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Joint Effects of Water-Miscible Solvents on Kluyveromyces marxianus Cell-Free β-Galactosidase Activity

Oluchukwu Roseline Nweke, Christian Okechukwu Nweke, Christian Chibuzor Opurum, Obioma Kelechi Mejeha, Chinonso Judith Pius & Chidimma Precious Onyeka · Biotechnology Journal International · 2026

Aim: The study aims to assess the inhibitory effects of ethanol-N,N-dimethylformamide (DMF) and ethanol-dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) binary mixtures on Kluyveromyces marxianus cell-free β-galactosidase activity. Study design: A cell-free enzyme assay integrating concentration-respon...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2026/v30i4888

Effect of Integrated Nutrient Management Practices on the Growth Performance of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)

Piyush Singh, Mandeep Kumar, Ravikesh Kumar Pal, Hari Shankar Singh, Anurag, Naveen Kumar Maurya, Mayank Kumar & Durgesh Kumar Maurya · Journal of Advances in Biology & Biotechnology · 2026

A field experiment was carried out during the rabi season of 2025 at the Agricultural Experimental Field, Department of Agronomy, Rama University, Mandhana, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, to assess the influence of integrated nutrient management (INM) practices on the growth of chickpea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i74130

Groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) Growth and Yield Enhancement by Non-rhizobial Root Nodule Endophytic Bacteria

Monday Ubogu, Peter A. Abya & Esther E. Ebah · Asian Plant Research Journal · 2026

Limited attention has been given to non-rhizobial root-nodule bacterial endophytes in relation to the growth and yield of Arachis hypogaea. This study evaluated two non-rhizobial endophytes, Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain OG1 and Alcaligenes faecalis strain OT1, isolated from root...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/aprj/2026/v14i4383

Response of Flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) Cultivars to Nitrogen Rates and Foliar Fertilization: Impacts on Seed Yield and its Component

Amira M. Hassen, Shimaa M. Abdelaziz, Ibrahim M. Sallam & Enga M. Niel · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Flax is an important dual-purpose crop cultivated for fiber and seed production, but its productivity depends strongly on cultivar selection and nutrient-management practices. This study evaluated the response of two flax cultivars to nitrogen rates and foliar applications of sil...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i76170

Assessment of Tree Stand Growth Characteristics and Quantitative Status of Selected Forest Plantations in Rivers and Bayelsa States, Nigeria

Odoya, N.E. & K. K. Aleru · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Tree species provide essential ecological, economic, and livelihood benefits, yet plantation forest resources in the Niger Delta remain insufficiently documented for evidence-based management. This study assessed tree stand growth characteristics and the quantitative status of se...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i76171

Genetic Diversity Studies for Yield, and Quality Traits using PCA and Cluster Analysis in Timely Sown Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) Genotypes

Ashvinee Mehta, Neeraj Kumar, Preeti Verma, Neeraj Parasar, Aditya Mohan Maharishi & Nitisha Sankhla · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) is an important pulse crop that contributes substantially to nutritional security because of its high protein content and adaptability to diverse environments. The present study assessed the extent of genetic diversity among 31 chickpea genotypes eva...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i76172

Assessment of Genetic Divergence in Sorghum [Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench] using Mahalanobis D² Statistics

Netram, Hemlata Sharma, Anushka Kuntal, Champa Lal Khatik, Jogendra Singh, Sundar Nayak & Tagaram Choudhary · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

Genetic divergence among genotypes can be measured using Mahalanobis D² statistics, which are widely used to classify genotypes into clusters based on multivariate traits. The present investigation was carried out during the kharif season of 2023 at the Instructional Research Far...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i76173

Unlocking Genetic Variability for Yield Enhancement in Popcorn (Zea mays var. everta)

Momin Sultana Shaik, C. V. Chandra Mohan Reddy, M. Lal Ahamed & B. Sreekanth · International Journal of Plant & Soil Science · 2026

