The study was aimed at determining the microbial air quality and antimicrobial susceptibility of dumpsites within Rivers State University. The samples were collected from 5 different dumpsites and 10 meters away using the plate sedimentation method. Petri dishes containing cultur...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2024/v24i1782
The microbiological quality of Rainwater and air of the market, hospital, and residential area was evaluated. Roof-harvested and direct rainwater samples were collected from the three aforementioned locations. The air quality was investigated using the plate sedimentation method....
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2023/v15i4293
The microbial quality of soil around the oilfield wastewater discharge pond was investigated to determine the microbial dynamics in the soil. Soil samples were randomly collected at four different parts around the pond and 80 meters away from the pond (control) at a depth of 0-15...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2022/v12i130261
Introduction: Boreholes and wells are the main sources of drinking water for communities and cities in Nigeria. However, inadequate protection of these sources can be dangerous as contaminants such as chemicals and pathogens from surface water can seep into the groundwater posing...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i4917
Piggery habitats are a substantial reservoir and are frequently asymptomatic carriers of the bacterium, Salmonella. Salmonella can be shed in faeces, urine allowing infection to spread to other pigs and the environment. Therefore, there is a need to determine the prevalence and s...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2024/v18i5361
The right to water is a basic human right, but if the water is contaminated with microbes, it defeats the purpose of providing safe water and good health. Containers used to store water at home can be sources of microorganism. This study assesses the bacterial pollution of stored...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2023/v12i3227
The antibiotic susceptibility profile of Escherichia coli isolated from yoghurt samples within the Port Harcourt metropolis was investigated. Yoghurt samples (sachets and bottled yoghurts) were randomly bought from vendors within Port Harcourt and were transferred in an ice-pack...
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Research Article10.9734/ajbgmb/2023/v14i2308
Drilling fluids, also referred to as drilling muds, play a crucial role in rotary drilling operations by lubricating and cooling the drill bit during oil and gas exploration both onshore and offshore. However, the discharge of these fluids, particularly oil-based drilling fluids...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2025/v19i6445
Aim: The aim of this study was to enhance bioremediation of crude-oil polluted soil through optimization procedures. Study Design: The Box-Benkhen coded values format and experimental design were used in the design of the study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried...
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Research Article10.9734/sajrm/2024/v18i10391