Sampson Margret, Uzochukwu G. Ekeleme, Christopher Chike A. Okereke, Stephanie Akunna Adiruo, Bagbi Loveday Elebari, Ugonma Winnie Dozie, Osuji Chidubem Daniel, Ezejindu Cosmas Nnadozie, Chinyere Adanna Alinno, Juliana Chinyere Omire, Nkachukwu Faith Ngozi & Uchechukwu M. Chukwuocha·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Introduction: Schistosomiasis, caused by parasitic trematodes of the genus Schistosoma, remains a major public health challenge in many tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in communities with inadequate access to sanitation and safe drinking water. In Rivers State, Nig...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111653
Mah Alima Esther Traoré, Pingdwindé Marie Judith Samadoulougou-Kafando, Nabèrè Ouattara, Lèdgué Marie Virginie Kaboré, Mamadou Sanou, Adama Lodoun, Bazoin Sylvain Raoul Bazié, Pierre Zabré, Georges Zongo & Charles Parkouda·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Bixa orellana is a plant species that provides a natural dye traditionally used in Asia, America, and Africa. This study aims to contribute to a better understanding of the physicochemical, microbiological quality and the conditions of production of spices made from annatto (Bixa...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111654
The study aimed to develop β-carotene-enriched yoghurt and to investigate its efficacy on gut microflora associated with E. coli infection. The study was conducted in the Department of Biotechnology, Assam Agricultural University, for product development, and the animal test was...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111652
Colletotrichum gloeosporioides, a well-known anthracnose-causing pathogen, primarily reproduces asexually through conidia. However, the formation of Arthrospores, a less-characterized survival structures, was observed under nutrient-depleted conditions in C. gloeosporioides isola...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111651
Gerbera jamesonii L.is a commercially important ornamental crop, but its production is severely constrained by leaf blight caused by Alternaria alternata, leading to 40-60 % yield and quality losses. Increasing concerns over fungicide resistance and chemical residues necessitate...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111650
Background: Reusable sanitary pads represent an affordable alternative to disposable products for addressing menstrual poverty in Senegal. However, their safety profile remains largely unexplored, particularly regarding microbiological contamination risks. Methods: We conducted m...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111649
This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the emerging roles of Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma species in veterinary medicine, focusing on their pathogenesis, diagnostic approaches, and control strategies. It highlights their clinical significance in companion animals, l...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111647
A field investigation was conducted to assess the impact of nutrient application and pesticide delivery methods on the severity of brown spot disease in rice. Results revealed that at 30 and 60 DAT, application of 100% RDF (100% RDF reduces disease severity because it maintains a...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i111648
Nigeria’s high age-standardized AMR related mortality rate could lead to a 5-7% loss in GDP by 2050. This highlights the urgent need for coordinated efforts to develop effective tools to tackle the growing threat of AMR and address the rapid adaptation of Shigella spp. to changin...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101646
Introduction: This study aimed to investigate the antibiotic resistance of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Acinetobacter baumannii strains isolated in the Conakry region from 2022 to 2024. Study Type: This cross-sectional study was conducted from 2022 to 2024 in the Conakry region. St...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101645