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Comparison of the External Morphology of Straw- coloured Fruit Bats on Different Locations on Obafemi Awolowo University Campus

A. O. Bamidele & O. F. Israel · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Background of the Study: In the past few years, the presence of straw-coloured fruit bats in various parts of the University has been of a great concern to the University community. The movement of straw-coloured fruit bats from one location to another also creates concern of pos...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i430155

Identification of Spawning Sites and Natural Nurseries of Fishes in Lake Buyo (Côte d’Ivoire)

Olga Rosemonde N’dri, Attoubé Ida Monney, Mamadou Bamba, Yao Aristide Konan & Tidiani Koné · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aims: Information on ichthyoplankton is an important tool in determining reproduction periods that if associated to environmental variables. The abundance and distribution of ichthyoplankton and their relationships to some environmental variables of the water in Lake Buyo were an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i430154

The Effects of Enrichment Nutrients on the Growth of Indigenous Bacteria Species in Spent Lubricating Oil Contaminated Water

Tudararo-Aherobo Laurelta · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aim: This study was conducted to compare the effects of enrichment nutrients, NPK (Nitrogen, Posphorus, Potassium) and organic wastes on the growth of indigenous bacterial species in spent lubricating oil contaminated water. Six bacterial species which were isolated from spent lu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i330152

Phytochemical Study and Antioxidant Properties of Aqueous Extracts of Murraya paniculata Leaf

Tania Sabnam Binta Monir, Sadia Afroz, Ishrat Jahan & Tanvir Hossain · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aims: To investigate the chemical groups present, total phenolic compound, total flavonoid and to evaluate the possible antioxidant activity of aqueous extracts of Murraya paniculata leaf. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Depar...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i430153

In vitro Anthelmintic Activity of Chitosan Encapsulated Bromelain against Eggs, Larval and Adult Stages of Haemonchus contortus

Arthur Hunduza, John Kagira, Naomi Maina, Dickson Andala, Kipyegon Cheruiyot & Shadrack Kahiro · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

The objective of this study was to evaluate in vitro ovicidal, larvicidal and adult mortality activity of bromelain encapsulated in chitosan nanocarriers against H. contortus. Bromelain was isolated from peels of ripe pineapple from Kiambu County, Kenya. Isolation of bromelain wa...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i330151

Quarantine vs Social Consciousness: A Prediction to Control COVID-19 Infection

Md. Shahriar Mahmud, Md. Kamrujjaman, J. Jubyrea, Md. Shahidul Islam & Md. Shafiqul Islam · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Background: The world is now in an emergency of preventing the drastic spread of COVID-19. After the infection was first reported in December 2019, almost every country did not pay attention to this highly contaminated disease and failed to react swiftly. Now the whole planet is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i330150

Physicochemical and Microbial Groundwater Quality Assessment and Evaluation in Noakhali Region, Bangladesh

Protima Sarker, Sabikun Nahar, Runa Begum, S. K. Sayed Reza & Md. Shiblur Rahaman · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Groundwater is an essential and valuable natural source of drinking water. But sometime ground water contains different types of chemical or biological substance which make water unsuitable for consumption. Quality of the ground water varies in different location. The recent stud...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i330149

Effect of Circuit Training on the Cardiovascular Endurance and Quality of Life: Findings from an Apparently Healthy Female Adult Population

Uchenwoke Chigozie Ikenna, Onuoha Gift Ngozichi, Ilo Ijeoma, Nwadilibe Ijeoma, Neboh Ifeanyichukwu & Ogbueche Chukwudi Martin · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the effect of a 6-week circuit training on the cardiovascular endurance and quality of life of an apparently healthy adult female population. Methodology: This study adopted a pre and post-test experimental design. A total of 60 adult fema...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i330148

Investigation of Factors Affecting Biogas Production from Cassava Peels by Fractional Factorial Design Experimental Methodology

M. T. Nkodi, K. C. Mulaji, M. R. Mabela, S. J. Kayembe, M. E. Biey, G. Ekoko & K. M. Taba · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

The aim of this study was to investigate parameters affecting biogas production from cassava peels by using fractional factorial design method. The parameters studied were initial pH, organic loading rate, particle size and co-substrate type. Eight biodigesters (TH1, TH2, TH3, TH...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i230146

Structure of the Woody Stands of the Future Pre-Release Site of North African Ostrich (Struthiocameluscamelus(Linnaeus, 1858)) in Koutous, Niger

Maïmounatou Ibrahim Mamadou, Maman Kamal Abdou Habou, Thomas Rabeil, Habou Rabiou, Marie Petretto & Ali Mahamane · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

This study aims to investigate the composition and Important Value Index (IVI) of the woody stands of Tchillala, a 130-ha area selected for future North-African ostriches (Struthiocameluscamelus) prerelease in the Koutous region in Niger. The forest inventory method was implement...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i230145

Multiple Antibiotic Resistant Surveillance of Oxacillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Beef and Frozen Poultry Meat (Chicken)

Samuel Adedayo Fasiku, John Olusola Olayiwola, Emmanuel Oluwasegun Babayemi, Omorinsola Tolulope Lasekan & Afolake Atinuke Olanbiwoninu · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Introduction: Oxacillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (ORSA) associated with beef and frozen chicken is a threat to public health because of the potential ability of them being multiple antibiotics resistant. Aim: The aim of this study is therefore to isolate, determine the sus...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i230144

Sustainable Inland and Coastal Fisheries: Key Lessons Drawn from Community-based Fisheries Management in Bangladesh

Md. Golam Mustafa · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aim: To build an appropriate basis for inland and coastal fisheries co-management through the involvement of key government agencies, fishers, traders and relevant stakeholders. Study Design: Literature review of the community-based fisheries management projects in Bangladesh dur...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i230142

Acute Toxicity and Erythrocyte Osmotic Fragility Studies of Methanol Leaf Extract of Asystasia vogeliana in Rats

Hillary Emeka Ugwuanyi, Patrick Emeka Aba, Samuel Chukwuneke Udem & Innocent Ifeanyi Madubuinyi · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aim: To investigate the phytoconstituents of methanol and petroleum leaf extracts of Asystasia vogeliana (MLEAV and PLEAV), the median lethal dose (LD50) and the effects of MLEAV on body weight, organosomatic indices in vital organs and erythrocyte membrane of Albino Wistar rats...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i230143

Phenotypic Characterization of Dioscorea burkilliana J. Miège (Dioscoreaceae) Genetic Resources

I. T. Gbadamosi, M. Abberton, A. C. Igwe, F. Soyode & O. J. Olawuyi · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

Aims: This study investigated morphological characterization of eighty accessions of Dioscorea burkilliana obtained from the Genetic Resources Center of International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) Ibadan, Nigeria.  Study Design and Methods: The experimental field was l...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i130141

Genetic Improvement Strategy of Indigenous Cattle Breeds: Effect of Cattle Crossbreeding Program in Production Performances

Teweldemedhn Mekonnen, Yosef Tadesse & Selam Meseret · Journal of Applied Life Sciences International · 2020

The aim of the review is to summarize the fragmented production performance information on the effects of cattle crossbreeding in different parts of the globe. Most studies indicated that cattle crossbreeding practices conducted under extensive management system for small scale d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jalsi/2020/v23i130140