A total of 10 Trichoderma isolates were obtained from 10 rhizosphere samples The antagonistic effects of ten isolates of Trichoderma spp. were assessed based on their ability to inhibit the Rhizotonia solani by dual culture technique. Among the ten Trichoderma isolates tested, NR...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51578
Aims: Dahi, or curd, is a common fermented milk product in West Bengal and throughout India. In the unorganised business, the "back-slopping" approach is still used to produce it using an unidentified range of strain starters, which could result in batch variation that affects sa...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51577
Antibiotic resistance globally creating a serious health crisis which threatens today’s living world. Recent research updates indicate that specific environmental factors are the key regulatory components for the spreading of clinically relevant or non-relevant resistant microorg...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51576
Efoé Sossou, Anne-Cécile Normand, Ameyo M. Dorkenoo, Arnaud Fekkar, Fiali A. Lack, Hélène E. Kamassa, Yendoube Kantchire & Renaud Piarroux·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Aims: This study aims to measure the accuracy of routine techniques for identifying fungi in mycology laboratories in Lomé, Togo. Study Design: It was a descriptive-analytical study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at the Mycology Laboratories of the Sylvan...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51575
Background: The microbiome includes all microbes, their genetic information, and the specific environments where they flourish. The gut microbiota is essential for both healthy individuals and those suffering from various diseases. The metabolites produced is having a significant...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51573
This study aimed to assess the physicochemical properties and bacteriological quality of borehole water from five communities (Abraka, Obiaruku, Warri, Eku, and Kwale) across three Senatorial districts of Delta State, Nigeria, during the wet and dry seasons. Twenty (20) water sam...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51574
Danjuma, J, Ngwai, Y. B, Nkene, I. H, Bolarinwa, O.F, Ishaleku, D, Agondo, D. I, Imokhe, G. A, Igbawua, I. N, Yakubu, S, Okpalaeke, N. B & Tama, S. C·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Aims: This study evaluated the prevalence of Plasmodium parasite among pregnant women attending antenatal care in selected healthcare facilities in Nasarawa-South Senatorial District, Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Study Design: Cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: De...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51572
Background: Spore-forming bacteria such as Bacillus and Clostridium are well-known for their ability to endure extreme conditions and are significant contributors to hospital-acquired infections. Their spores enable them to resist heat, disinfectants, and environmental stressors....
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51571
Lipases are important hydrolytic enzymes with numerous industrial applications and economic impact. Lipase producing microorganisms were isolated from freshly produced palm oil produced in Akure, Nigeria. The microbes were assessed for lipase production potential using submerged...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51570
This study provides a concise comparative analysis of Ganoderma and Shiitake mushrooms, emphasizing their phytochemical profiles and antimicrobial properties. Both species were found to contain significant bioactive compounds, including phenols, flavonoids, terpenoids, and polysa...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i51569
The debilitating nature of infectious diseases has drastically reduced the health standard of individuals in the society. This study was conducted to evaluate the effects of Helicobacter pylori infection on the immunoglobulins and interleukins of infected patients at Nnewi North,...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41568
Cedric Fossi Tchinda, Karyom Djim-Adjim-Ngana, Daouda Ismaila, Lucrece Olivia Njike Tchana, Gael Njini Nfor, Genevieve Andoseh, Gaizirene Egoume Feudjieu, Sonia Gayap Matchuenkam, Kikie Josiane Essola, Armelle D. Tchamgoue & Gabriel Agbor Agbor·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Background: Nosocomial infections, particularly sepsis, represent a major public health challenge, especially in hospital settings where hygiene practices may fall short. The use of mobile phones by medical staff can act as a vector for pathogen transmission, thereby increasing t...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41567
The Fowl adenoviruses (FAdVs) are ubiquitous in nature and found worldwide and is often isolated from asymptomatic chickens. FAdVs are known to cause many important diseases in poultry like Inclusion body hepatitis (IBH), Hydropericardium syndrome (HPS), Hepatitis hydropericardiu...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41566
Aims: Kiosks are informal restaurants that are rapidly growing in Côte d'Ivoire, offering a variety of meals. This study focuses on the food safety practices of vendors and customers at these kiosks, as well as the microbiological load of the most sold dish, "spaghetti." The aim...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41565
Ukpa Susan Paulinus, Barnabas Favour Obioma, Omagha Rachel, Mantu Eno Chongs, Salami Matthew Oluwafemi, Nduke Suzana Joseph, Obogo Julia Mandu, Amalu Paul Chima, Ezeama Juliet Chika, Oraekeyi Nkiruka Perpetua, Abok Ajang Jacob, Ikede Rex Ehizojie, Aniekan Enobong Akpadiaha, Umoren Asian Micheal, Ukoh Ofonmbuk & Ali Amina Hassan·Microbiology Research Journal International·2025
Introduction: Zobo drink is a red non-alcoholic local beverage made from different varieties of dried petals of Roselle calyx through aqueous extraction. It is rich in protein, calcium iron and other antioxidants. The increase in Religious and health campaign against alcoholic be...
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Research Article10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i41563