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Relationship between the Orientation of Leaves in Space and the Rice Development Process

Makoundou Alaric, Ongouya Mouekouba Dalcantara Liana, Mbon Nguekou Chrichna & Attibayeba · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

The objective of this study was to evaluate plants of SPU-79-96 forms with a short, dense, non-drooping panicle and SPU78-96 plants with a long, drooping panicle. This characteristic of these forms is the vertical arrangement of the leaves on the stem. Methodology and Results: Fo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4729

Antimicrobial Potential of Aqueous and Ethanol Extract of Termite and Bee Natural Products on Escherichia coli for Possible Medicinal Purpose

Ochiagha Chinemelum Stephanie & Emmanuel Chimela Ibe · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Background: arthropods have been utilized for their socio-economic value as food and medicine for decades in most part of the world. Many traditional healers use insects in their traditional medicine healing system. The idea of utilizing substances collected from insects as medic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4728

Starch Hydrolyzing Enzyme Production from Fruit Peels using Aspergillus Niger

Yash Srivastav, Gourav Thakur & Aditya Srivastav · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Amylase is one of the important industrial enzymes due to its application in detergents, food and textile industries. In the present study, the production of amylase, a starch hydrolysing enzyme, was optimized using Aspergillus niger under various conditions i.e., incubation time...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4727

Cattle Artificial Insemination Service in Developing Countries: Efficiency, Major Challenges and Economic Loss: A Review

Teweldemedhn Mekonnen & Tikabo Gebremariam · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

This review paper summarizes information on the efficiency, major challenges and economic loss of cattle Artificial Insemination (AI) service in developing countries. Efficiency of AI service can be measured by number of services per conception (NSC), conception rate at first ins...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4725

Microbial Contamination and Nutritional Evaluation of Poultry Feeds in Abidjan District Farms

Christelle Suzanne Djoman, Eric Essoh Akpa, Bernadette Gblossi Goualié, Ouattara Hadja Djeneba, Lamine Samagassi & Delphine Yevi N’Guessan · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

This study aims to evaluate the biochemical and microbial quality of poultry feeds  in farms of the Abidjan district. Thus, 164 samples of industrial feeds and farmer-formulated feeds  were  collected   in  Bingerville, Yopougon, Port-Bouet, Anyama and Songon  areas for microbiol...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4726

Development and Validation of HPLC Method for the Quantification of Impending Genotoxic Impurities in Dapson Drug Substances

Haresh B. Patel, Rohit H. Dave, Sandip Vadariya, Hitin Hirpara & Trushar Patel · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

The assessment of toxicological concentrations of possible genotoxic contaminants in drug substances was regarded as an important and challenging discipline . The International Conference and Harmonization (ICH) recommended that most pharmaceutical products be allowed to include...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i4724

Effect of Culture Medium, Growth Regulators and Organic Additives on Shoot Regeneration from Hybrid-Seeds of Phalaenopsis

Nguyen Thi Ngoc Tram, Bui Thanh Hoa, Pham Hong Diep & Tran Van Minh · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Aim: The Phalaenopsis Orchid, also known as the Moth Orchid, is a magnificent multicolored big orchid that has become a popular indoor plant and is easily recognized nowadays. The study of identifying the effects of culture medium, growth regulators, and organic additives on shoo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i3723

Exploring the Metabolic Implications of Dextrin and Maltodextrin on Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Insulin Resistance: A Systematic Analysis (Part 1)

Hassan Darwish, George Twaddle, Aaron Widmoyer, Una Gibbons, Maimouna Al Mahrizi & Hiba Al Lawati · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Aim: This study evaluates the effects of dextrin and maltodextrin on insulin resistance and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM). Background: Dextrin and maltodextrin are dietary fibers with known benefits for modulating blood glucose levels and insulin responses. Their use in dietary...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i3722

Assessment of Effects of Amended Bioremediation of Toxic Metal-polluted Soil using Organic Composites and Bacillus sp on Plant Growth Parameters

Maximus Chibuoyi Korie, Ferdinand Ozurumba Uzoma Osuala, Jude-Anthony Nnama Ogbulie, Josephat Nwabueze Okereke, Sylvia Onyinyechi Anyadoh-Nwadike, Colman Chikwem Ibe & Moses Ekene Nwachukwu · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

It has become pertinent to develop improved bioremediation techniques, to avert the deleterious effects of heavy metal pollution on agricultural productivity, and safety of its produce. In this study, cow dung, poultry wastes and their composites used as organic amendments were c...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i3721

Evaluation of Physicochemical and Microbiological Standards for Quality Packaged Drinking Water in Plastic Bags Produced by Three Companies in Korhogo in Northern Ivory Coast

Kouamé Maïmouna Liliane, Zoro Armel Fabrice, Soumahoro Souleymane, Acho Florentin Constant, N’guessan Amandine Appoline, Soro Yadé Réné & Toure Abdoulaye · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Drinking water packaged in sachets is popular with the population of Korhogo in northern of Ivory Coast. The objective of this study is to evaluate the physicochemical and microbiological parameters of this water produced by three companies. Three packets of 40 sachets of water e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i3720

Diagnosis and Current Treatment Strategies for Adult and Juvenile Hereditary Hemochromatosis

Tori Tyler, Amber Wiggins-McDaniel, Staton McBroom, Caroline Parry, Robert Tyler & Robert A. White · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Hemochromatosis is a common genetic disorder manifesting as an iron overload state requiring complex processes in diagnosis, treatment, and management of both adult, and pediatric, populations. This review outlines general diagnostic and treatment strategies for hemochromatosis d...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i2718

Genome Editing: A Strategic Tool to Advance Poultry Production in the Tropics

Ewuola Muslim Kayode, Akani, Basheerat Temitope, Fatai, Rasheed Babatunde & Ajenifujah-Solebo Shakira · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

The output of poultry genetic resources (PGR) can be greatly increased by the use of the very powerful tool known as genome editing. Poultry farming is significant in the tropics because it significantly raises household income and the level of living. Increasing PGR production i...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i3719

Medicinal Properties of Cobalt and Copper Nanoparticles Synthesized Using Limonia acidissima Leaf Extract

S. Panicker, A. Mathew, S. Dalvi & M. Chattaraj · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Aim: The present investigation was undertaken to synthesize Cobalt and copper nanoparticles (NPs) using Limonia acidissima L. leaf extract and to test their few medicinal properties like antimicrobial antioxidant and anti-diabetic activities. Methodology: Limonia acidissima plant...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i2717

Phenotypic and Genotyping Identification of Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) Producing Enterobacteriaceae Obtained from Animal Fecal Samples within Owerri Metropolis

Uche Justina Ozowara & Chijioke A Nsofor · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Background: One of the major means for the spread or distribution of antibiotic resistance is through animal, either by consumption or as companions. Most of the antibiotic resistant bacteria investigated have been reported to exhibit multidrug resistance which can either be acqu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i2716

Microbial Contamination and Hygiene Risks in Street-Sold Bissap Juice: A Case Study in Daloa, Côte d'Ivoire

Kouame Aya Bah Marie-Ange Christelle, Kouassi Kouassi Clément, Kouassi Kra Athanase & Konate Ibrahim · Biotechnology Journal International · 2024

Ready-to-eat Bissap juice is often classified in the street food group. The unhygienic conditions in which Bissap juice is prepared pose risks, sometimes leading to microbial contamination. The general objective of this work is to evaluate the diversity of pathogenic microorganis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/bji/2024/v28i2715