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Molecular and Antibiotic Susceptibility Profiling of Bacteria Isolated from Pre-sterilized Food Samples Used as Substrates for Outdoor Air Quality Assessment

T. Sampson, G. Amaechi & L. O. Amadi · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

A large proportion of human population spend significant part of their life in the outdoor environment due to activities relating to occupation and other lifestyle related events. This work was carried out fundamentally, to identify the bacterial community influencing the quality...

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In vitro Propagation and Callus Induction of Pear (Pyrus communis) Cv. Le-Conte

O. M. Kotb, F. M. Abd El-Latif, A. R. Atawia, Sherif S. Saleh & S. F. El-Gioushy · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

The traditional propagation technique of pear trees by grafting on quince, seedlings or clonal selection of Pyrus communis is not completely satisfactory. This is because of the lack of compatibility with some cultivars, heterogenesis of the pear seedlings and excess growth and a...

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Rheology and Functional Properties of Complementary Food Made from Maize (Zea mays) Supplemented with Crayfish (Euastacus spp) and Carrot (Daucus carota) Flour

N. N. Umerah, N. M. Oly-Alawuba, A. I. Asouzu & C. G. U. Oluah · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

Background: Studies have shown that inadequate or lack of suitable complementary feeding is the major cause of PEM and micronutrient deficiency that leads to growth faltering and high rates of infection during infancy and early child hood. Objective: To evaluate the rheology and...

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Acute Lead (II) Acetate 3-Hydrate Neurotoxicity Alters Neurocognition and Induced Depressive-like Behavior Via 5-Hydroxytryphtamine, Neurohormone Melatonin and (Na+,K+)-ATPase Activity in Female Wistar Rats

Olusegun G. Adebayo, Iheanyichukwu Wopara, Benneth Ben-Azu, W. Aduema, Oluwakemi R. Adebayo & Omeje U. Nicodemus · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

Aims: Lead (II) acetate 3-hydrate also known as lead acetate is a neurotoxin that accumulates in soft tissues and bones causing damage to the nervous system of the human body. Hence, this study investigated the effect of short-term administration of Lead (II) Acetate 3-hydrate on...

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Genetic Improvement Strategy of Indigenous Cattle Breeds: Effect of Cattle Crossbreeding Program on Their Reproductive Performances

Teweldemedhn Mekonnen & Meseret Selam · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

The aim of the review is to summarize the fragmented information on the effects of cattle crossbreeding on reproductive performance of cattle in different parts of the globe. The performance of animals depends not only on their genetic merit but also on other factors such as feed...

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Antimicrobial Activities and GC-MS Analysis of Endophytic Fungi Isolated from Pluchea dioscoridis and Withania somnifera Medicinal Plants

Ahmed H. M. El-Said, Yassmin M. Shebany, Mohamed A. Hussein & Eman G. El-Dawy · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

Twenty three genera (46 species and 2 species variety) of endophytic fungi were isolated and identified from the leaves of Pluchea dioscoridis and Withania somnifera on GPY agar medium at 28°C. Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium and Setosphaeria were the most common genera iso...

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Screening of PRSV-P Resistance and Profiling of Defensive Secondary Metabolites in Carica papaya and Interspecific Hybrid of Vasconcellea

M. R. Razean Haireen, A. Mohd Zulkhairi, M. Razali, S. Rogayah, M. A. Mohd Shukri, H. Mohd Azhar & A. Nurul Ain · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

Aims: To Screen for PRSV-P resistance in Carica papaya and interspecific hybrid of Vasconcellea (IR) and to determine the secondary metabolites difference between PRSV-P resistant and susceptible papaya using LCMS-QTOF. Study Design: The experiment was carried out using completel...

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Antibacterial Effect of Honey and Lime Extract on Selected Pathogens

Nnachi, Raphael Chukwuka, Oluwatosin Oluwatoyin Olaosebikan & Nwagu Kingsley Ekene · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2020

This study was carried out to determine the in vitro antibacterial activities of honey and lime extract on pathogens isolated from stool samples using ciprofloxacin as control. Identification of the isolates was carried out using molecular characterisation, the sequence analysis...

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Natural Pesticides (Biopesticides) and Uses in Pest Management- A Critical Review

Oguh C. E., Okpaka C. O., Ubani C. S., Okekeaji U., Joseph P. S. & Amadi E. U. · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2019

This paper focuses on new types of biopesticides, examine the specificity to harmful pests, and the selectivity to beneficial animals. Many of the modern pesticides used today, persist in soil for years and compound the store of toxins in the soil, air and water. The toxic build-...

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Identification of Salt Tolerant Genotypes Based on Physiological and Nutritional Traits of Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.)

Md. Ehsanul Haq, Rozina Akter, Bilkish Begum, M. M. Uzzal Ahmed Liton, Manna Salwa, Nahida Sultana, Syed Arvin Hassan & Sheikh Mohammad Shakilur Rahaman · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2019

A pot experiment was conducted to observe the performances of fifteen tomato genotypes under three different salinity treatments in the net house of Genetics and Plant Breeding Department of Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka during November 2013 to March 2014. Two fact...

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Variability, Correlation and Path Coefficient Analysis: Principle Tools to Explore Genotypes of Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.)

Sithi Saha, Md. Ehsanul Haq, Shahanaz Parveen, Firoz Mahmud, Shukti Rani Chowdhury & Md. Harun-Ur-Rashid · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2019

To lessen the pressure on staple crops and to combat hidden hunger, vegetable production is the key to success. Massive studies should be conducted regarding genotype selection to gain the desired yield to overcome these global problems. Brinjal is gaining popularity not only as...

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Phenotypic Estimation of Highly Productive and Healthy Dairy Cows

Ward M. Ashraf, Al Zlitne A. Rabia, Aswehli A. Abdelatef, Alkurdi M. Abdulraouf, Hdud M. Ismail, Elhafi A. Giuma & Jurewicz-Ward Katarzyna · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering · 2019

When breeding dairy cattle, evaluation of the animal by the exterior is of paramount importance, since the appearance of the animal and its internal properties are closely related to dairy products. Body condition scoring (BCS) is the most widely used method to assess changes in...

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