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Phytochemical Characterization and Investigation of Anthelminthic, Antidiabetic, and Toxicological Effects of Polyscias scutellaria

Jakiya Akter, Nafiza Binte Nazim, Md. Salah Uddin & Hasib Khan Shomudro · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Aim: Research findings indicate that MEPSL exhibits Very significant anthelmintic, antidiabetic, and moderate toxicological properties. They may endorse the plant's utilization in mainstream medicine for reducing drug intoxication, and managing diabetes and parasitic disorders. P...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i6660

Spiders as Natural Pest Controllers: Insights into Their Distribution, Diversity, and Ecological Impact in Agriculture

Sugumaran M.P, Natarajan K, Porkodi G, Gayathry G, Jayakumar J, Kalaichelvi K, Suganya K, Akila S & Sindhuja M · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Spiders, crucial for controlling agricultural pests, offer an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. They inhabit diverse environments, with their distribution influenced by climatic and abiotic factors. Spiders are a highly diverse group, ranking seventh in global anim...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i5655

Effect of Honey and Vitamin C on the Growth Performance of Broiler Chickens

Azaka, E.I., Ufele, A.N., Ononye, B.U., Offor, V.O., Afoemezie, P.I., Mbelede, K.C., Olisa, C.S. & Okafor, N.C. · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Most African countries experience the challenge of food shortage, primarily protein from animal origin. The current research was conducted to examine the effect of honey and vitamin C on the growth performance of broiler chickens. This study employed sixty broiler chickens that w...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i4654

Examination of Higher Denomination Naira Notes Exchanged in Veritas University Cafeteria for Fungal Contamination

Theresa Obiageli Ozoude & Rachael Ugbogada · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Aims: This study is aimed examination of higher denomination of naira notes exchanged at Veritas University cafeteria for fungal contamination. Study Design:  The factorial experimental design was employed for this study. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Microbiology, V...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i4653

Evaluation of the Agronomic Performance of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus): Selection and Fertilization of the Crop Site

Mfenda Ekoto Wilfried, Nana Djouyep Mervil, Yves Thierry Djoah, Oum Jean II, Martini Rodrigue Mbock, Emmanuel Kuate Wouafo, Alexis Noel Minkate, François Manga Essouma, Romary Ngnimpa & Tabi Fritz Oben · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L Moench) is among the most appreciable fruit vegetables in terms of nutritional elements. A study was carried out to determine the suitability of the soil in the locality of Nkoévome (South Cameroon) in order to propose fertilization strategies helpi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i4652

Antioxidants Characteristics of Traditional Cultivars of Rainfed rice (oryza glaberrima) from Goh-Djiboua and Mountains Districts in Côte D’ivoire

Aka Boigny Ange Aurèle, Biego Godi Henri, Konan N’Guessan Ysidor & Nyamien Yves Bleouh · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The antioxidant compounds in foodstuffs are of great interests for the nutritional and health safety of consumers, given the preponderant role of food in the overall health. The current work focusses the main antioxidant compounds and activities from 27 traditional varieties of r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i4651

Characteristics of Farming of the Kirdi Goat (Capra hircus) in the Far North Region, Cameroon

Barzina Justin, Vondou Lazare, Ziebe Roland & Abdou Bouba Armand · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

A study on the characterization of kirdi goat (Capra hircus) breeding was carried out in eight localities in the Far North region of Cameroon. The aim was to highlight the socio-economic and zootechnical components of kirdi goat breeding in the said region. The study was based on...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i4650

Study of Factors Influencing the Intestinal Microbiota in Children from 0 to 3 Months at the Mother and Child Hospital of Bingerville, Ivory Coast during 2023

