Chinedu G. Ohaegbu, Anayochukwu C. Ngene, Oluwatoyin Debby Coulthard, Chidiebere F. Uchechukwu & Ihuoma N. Maraizu·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2022
This study identified the antimicrobial compounds found in lactic acid bacteria isolated from several traditional fermented foods, such as ogi, ugba, and yoghurt, as well as their antimicrobial effectiveness against a few chosen food pathogens. Fifteen (15) food samples including...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i1030500
Introduction: The importance of daily consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables in our diet cannot be over emphasised. The desire to eat a balanced diet rich in vegetables have driven some people to rely already prepared vegetables salad from fast food centres to meet the need....
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i1030499
Aim: The study evaluates the phytochemical screening, atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), Gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (GC-MS) and antibacterial activities of aqueous and methanolic extracts of turmeric (Curcuma longa) rhizome against Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Stap...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930498
An infection that can be acquired in the hospital or other clinical settings is known as a health care associated infection. It is a major cause of morbidity and mortality among hospitalized patients. It is also one of the factors that contribute to the rising cost of hospital ca...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930496
This study was conducted to determine the prevalence of Hepatitis B and D antibodies among pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti. Structured questionnaires were administered to obtain their socio- demographic dat...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930495
Aim: To assess the prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility of Salmonella species isolated from ready-to-eat foods and food handlers in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross-sectional study Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in selected pla...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930491
Edith Brunelle Mouafo Tamnou, Mireille Ebiane Nougang, Claire Stéphane Metsopkeng, Manouore Njoya Awawou, Jean Samuel Eheth, Paul Serge Mbenoun Masse, Paul Alain Nana, Télesphore Sime-Ngando & Moïse Nola·Journal of Advances in Microbiology·2022
The present study aims to assess the temporal variations of some biotic and abiotic biodegradation parameters of 2 polymers (LDPE and PP) by the bacteria P. aeruginosa and S. aureus at acidic, neutral, and alkaline pH under mesophilic conditions. LDPE and PP fragments were immers...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930489
Background: Thyroid hormones act on nearly every cell in the body including red blood cells. Thyroid hormones are also important to proper development and differentiation of all cells of the human body. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that destroys certain cells in...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930490
There is a growing need to develop a natural-based slow-release fertilizer for sustained nutrient delivery as a result of the challenges associated with the direct application of chemical fertilizers. In this study, two low crop residues, cassava mesocarp CM and coconut coir dust...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930488
Aim: To assess the antimicrobial susceptibility, Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) and virulence genes of representative isolates in some selected sites of Port Harcourt, Nigeria. Study Design: Case-controlled study. Place and Duration of Study: Selected places in Po...
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Research Article10.9734/jamb/2022/v22i930487