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Potential Contamination Hotspots and Critical Control Points along Red Meat Value Chain between the Central Abattoir and Apata Butcher’s Stalls in Ibadan Nigeria

Fasanmi OG, Agbato OA, Okuneye OJ, Oladele-Bukola MO, Adegor EC, Orakwue OK, Emikpe OO, Adekunle OF, Akinyera A.O, Olurinde SY, Olofintuyi OK, Oyedepo MO, Amusa AO, Boluwade O & Kehinde OO · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

There is an avalanche of reports on foodborne bacteria causing different illnesses due to contamination of processing and transportation surfaces of foods. However, this study seeks to identify potential contamination hotspots, the foodborne bacteria capable of causing contaminat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101640

Production of New Delhi Metallo Beta Lactamase 1 (NDM-1) in Carbapenem Resistant Klebsiella pneumoniae Isolated from Clinical Specimens in Imo State, Nigeria

Anekwe Ifeoma Ijeoma, Chikwendu Chinwe Ifenyinwa, Ekperechi Sabinus Amadi & Ihenetu Francis Chukwuebuka · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Carbapenems are the beta-lactams of choice for treating infections caused by multi-drug resistant klebsiella pneumoniae and are also regarded as a last resort for the treatment of potentially fatal health-care-associated infections. However, carbapenem resistance has been widely...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101638

Epidemiological Factors Influencing the Development of Bacterial Blight in Clusterbean in Semi Arid Eastern Plain Zone –IIIA of Rajasthan, India

Anita Jat, P.S. Shekhawat, Mukesh Nitharwal, S.M. Choudhary & Meera Choudhary · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Background: The bacterial blight caused by Xanthomonas axonopodis pv. cyamopsidis is the most destructive disease of clusterbean causing tremendous losses in yield and quality under severe conditions. Methods: The effect of environmental factors on the development of bacterial bl...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101639

Isolation and Characterization of the Microbial Flora on Biometric Fingerprint Scanners in the University of Northern Philippines

Sailesh Kapair · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

This study aimed to isolate and characterize the microorganisms isolated on the biometric fingerprint scanners in the University of Northern Philippines.  Specifically, it sought response to the following objectives: (a) to determine the microorganisms isolated on the finger prin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101637

Microbiological Characteristics of Food Sold in Schools in N'Djamena, Chad: Case of Sandwiches, Alelés and Danwaké

Nourah Moussa Kadam, Abdoullahi Ousman Hissein, Kagambèga Boureima, Mayoré Atéba Djibrine, Khadjidjé Azene, Marthe Rirabe, Sylvain Tadio & Abdelsalam Tidjani · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Aims: To contribute to knowledge of the health quality of food sold near schools in N'Djamena, Chad, in order to ensure that students have healthy food. Study Design: Cross-sectional descriptive study based on analyses of collected samples and interpretations of the results. Plac...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101636

Antiradical, Antioxydant and Antimicrobial Properties of Essential Oil of Eucalyptus tereticornis Used in the Treatment of Respiratory Diseases in Togo: A Phytochemical Study Approach

KPATSIDE Abla Ahoéfa, DJERI Bouraïma, NOVIDZRO Kosi Mawuena, HOINSOU Yao, TOUDI Gérard & KAROU Damintoti Simplice · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Introduction: Traditional medicine has seen a resurgence of attention and interest worldwide. Eucalyptus tereticornis is a medicinal plant belonging to the Myrtaceae family. This study was initiated to assess the therapeutic potential of Eucalyptus tereticornis essential oil. Met...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101634

Evaluation of Antibacterial Effect of Bacteriocin Producing Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Yoghurt and ‘Akamu’ on Selected Pathogenic Bacteria

Nzeako, Ijeoma Juliet, Orji, J.C. & Nwogwugwu, N.U · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

The rise of antibiotic resistance poses a significant threat to both human and animal health. As resistance to standard antibiotics becomes more prevalent, the need to discover new sources of effective Antimicrobial agent becomes inevitable. The study aimed to evaluate the antiba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101635