Grace Kemsol Miedjim, Gbonon Mbengue Valérie, Akaffou Adja Evelyne, Ndôh Ngrabé Nodje- Assal, Ndri Kouamé Mathias, Guede Cataud Marius, Assohoun Egomli Stanislas, Marcelle Money Ettien, Franck Djéda Gnahoré, Ambroise Kouamé Kintossou, Kouamé Clarisse, Kangah Tatiana, Afran Sidje Arlette, Diplo Flore, Setchi Luc Olivier, Koffi Stéphane & Dosso Mireille · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Introduction: Every human being builds a symbiosis with a diverse ecosystem of microorganisms: the intestinal microbiota. Its establishment, maturity, and composition evolving throughout life are dynamic processes influenced during their establishment by various factors such as g...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3649

Agronomic Yield, Digestibility, and Protein Content of Nine Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) Varieties in Central Valley Oaxaca Mexico

G. Álvarez Fuentes, J. C. García López, J. A. Rendón Huerta, H. A. Lee Rangel, L. O. Negrete Sánchez & R. López Ortiz · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The aim of the present study was to evaluate the yield, digestibility, and protein content of nine varieties of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.). The varieties of alfalfa were compared during a complete production cycle. A completely randomized design was used taking into account the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3648

Diversity of Anopheles Larvae in Toro Local Government Area, Bauchi State, North-East Nigeria

Luka, I., Ombugadu, A., Njila, H. L., Mafuyai, M. J., Mamot, L. P. & Nanvyat, N. · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Vector control is a critical element of malaria control programs in Africa. To reduce human exposure to infective Anopheles mosquitoes, most programs rely on methods that kill adult mosquitoes. Therefore, the study on the distribution and abundance of Anopheles larvae in Toro Loc...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3646

Socio Economic Factors Contributing to Riparian Ecosystem Degradation along Kaiti River in Makueni County

Kimani CK, Kisangau DP & Owuor MA · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The degradation of riparian ecosystems threatens the livelihoods of communities that depend on these socio-ecological systems (SES) for their well-being. This is because; riparian ecosystems provide ecosystem services like fodder, timber, soil development, water regulation and ha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3647

Indigenous Goat Populations in Northwestern and Western Zones of Tigray Region, Ethiopia: Characterization of Major Husbandry Practices and Kidding Patterns

Teweldemedhn Mekonnen, Shishay Markos, Kibrom Esak & Tesfay Ataklti · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The survey was conducted before the war (before October 2020) in Tigray Region, Ethiopia. Goats are highly concentrated in the lowland areas than in the highlands of Ethiopia. Sample households of Begait (102), Hassan (106) and Arado (181) goats were randomly involved in the face...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3645

Evaluation of Mulberry Germplasm for Growth and Yield Parameters during Different Seasons

Sushmitha C, Chikkalingaiah, Manjunatha S R, Vidyashree S & Vinay Kumar M · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

Evaluation of mulberry germplasm for growth and yield parameters was carried out during the rainy and winter seasons of 2019-2020 in the Department of Sericulture, University of Agricultural Sciences, GKVK, Bengaluru-65. The experimental material for the present study comprised o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3644

Acaricide Potential of Creosote Bush (Larrea tridentata) Extracts in the Control of Varroa destructor in Apis mellifera

J.C. García-López, R.E. Herrera-Medina, J.A. Rendón-Huerta, L.O. Negrete-Sánchez, H.A. Lee-Rangel & G. Álvarez-Fuentes · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The aim of the present study was to assess the potential of natural compounds for the control of Varroa destructor in colonies of Apis mellifera, the antimite potential of the hydrolate and ethanolic extract (Leatricina®) of creosote bush (Larrea tridentata) was evaluated at a co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3643

Practical Applications of Teaching Methodologies in Human Anatomy

Paulo Franco Taitson, Laura Furletti Santiago, Marcela Cançado Sarkis, Fernanda Oliveira Prado de Vasconcelos & Clara Fraga Elias · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2024

The aim of this study is to underscore the significance of utilizing cadavers, artificial anatomical models, and innovative methodologies in Human Anatomy education, such as digital tables and 3D glasses. Additionally, it seeks to highlight the most effective approach for studyin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2024/v27i3642