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Bonface O. Shikuku

Publications (2)

Effect of pH, Carbon and Nitrogen Sources on Antibiotic Production by Actinomycetes Isolates from River Tana and Lake Elementaita, Kenya

Bonface O. Shikuku, Silas Kiruki, Eric Kuria, Domnic Mayo & Fredrick O. Ogolla · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2023

The escalating concern over antibiotic resistance and its profound impact on public health have underscored the urgent need to explore alternative reservoirs of antimicrobial agents. In this regard, Actinomycetes have emerged as a compelling area of investigation due to their rem...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1248

Characterization of Antibiotic-producing Actinomycetes Isolated from River Tana and Lake Elementaita in Kenya

Bonface O. Shikuku, Silas Kiruki, Eric Kuria, Martin Mutembei & Fredrick O. Ogolla · Asian Journal of Research in Biochemistry · 2023

The rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria has become a global health concern, necessitating the search for novel sources of antibiotics. Actinomycetes, a group of microorganisms, have been known for their ability to produce bioactive compounds with antimicrobial properties. This...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrb/2023/v13i1247