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Influence of Physicochemical Characteristics and Heavy Metal Concentrations of Mosquito Breeding Sites on Malaria Vector Abundance in Isiala Ngwa North, Abia State, Nigeria

P. C. Nwachukwu & C. I. Abali · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2026

Malaria remains a major public-health burden in Nigeria, yet local evidence linking breeding-site chemistry with malaria-vector abundance is limited. This study examined how physicochemical characteristics and heavy metal concentrations of mosquito breeding sites influence Anophe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2026/v18i11575

Methanol Extracts of Helianthus annuus and Bambusa vulgaris Leaves Exert Herbicidal Effects on Two Selected Weeds in vitro

F. A. Ogunsola, T. E. Ayobami, A. P. Adegbola, A. A. Adediran, F. O. Olaleru, E. R. Atanda, S. Emmanuel, A. T. Kayode, G. O. Adeleke, V. O. Afolabi & G. E. Adeleke · International Journal of Biochemistry Research & Review · 2026

Weed control using synthetic herbicides often poses adverse consequences for the environment and human health. The integration of bioherbicides into weed management strategies has recently been introduced as an alternative. Helianthus annuus and Bambusa vulgaris have been reporte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijbcrr/2026/v35i61175

Growth Performance and Haematological Responses of Juvenile Oreochromis niloticus Exposed to Inorganic Fertilizer

Amile Tersoo Jude, Abah Jeremiah Jonah, Athanasius Aondohemen Aende, Oshimagye Michael Ibagye, Achussah Terwase Solomon, Donald Torsabo, Annune Paul Amusan & Olufeagba Samuel Olabode · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2026

Agricultural runoff of inorganic fertilisers (NPK 20:10:10) is a growing threat to freshwater aquaculture, yet quantitative data on the sub-lethal effects of the widely used NPK 20:10:10 formulation on Nile tilapia remain scarce. This study determined the 96-h LC₅₀ of NPK 20:10:1...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i4325

Ursodiol as Salvage Therapy in Steroid- and MMF-Refractory Cholestatic Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Hepatitis with Concurrent Pneumonitis

Uday Sankar Akash Vankayala, Mohammed Quader Naseer, Ali Sohail, Bivin George, Yashna Singh, Shamsuddin Anwar, Geetika Goyal & Ojas Balaji · Asian Journal of Medicine and Health · 2026

Introduction: Immune checkpoint inhibitor hepatitis (ICIH) occurs in 0-30% of patients receiving PD-L1 and CTLA-4 inhibitors, while checkpoint inhibitor pneumonitis (CIP) affects 2-19% of patients. ICIH typically presents as steroid-responsive hepatocellular injury. Cholestatic a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajmah/2026/v24i111458

Improving English Oral Reading Fluency in Class II through Phonemic Awareness Instruction: An Action Research Study in a Bhutanese School

Namkha Wangdi, Ugyen Dorji & Rinzin Wangmo · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2026

This classroom-based action research investigated changes in English oral reading fluency, word-decoding accuracy and reading confidence following phonemic awareness instruction among Class II learners in a Bhutanese primary school. An intact class of 16 students, comprising five...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2026/v20i111488

Comparative Effectiveness of Muscle Energy Technique and Myofascial Release in Students of Career Point University Kota with Scapulocostal Syndrome: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Shireen Jahan, Pushpendra K. Yaduvanshi & Kanika Jain · Asian Journal of Advanced Research and Reports · 2026

Background: Scapulocostal syndrome (SCS) is a common musculoskeletal disorder characterised by pain and discomfort around the scapular region, often associated with postural dysfunction, prolonged sitting, and imbalance involving the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, rhomboids,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajarr/2026/v20i111489

Replacement of Sugar with Stevia and Erythritol in Basundi (Indian Sweet)

Jinal K. Patel, Chetan N. Dharaiya, Dhinal H. Patel, Rachana B. Rathwa & Shriyesh I. Patel · European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety · 2026

Background: Basundi is a traditional concentrated milk sweet commonly prepared with added sucrose. Aims: To optimise the formulation of experimental basundi by evaluating the levels of stevia, erythritol and a stabiliser blend using response surface methodology (RSM) and to evalu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ejnfs/2026/v18i102177

Wild Edible Mushrooms of the Himalayan Region: A Stratified Appraisal of Diversity, Nutritional Value and Commercial Potential

Abhay Sharma, Archana Kushwaha, Aditi Dobhal, Akanksha & Preeti Massey · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2026