Assessment of Pollution and Its Associated Risks to Public Health in the Camaron-Sabalo Lagoon, Mazatlan, Mexico

Jose Guilermo Galindo Reyes · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

The Camaron-Sabalo Lagoon is a body water located within of Mazatlán city, NW Mexico. The lagoon's surface area has been significantly reduced by the construction of hotels, boulevards, and the expansion of the aquarium; it also receives illegally wastewater from surrounding quar...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101633

Phytochemical Profiling and Anti-MRSA Activity of Extracts from Moringa oleifera Lam. and Senna occidentalis (L.) Link Cultivated under Organic Conditions

Koné Souleymane, Djibrine Adoum Oumar, Ali Haroun Hissein, Yaro Boubacar & Savadogo Aly · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

The emergence of antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, particularly Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), is a major threat to global public health. In this context, medicinal plants represent a promising alternative for the discovery of new antimicrobial agents....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101632

Prevalence and Multidrug Resistance of Vibrio furnissii in Hand-Dug Wells Near Septic Tanks in Two Suburban Lagos, Nigeria

Tayo Modupe Kayode-Isola, Olusoji Olusegun Adebisi, Kehinde Imisi Temitope Eniola, Olukayode Oluwole Isola, Sunday Awe & Abass Adebayo Olalekan · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Access to safe drinking water is key to achieving appreciable gain in human health, which is a focus of the sustainable development goals (SDGs) and One health; hence well water meant for consumption must meet the quality guidelines for drinking water to reduce possible health-ri...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101631

Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of Clove Extract (Syzygium aromaticum) on Clinical Isolates of Staphylococcus aureus

Lynda Kadi Giami, Sampson Tonye & Rosemary Ugochi Charles · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Antibiotic resistance to conventional antibiotics has remained a significant therapeutic challenge in clinical settings. To this end, alternative therapeutic approaches are being sought after. One such approach is the use of antimicrobial inhibitors derived from natural sources,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101630

In vitro Antibacterial Activity of Mulberry Fruit Extracts from Different Accessions against Salmonella enterica and Bacillus cereus

R. Moulidharshan, P. Priyadharshini, R. Nandha Kumar, G. Savitha, R. Durgadevi, R. Kalpana, Sabarish M, S.A. Brindha Bharathi & T. Thamizharasu · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

The emergence of antibiotic-resistant foodborne pathogens, particularly Salmonella enterica and Bacillus cereus, highlights the necessity for efficient natural antibacterial alternatives. The present study evaluated the in vitro antibacterial efficacy of aqueous fruit extracts fr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i101629

Advanced Molecular Typing Strategies for Surveillance of Staphylococcus spp

Mrigakshi Gogoi & Jayanti Datta Roy · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Background: Staphylococcus spp is known to trigger an extensive array of healthcare-related infections in humans and are naturally adaptable to a broad spectrum of environmental sources. With emergence antibiotic strains, it becomes necessary to use advanced techniques to investi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91628

Assessment of Vendors’ Knowledge of Hygiene Practices and the Microbiological Quality of Animal-Derived Food at the Togo–Benin Border (Sanvee-Condji and Hillah-Condji)

APETI Messan Wèdè, BATIONO Fabrice & MELILA Mamatchi · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Background: Global demand for animal proteins continues to rise. According to the FAO, between 2020 and 2021, the production of meat, fish and dairy products increased by 4.2 %, 2 % and 1.5 % respectively, driven by rapid urbanisation, demographic growth and the expansion of stre...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91627

Seasonal Incidence and Management of European Foulbrood Diseases in Apis mellifera L. Colonies of Kangra Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India

Sapna Devi, Ankita Thakur, Rupali Rehalia & Ankush Sharma · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

The introduction of the European honey bee (Apis mellifera) into Asia has contributed to the spread of various pathogens, including Acarapis woodi, European foulbrood (EFB), and Sac brood. The study aims to seasonal incidence and management of European foulbrood diseases in Apis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i91625