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Monsi, Tombari Pius

Publications (7)

Levels of Biofilm Expression in Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolates Exposed to Herbal Drugs

Monsi, Tombari Pius, Abbey, Samuel Douglas, Wachukwu, Confidence Kinikanwo & Wokem, Gloria Ngozika · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2018

Background: There is a continuous rise in antimicrobial resistance globally. Factors responsible for this occurrence especially in developing countries are yet to be properly elucidated. Due to the financial implications of antimicrobials individuals in developing countries such...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/JAMB/2018/42685

Acquisition of Antibiotic Resistance in Escherichia coli Exposed To a Locally Produced Herbal Drug

Monsi, Tombari Pius, Amala, Smart Enoch & Ugoaru, Nkechinyere Francisca · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2017

Background: Antimicrobial resistance poses great threats to the treatment and eradication of pathogenic microbes. An increasing number of infectious diseases are now becoming difficult to treat in the developing world, but the root of the problems is vaguely known. Aims: This stu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/MRJI/2017/34812

Assessment of Modulatory Effect of Some Synthetic Food Dyes (Carmoisine and Tartrazine) on Gut Microbiota of Albino Rats

Onugha, Nneka Concilia, Monsi, Tombari Pius & Ollor, Amba Ollor · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Background: Food additives are commonly used to improve the color, taste, aroma, texture, and nutritional quality of processed foods. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the effects of the artificial food colors carmoisine and tartrazine on the intestinal microbiota of ra...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i31547

Bacteriology of Suya Meat Sold in Bonny Local Government Area, Rivers State

Konne, Felix Eedee, Monsi, Tombari Pius & Wokem, Gloria Ngozika · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2018

Background: Suya Meat is made from roasted or smoked beef using the boneless parts of the meat. Suya meat microbial contamination can occur by air, human handlers, equipment, water, papers and utensils. Aim: This study aimed at determining the level of bacterial contamination of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJMAH/2018/34160

Bacteria Associated with Hospital Handrails in a Tertiary Institution in Nigeria

Amala, Smart Enoch & Monsi, Tombari Pius · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2017

Background: Hospital acquired infections are serious health issues in the health-care system. These infectious agents are usually drug resistant and complicate patient treatments after diagnosis by physicians. Aim: The aim of this research was to isolate and identify important ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/AJMAH/2017/34991

The Antibiotic Potential of Moringa oleifera Leaf on Staphylococcus aureus

Giami, Lynda Kadi, Sampson, Tonye & Monsi, Tombari Pius · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Moringa oleifera, often referred to as the "drumstick tree" or "miracle tree," has been celebrated in traditional medicinal systems for centuries because of its nutritional and therapeutic properties. Antibiotic resistance to conventional antibiotics has continued to be a therape...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i8975

Molecular Characterization of Multidrug-resistant Enterobacteriaceae-associated Urinary Tract Infections in a Geriatric Population in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Rivers State, Nigeria

Micah, Onyemaechi Collins, Onyemaechi, Uchechukwu, Nwokah, Easter Godwin & Monsi, Tombari Pius · Journal of Advances in Microbiology · 2025

Background: Bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family are responsible for most of the urinary tract infection globally with disproportionate levels of burden among vulnerable populations. Aim: This study evaluated the burden and also characterized the species of bacteri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jamb/2025/v25i3908