The increasing global demand for protein has prompted a search for sustainable and cost-effective alternatives to traditional animal and dairy sources. Single-cell protein (SCP) produced from microorganism’s offers a promising solution due to its high protein content and rapid gr...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6749
Yao Kouakou Abessika Georges, Gbotto Ahou Anique, NDRI Konan Ella, Gore Bi Boh Nestor, Akaffou Doffou Sélastique & Zoro Bi Irié Arsene·Biotechnology Journal International·2024
Agroforestry resources play a crucial role in conserving biodiversity, stabilizing soils and improving the livelihoods of rural populations. This study investigates the impact of different treatments on the germination of Acacia auriculiformis, an important tree species for soil...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6748
Donatus Chigozie Egwuatu, Rachael Olakunmi Ogunye, Peter Chidendu Anene, Yusuf Alhassan, Ifeoma Roseline Nwafor, Joseph Ifeanyi Udoh, Oluwabusola Oluwakorede Asenuga & Chibuzo Valentine Nwokafor·Biotechnology Journal International·2024
Agricultural waste is a substantial and underutilized resource with the potential to contribute enormously to sustainable bioenergy production. The conversion technologies for these wastes is a significant step in the bioenergy process, therefore analyzing their impacts on the en...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6746
Aim: This research work was aimed at investigating the acute toxicity and in vivo antidiarrhoeal activity of the extracts and fractions of Ipomoea triloba, a plant used locally for the treatment of acute infectious diarrhoea in order to investigate its safety profile. Study Desig...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6747
In Côte d'Ivoire, recurring stock shortages and difficulties in accessing specialized food products compromise nutritional treatment. This study proposes food formulas of flours composed of locally available products capable of meeting the protein-energy needs of children aged 6...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i6745
Albinism is a congenital hypopigmentation disorder characterized by errors in melanisation leading to the partial or complete absence of melanin, the skin’s primary defense against actinic damage. Actinic damage in albinism summarizes all solar induced consequences from freckles...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5744
Probiotics have been researched for their benefit to gut health. Research for sources of probiotic bacteria has moved from milk to plants, as they have been found to be an inexhaustible source of lactic acid bacteria (LAB). The probiotic properties of lactic acid bacteria isolate...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5743
The cashew tree (Anacardium occidentale L.) is of vital importance to the Ivorian economy. Côte d’Ivoire is first world producer. However, its cultivation faces several constraints linked to anthracnose. The aim of this study was to assess the efficacy of two formulated bacterial...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5742
Kouakou Levi Moïse Koffi, Say Jean Baptiste Anouhe, Kan Benjamin Kouamé, Nonhondé Horline Degrace Zioh, Soune Carole Zouzou, Bi Koffi Albert Gnangouli & Koffi Messou Jean-Armel Kouadio·Biotechnology Journal International·2024
Background: Okra is one of the most consumed fruit vegetables by Ivorians either fresh or powdered. However, due to a lack of supervision, okra powders are sold under conditions that often leave something to be desired. Objectives: This study aims to assess the level of microbial...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5739
Introduction: The interaction of humans and animals especially dogs, has made zoonotic diseases remain a genuine threat to the health and survival of humans. Aim: The study was aimed at assessing the level of knowledge and risk perception of dog owners regarding canine and their...
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Research Article10.9734/bji/2024/v28i5740