Wild edible mushrooms occupy an unusual position in Himalayan food systems. They are gathered across an elevational span of several thousand metres, they enter household diets and long-distance commodity chains, and they are repeatedly described in the regional literature as an u...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2026/v12i4337

Comparison of Cocoon and Post-Cocoon Parameters of Commercial Silkworm (Bombyx mori L.) Crossbreeds MV1 × S8 and PM × FC2 in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India

Rohitkumar S. Kadam & Surat A. Manjare · Asian Journal of Research in Zoology · 2026

Background: Commercial silkworm performance is influenced by genetic background, nutrition, rearing environment, and post-cocoon processing conditions. Region-specific comparisons are therefore most informative when their experimental limitations are made explicit. Objective: Thi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajriz/2026/v9i4324

WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) Deficits and Infectious Disease Burden in Urban Slums: A Cross-sectional Survey of Households in Nigeria

Taiwo Bakare-Abidola, Esan Oluwasegun Isaac, Uzoma Eucharia Ibeanu, Temitope Olufunmi Atoyebi, Kehinde Adebusola Lawal, Elekwa Phillip, Darlington Chukwuma Ugwu, Mame Diarra Bousso Diouf & Chizaram Onyeaghala · Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases · 2026

Background: Urban informal settlements frequently experience inadequate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services, increasing exposure to enteric and environmentally mediated infections. Multi-city primary data linking household WASH conditions with disease outcomes in Niger...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrid/2026/v17i11597

A Proof-of-Concept Study of Meat Broth Classification Using UV–Vis Spectroscopy and Explainable Decision Tree Analysis

Stanly Gabriel, Anak Agung Ngurah Gunawan, I Ketut Sukarasa, I Wayan Supardi, Ni Putu Yuni Nurmalasari, Ida Bagus Alit Paramarta & I Ketut Putra · Asian Journal of Research and Reviews in Physics · 2026

Background: Rapid discrimination of animal-derived food products is relevant to food authenticity, consumer protection, and dietary compliance. UV–Vis spectroscopy provides a simple analytical approach for obtaining optical fingerprints of food matrices; however, spectral interpr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajr2p/2026/v10i4256

Nutritional Evaluation of Improved Maize Varieties and Their Effects on Broiler Performance

Tia Mu-Az Manwuriba & A. Mohammed · Asian Journal of Research in Animal and Veterinary Sciences · 2026

Maize is the principal dietary energy source in broiler production, but varietal differences may influence nutrient composition and productive responses. This study compared local maize, Abontem, and Honampa maize in broiler diets and evaluated their proximate composition, growth...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajravs/2026/v9i4448

Kitchen Gardening Views in Context of Indian Scenario: Scope, Challenges and Eco-Friendly Practices

Riddhi M. Patel · Asian Journal of Research in Botany · 2026

In contemporary households, cultivating seasonal edible plants around the home can introduce greenery, provide fresh produce and reduce the time, energy and fuel required for frequent vegetable-market visits. Kitchen gardening can also become a healthy habit and recreational acti...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajrib/2026/v9i2354

Subsurface Lithological Characterization of Custech Internal Road Using Integrated Geophysical and Geotechnical Methods

Danga Onimisi Abdulmalik, Oluwatoyin Khadijat Olomo, Joseph Omeiza Alao, Obasaju Opemipo Daniel, Abubakar Fahad, Abdulsalami Momojimoh, Aliu Abdullateef, Zainab Usman, Isaac Oyekola Bunmi & Raji Ahmed Rufai · Asian Journal of Geological Research · 2026

The durability and performance of road pavements are strongly influenced by the competence and engineering characteristics of the underlying subsurface materials. Inadequate knowledge of subsurface lithology, weak foundation materials, and spatial variations in weathered or fract...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajoger/2026/v9i3312

Acute Stump Appendicitis Complicated by an Abscess, Two Months after Laparoscopic Appendectomy: A Case Report

Zakaria Koulibaly, Othmane Arsalan, El Hassouni Souhaib, Alaaedine Boujedaine Tsouli, Omar Mkira, EL KHELOUFI Soufiane, Boudida Houda, Anass Zaghri, Madani Mehdi & El Hadj Omar Malki · Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery · 2026

Introduction: Stump appendicitis is an uncommon complication of appendicectomy caused by inflammation of residual appendiceal tissue. Its clinical presentation may resemble acute appendicitis, and previous appendicectomy may contribute to diagnostic uncertainty. We describe a cas...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajcrs/2026/v9i2876