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Morphological Diversity of Fungal Strains Responsible for Dessert Banana Rot, Musa Sapientum (Musaceae) Produced in the South Comoe Region on Ivory Coast

Foba Foba Stéphane Isaac, Coulibaly Ibourahema, Coulibaly Adja Massagna & Konan Kouakou Ahossi · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aims: The banana dessert grown in different regions of the world, encounters important difficulties that cause it to lose its marketability especially because of the diseases related to conservation. The objective here is to identify the strains responsible for fungal diseases of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i101348

Extract Development of sorghum Grains during Malting and Utilization of Bitter Leaf Extract for Beer Production Using Saccharomyces cerevisiae

F. S. Ire, P. E. Dike & L. C. Nwalewachi · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate extract development of sorghum grains during malting and utilization of bitter leaf for production of beer using S. cerevisiae. Study Design: Randomized experimental design was used to achieve the aim of the study. Place and Duration of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i101347

Characterization and Identification of Bacteria Present in the Bath Towels of Female Students in Rivers State University Hostels

C. J. Ugboma & H. C. Otamiri · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Bath towels are an important part of our everyday life, but they often amass a large number of micro-organisms which may sometimes be harmful to us. For the study a total of 10 samples plus a control were collected from bath towels of female students in NDDC hostel, post-graduate...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i101346

Antimicrobial Capacity, Antioxidant and Free Radical Scavenging Activity of Extract from the Leaf of Erigeron floribundus

O. Ojo Bola, F. B. Ajimojuowo & O. T. Oyekale · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Fresh leaves of Erigeron floribundus were obtained, and its ethanolic extract was assessed for antimicrobial, antioxidant-free radical scavenging activity as well as phytochemical constituents. Hemolytic activities were also screened to know whether the extract will lyse the bloo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91345

Microbiological and Nutritional Quality of Complementary Foods for Children (6 to 24 months) Produced in the City of Man (Côte d'Ivoire)

Koffi Affoué Carole, Kossonou Yao Kamelé, Adingra Kouassi Martial-Didier, Yapi Aka Eugène-Janvier, Kouassi Kouassi Clément & Rose Koffi-Nevry · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

This study aims to determine the microbiological and nutritional quality of complementary foods for children produced in the city of Man (instant flour and porridge). To do this, a structured survey of nannies and vendors, coupled with microbiological and physicochemical analyzes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91344

Isolation and Characterization of Antibiotic Producing Fungi from Soil

Adole James Emmanuel & Okpe Peter Igoche · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

This study was aimed to isolate and characterize antibiotic producing fungi from the soil environment within Ahmadu Bello University main campus Samaru, Zaria. Soil samples were collected from five different locations within Ahmadu Bello University main campus for the Isolation o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91343

Molecular Characterization and Antibiogram of Selected Pathogens Isolated from Streams and Wells Water Sources in Three Local Government Areas of Rivers State, Nigeria

A. A. Okwelle, J. A. Lennox & B. E. Asikong · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aims: Reliance on unhealthy water sources such as hand dug wells and streams have led to the occurrence of waterborne diseases such as amoebic dysentery, gastroenteritis, typhoid fever and cholera among several communities in Rivers State. This study tends to identify selected mu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91342

Quantitative Risk Assessment for Salmonella in Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) Consumed in Benin, West Africa

D. Sylvain Dabadé, Vioutou E. C. Coffi & Paulin Azokpota · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

The present study aims at quantitatively assessing the risk associated with Salmonella in lettuce (Lactuca sativa) consumed in Benin (West Africa). To that end, a survey was conducted involving 550 respondents to determine the conditions under which the product is handled along t...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i91341

Isolation and Phenotypic Characterization of Lytic Bacteriophage with Activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa

Caroline Antunes do Nascimento, Milena Zanoello Bertuol, Luana Pasqualotto, Elis Presser Püttov, Fernando Pilotto, Luciana Ruschel dos Santos & Laura Beatriz Rodrigues · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aims: To perform the isolation and phenotypic characterization of bacteriophage with lytic activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa. To demonstrate that this type of viral agent can be isolated from the environment and used for the biocontrol of resistant bacterial types, such as...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i81340

Risk Factors Associated with Bacterial Vaginosis in Pregnant Women in Senegal

Safietou Ngom-Cisse, Assane Dieng, Omar Gassama, Habsa Diagne-Samb, Moustapha Cisse, Serigne Mbaye Lo Ndiaye, Alioune Tine, Farba Karam, Gora Lo, Awa Ba-Diallo, Aïssatou Gaye-Diallo, Coumba Toure-Kane, Halimatou Diop-Ndiaye, Cheikh Saad-Bouh Boye & Makhtar Camara · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Background: Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is associated with a high risk of complications, particularly during pregnancy. Objectives: The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence of BV in pregnant women in Dakar, Senegal, and to identify its associated risk factors. Patient...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i81338

In vitro Susceptibility Studies of the Extract, Fraction and Cream Formulation of the Leaf of Musa paradisiaca Linn against Known Dermatophytes

Asuquo, Ememobong Gideon, Udobi, Chinweizu Ejikeme & Eyibio, Okokon Okon · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aim: This study was aimed at investigating the in vitro susceptibility of known dermatophytes to Musa paradisiaca leaf extract. Methodology: The antifungal activity of the methanol extract, aqueous fraction and cream formulation of Musa paradisiaca leaf was established by agar we...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i81337

Isolation, Identification and Evaluation of the Plant Growth Promoting Activities of Endophytic Stenotrophomonas maltophilia to Stimulate Growth of Clover Plants under Salt Stress

Amal, A. Ali & Neama H. Osman · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Two endophytic bacterial isolates were obtained from root nodules of clover plants grown in salt affected clay soil of Egypt. The isolates were closely linked to Stenotrophomonas maltophilia strains IPR-Pv696 and 262XG2 based on the sequencing and phylogenetic analysis of 16S rRN...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i81336

Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of HIV+ and HIV- Tuberculosis Patients Followed and Treated at the Regional Hospital of Oyem, Northern Gabon: A Two-Year Retrospective Study

Cédric Sima Obiang, Thiéry Ndong Mba, Hilaire Kenguele Moundounga, Pelche Bertrand Owono Mezui, Arnaud Brice Pambo–Pambo, Joseph Privat Ondo & Louis-Clément Obame Engonga · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Background: The objective of this study was to analyse the clinical characteristics of HIV+ and HIV- tuberculosis patients followed and  treated at the Oyem Regional Hospital Centre (ORHC). Materials and Methods: During this study conducted between January 2019 and December 2021,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i81335

The Characteristic, Occurrence of Aflatoxin and Associated Risk with Human Health

Sharique Ahmad, Subuhi Anwar & Pushpendra D. Pratap · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Aflatoxins are toxins produced by the fungus Aspergillus parasiticus and Aspergillus flavus. They are colorless, cannot be detected under normal light, odorless and contaminated foods most often do not have any special or bad smell. Environmental factors such as the temperature,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i71333

Nitrogen-Fixing and Phosphate Solubilizing Potentials of Rhizobacteria from the Rhizosphere of Two Cassava Varieties in Iyamho Community

Ehis-Eriakha Chioma Bertha, Akemu Stephen Eromosele & Akharaiyi Fred Coolborn · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2022

Microorganisms in close association with the roots of plants can enhance plant growth, through nitrogen fixation (NF) and phosphorus solubilization (PS). Although the type of microbes in close association with different plants varies, their population and genetic capabilities is...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2022/v32i71334