Ifeoma Roseline Nwafor, Yusuf Alhassan, Joseph Ifeanyi Udoh, David Odanibeh, Jumoke Oyaniyi, Victory Kokolae Efoli-Bam, Eberechukwu Osinachi Azubuike, Jane-Frances Chinenye Ojobor & Chibuzo Valentine Nwokafor·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
Biofilms are a group of microorganisms that exist on living or non-living surfaces, embedded within extracellular matrices produced by microbial cells. They primarily cause antimicrobial resistance and treatment failure in clinical settings. Biofilms resist conventional antimicro...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91482
The transmission of viruses between different animal species and humans can lead to the emergence of new infectious diseases with unpredictable pathogenic potential. COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, has had a significant impact on human health and the global economy. The disease i...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91480
This review presents a detailed comparative analysis of electron beam (e-beam) and gamma radiation sterilization technologies, with a focus on their efficacy, safety, and economic viability. Both sterilization techniques are extensively employed across medical, pharmaceutical, an...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91479
The present investigation was carried out for the “Response of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) to phosphate solubilizing microorganisms and phosphorus levels on nutrient availability, uptake and seed yield in inceptisol.” The experiment was conducted in factorial randomized block d...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91478
Background: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection remains a global health challenge, affecting millions of people worldwide. Globally, HBV prevalence is 3.2% and in Nigeria, the rate is 8.1%. Aim: To determine the prevalence of hepatitis B surface antigen and how certain demographics...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91476
Aim: Lemons are a treasure trove in nature, belonging to the Rutaceae family and rich in vitamin C, as well as various macro and micronutrients. They are widely known for boosting immunity and can potentially be used as a natural source of medication. D-limonene is one of the mai...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91477
Background and Objectives: The Bajomulyo fish auction place unit II, Juwana – Pati is experiencing poor sanitation due to inefficient liquid waste processing, which results in high levels of chemical oxygen demand and ammonia. Therefore, it is necessary to apply effective alterna...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i81475
Background and Aim: Bed linens, often overlooked as potential reservoirs of pathogens, may harbor a diverse array of microorganisms with implications for human health. This study investigated the microbial contamination of bed linens in female student hostels at the University of...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i81474
Mwanzo Wavindu, Edith B. Mouafo Tamnou, Ildephonse Soly Kamwira, Rosanne Ngome, Geneviève Bricheux, Paul Alain Nana, Maximilienne A. Nyegue, Télesphore Sime-Ngando & Moïse Nola·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
Aims: This study aims to investigate the extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs)-producing Enterobacteriaceae in the human urine samples and to understand the potential influence of the contaminated water the urine donors use. Study Design and Methodology: One hundred urine sam...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i81472
Tetty Aya Marie Pascale, Gnali Gbohounou Fabrice, Yao Djeha Rosine, Vakou N’dri Sabine, Yao Kouamé Eric & Coulibaly Kalpy Julien·Microbiology Research Journal International·2024
In Côte d'Ivoire, the sewer network is largely underdeveloped, resulting in the absence or incompleteness of sanitation infrastructure in many urban and rural areas. This lack of infrastructure leads to untreated wastewater being frequently discharged into rivers and other source...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i81473