Biochar has emerged as a promising soil amendment for improving soil fertility, enhancing nutrient availability, and increasing crop productivity under sustainable agricultural systems. Biochar is a carbon-rich material produced through the pyrolysis of organic biomass in the abs...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i64292
Arrowroot (Maranta arundinacea L.) is a drought-tolerant perennial plant. Its starch-rich underground rhizomes are used as a valuable food source, including in the Philippines where it grows naturally and in buffer zones. This study evaluated the effects of organic, inorganic, an...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i64293
KONGOZA Konan Sylvestre, N'GUESSAN Akissi Arlette-YOYO, Yao Kouakou Adaye, GONNETY Tia Jean & Faulet Meuwiah Betty-Ahonzo·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Freeze-drying, or lyophilization, is a preservation technique that removes water content from microbial cultures under low temperature and vacuum conditions. This process not only maintains the viability of bacillus and LAB but also retains their functional properties, making the...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i71140
Background: Sesame is a globally important oilseed crop rich in antioxidants, widely valued for food, medicine, and industrial uses. EMS-induced mutagenesis is used to create genetic variation in sesame, with LD50-guided dosing helping determine effective mutation levels for rese...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i64294
Evalsam E. Bassey, Bernard C. Okoro, Joy C. Ugwu, Israel E. Okon, Solomon O. Iyam, Bassey, O. Ekpong & Chioma B. Ubah·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2026
Plant-derived antimicrobials have demonstrated significant potential for therapeutic applications. However, the extraction of antimicrobial compounds from plants is a complex process involving various methods used to isolate and concentrate bioactive molecules responsible for ant...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2026/v26i71141
Dianyagou Paul Ouali, Manan Djamila Baïkoro, Wendolian Romain Soalla, Pawindé Elisabeth Zida, Aboubié Elisabeth Zongo & Kuilpoko Marie Laure Guissou·Journal of Experimental Agriculture International·2026
Fusarium wilt is a major constraint to sesame production in Burkina Faso, causing significant yield losses. Although synthetic pesticides are commonly used to manage the disease, their adverse effects on human health, the environment, and the development of pathogen resistance ne...
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Research Article10.9734/jeai/2026/v48i64295
Science achievement is influenced by both cognitive and non-cognitive factors that shape how students learn, persist, and solve problems. Among these factors, self-regulation, grit, and metacognitive skills have been identified as important predictors of academic success. However...
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Research Article10.9734/ajess/2026/v52i63136
Optimizing the cultivation of Bacillus species is paramount for the scalable production of microbial bio-inputs. This study investigated the application of low-intensity static magnetic fields (100 and 600 Gauss) as a non-invasive physical stimulus to enhance biomass yield in Bac...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i64038
Finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn.), (2n=4x=36), a highly nutritious small-seeded cereal crop rich in protein, minerals (iron and calcium), and dietary fibres (11.5%-20%), serves as a staple crop in many countries in Asia and Africa. Finger millet is highly vulnerable...
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Research Article10.9734/jabb/2026/v29i64039
Nigeria bears a heavy dual burden of malaria and Hepatitis B virus (HBV) globally. Because both pathogens target the liver during critical phases of their life cycles, co-infection can result in significant hematological and biochemical interactions. This study evaluated the prev...
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Research Article10.9734/sajp/2026/v9i3292
Agricultural land degradation in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Côte d’Ivoire’s ferrallitic soils, is being intensified by unsustainable farming practices, excessive reliance on synthetic inputs, and climate variability. This trend threatens soil health, agricultural product...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2026/v16i65510
Climate change has emerged as a major global concern, leading to substantial alterations in temperature and precipitation patterns across different regions. This study investigates the spatial and temporal trends of rainfall and temperature in Ballari District, Karnataka, India,...
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Research Article10.9734/ijecc/2026/v16i65511
Background: The therapeutic use of dexamethasone is often associated with adverse effects such as oxidative stress, dyslipidemia, and hepatotoxicity, primarily due to the generation of reactive oxygen species and disruption of metabolic homeostasis. Natural plant‑based antioxidan...
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Research Article10.9734/ajmpcp/2026/v9i2450
This study investigated the synthesis, characterization, and corrosion inhibition performance of non-lignin-containing cellulose-based carbon dots (NLC-CDs) derived from African fan palm (Borassus aethiopum) for mild steel protection in 1 M HCl solution. Non-lignin-containing cel...
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Research Article10.9734/jmsrr/2026/v9i3496
Yakubu Ibrahim, Gloria Ama Serwaa Acheampong, Jelila Mumuni, Zuwera Issaka, Margaret Dovi Akpalu, Margaret Djangmah, Rashida Sanda, Iklimah Iddrisu Abubakar, Dorothy Osei, Fahimma Iddrisu Hardi, Sabina Eduku, Pearl Vondee Dzah, Edwina Pwamang & Esther Addo·Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth·2026
Background: Infant diarrhoeal disease remains a leading cause of morbidity and preventable mortality in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in rural settings where water, sanitation, and hygiene challenges persist. Caregivers play a critical role in prevention and home...
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Research Article10.9734/ajpcb/2026/v9i1203