The present investigation assessed genetic variability and estimated key genetic parameters for yield, yield-attributing, and popping quality traits in popcorn (Zea mays var. everta) genotypes. Forty-four popcorn genotypes, comprising 42 hybrids and two checks, were evaluated dur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijpss/2026/v38i76174

Strengthening Cybersecurity and Data Governance in Nigeria’s Aviation Industry: Implications for Blockchain, Artificial Intelligence AI, and Big Data Systems

Okeke Chuba Henry & Okoro Prosper Onyekachi · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Nigeria’s aviation industry is increasingly adopting digital systems, including blockchain, artificial intelligence and big data analytics, for passenger processing, cargo tracking, predictive maintenance, operational monitoring and regulatory oversight. These technologies may im...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71949

Deep Learning Architectural Enhancements for Robust Facial Recognition in Occluded Scenarios

Afolabi Awodeyi, Omolegho A. Ibok, Omafovbe Imonikosaye & Abosede E. Adeoye · Journal of Engineering Research and Reports · 2026

Background: Facial recognition systems often experience reduced performance when key facial regions are obscured by masks, sunglasses, scarves or hand overlays. Aims: The study aims to investigate architectural enhancements to standard Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) models, n...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jerr/2026/v28i71950

Enhancing Operating Room Nurses’ Clinical and Communication Competence in Perioperative Care within Surgical Context: An Integrative Literature Review

Jocelyn Dimarucut Quiboloy, Sheery O. Sansaet, Kurl Bryan A. Yere, Perla O. Lachica, Gian Carlo P. De Jesus, Elmer S. Castante, Helen G. Rubian, Loida M. Getizo, Jacqueline De Guzman Diaz & Ma. Theresa Salinda · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Background: Globally, the complexity of surgical procedures has increased due to changes in the delivery of care. Perioperative care requires competence to promote patient safety and self-care. This includes medical assessment to identify comorbidities, screening to identify risk...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i61394

Biliary Obstruction Caused by Fasciola hepatica Associated with Cholelithiasis: A Case Report

Lizbeth Yazmin Corzo Aguilar, Juan Jesús Garcia Godínez & María Norma Gómez Herrera · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Aims: Human biliary fascioliasis is an uncommon zoonotic infection in which humans are accidental hosts. Its coexistence with cholelithiasis is extremely rare and may mislead the diagnostic process. This report describes a rare case of obstructive jaundice secondary to choledocha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i61395

Business Prospects of Vanamei Shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) Farming PT. Bagja Barokah Sarerea in Ciheras Village, Cipatujah District, Tasikmalaya Regency, West Java Province

Ijlal Akmal Alphareza, Ine Maulina, Atikah Nurhayati & Iwang Gumilar · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2026

Vannamei shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) farming is an important aquaculture activity with potential to support regional production and business development. This study examined the business prospects of vannamei shrimp farming at PT. Bagja Barokah Sarerea in Ciheras Village, Cipat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i71117

Spatio- temporal Evaluation of Physico-chemical Parameters of selected Wetlands of Hajo of Lower Brahmaputra Region, Assam, India

Sahin Akhtar & Sujit Deka · Asian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Research · 2026

Wetlands are important components of fluvial landscapes, providing ecological services and supporting the lives and livelihoods of rural communities. The Brahmaputra valley of Assam contains numerous wetlands with diverse characteristics, and Hajo Revenue Circle in the lower Brah...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajfar/2026/v28i71118

Gemella spp. Prosthetic Valve Endocarditis Following Prior Multivalvular Infective Endocarditis in a TAVI Recipient

Souad Abbi, Oumaima Chmali, Suzan Iskandar, Marouane Krid, Inass Bargach, Rajae Zidouh, Ahlam Khannouch, Amina Maamar, Said Ouadallah, Taha Hassani, Maryam Maaref, Cédric Foucault, Katrina Seidlova & Benoît Albinet · Asian Journal of Cardiology Research · 2026

Background : Infective endocarditis is a serious complication in prosthetic heart valves, including after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). Although Staphylococcus aureus, streptococci and enterococci predominate, uncommon fastidious organisms may occur. Gemella spp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajcr/2026/v9i1381