatia Hoque, Md. Kamrul Hossain, Miss Nushrat Jahan Lima, Mehedi Hasan, Raton Kumar Bishwas, Natasha Nafisa Haque & Md. Ashraful Alam · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

The recent drop in groundwater levels and decreased rainfall alarm the water scarcity and its potential impacts on agriculture, drinking water, and ecological balance, which is growing particularly in Bangladesh's northwest and southwest regions. Rainwater is the most crucial wat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2377

Assessment of Renal Function in Drivers Consuming Alcohol and NSAID in Oluyole Local Government Area, Ibadan, Oyo State

Toluwanimi Janet Kolapo, Olawale Saheed Asimiyu, Chibueze Samson Eze & Adepeju Olowookere · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Background: There is a strong relationship between alcohol use disorder (AUD) and kidney dysfunction, and it remains a mystery, with little or no research to explain the cause. In this present research, we investigated the impact of alcohol consumption and the use of nonsteroidal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2378

Drying Kinetics of Date Fruits and the Effect of Temperature on the Sensory and Nutritional Properties

T. Okunwaye, D. C. Onyia, O. I. Akpose & I. L. Gold · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

The quality of date fruits obtained after processing is essential to the date palm value chain. This study was carried out to evaluate the effect of temperature on the drying characteristics, sensory characteristics and the primary nutritional properties of date fruits. This expe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2376

Assessment of Hepatic and Oxidative Stress Biomarkers Alterations in Workers Exposed to Automobile Body Paint Spraying at Angwan Rogo and Farin-Gada Market Workshops, Jos-North LGA, Plateau State, Nigeria

S. W. Kopdorah, M. D. Solomon & S. G. Mafulul · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

This study aims at ascertaining the effects of prolonged exposure to automobile spray paint on liver function enzyme and non-enzyme biomarkers, as well as oxidative stress biomarkers in automobile body painters at Angwan Rogo and Farin-Gada Market Workshop, Jos-North LGA, Plateau...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2375

Production and Characterisation of Surfactant Produced by Bacillus subtilis and Its Anti Microbial Study

Meenakshi. J, R. Renuka, R. Ragunathan & Jesteena Johney · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Aim: This study aims to isolate and characterize biosurfactants produced by bacteria, optimization, production conditions, and to evaluate physicochemical and antimicrobial properties for potential industrial and environmental applications. Study Design: A bacterial strain capabl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2373

Isolation of Histamine Producing Bacteria (Escherichia coli) from Tiger Prawns (Penaeus monodon) and its Control Measures Using Plant Extracts

Christina Shalom, Chandra Prabha, R Ragunathan & Jesteena Johney · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Aims: The study aims to isolate, molecularly identify, and estimate histamine-producing bacteria from Penaeus monodon (tiger prawns) and evaluate their antibiotic resistance and histamine degradation potential using plant extracts. Study Design: Experimental study involving micro...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2374

Antioxidant Content and Partial Oil Characterization of Irvingiagabonensis Seed

Oguazu, Chinenye Enoch, Ikeh, Chinedu Celestine, Spencer Chukwumaobim Nwangwu, Chinwe Gloria Ibeabuchi, Ubaoji, Kingsley Ikechukwu & Ezeanyanwu, Valentine Chukwuebuka · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Background and Objective: African mango (Irvingiagabonensis) commonly known as Bush Mango, is a treebelongingtothe genus Irvingia. The fruits of these trees are valued for their fats- and protein- rich nuts. The nutritional value of African mango seed (Irvingiagabonensis) is esti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2372

Optimization of Recipient Management to Improve Embryo Transfer Success in Cattle

Diksha Upreti, Siraj Ansari, Renu Sharma, Apeksha, Prachand Pratap Singh, Anurag Patel, Pushpa & Shruti Dehru · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Embryo transfer (ET) is a key advancement in reproductive biotechnology, with its success hinging on various factors related to the embryo, recipient, and their intricate interactions. Environmental conditions, for example, heat stress impedes embryonic development and escalates...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2370

Gas Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy (GC-MS) Characterization and Physicochemical Evaluation of DialiumGuineense (African Black Velvet Tamarind) Seed Oil

ImaobongEkwere Daniel, Emmanuel Udo Dan & Constance Bernard Essien · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2025

Vegetable oils obtained from different oil plants are mainly used as a source of food and in the production of cosmetics, lubricants, paints, pharmaceuticals, biodiesel, among others.  Nowadays, plant –based oils contain a variety of phytochemicals and are largely preferred to an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2025/v15i2371