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Biochemical Changes and Sensory Evaluation of Soy Iru Produced Using Starter Culture

Afolabi Folake Titilayo & Abdulkadir Musliu · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Soybean (Glycine max L.) was processed into iru using Bacillus subtilis SBI 13 and Leuconostoc mesenteroides as starter culture and calabash as fermenting container. The fermenting soya beans were analysed for pH and titratable acidity, free amino acids and total soluble sugar. T...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26159

Detection of Dengue Fever Virus Serotype – 4 by using One-Step Real-Time RT-PCR in Hodeidah, Yemen

Murad Alahdal, Jamal Al-Shabi, Mahmoud Ogaili, Qais Yusuf Abdullah, Said Alghalibi, Aisha O. Jumaan & Mohammed Amood Al-Kamarany · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Background: Dengue and other fever like illnesses including chikungunya and malaria are common in Hodeidah, Yemen. Several outbreaks confirmed the presence of dengue serotypes 1-3. Aim: Confirm dengue fever infection and identify the circulating dengue virus serotypes in Hodeidah...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/24380

Incidence of Campylobacter jejuni in Chicken’s Meat and Faeces in Kano Metropolis, Kano State, Nigeria

A. Bukar & J. M. Ajagbe · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

This study was conducted to determine the incidence of Campylobacter jejuni in Chicken meat and faeces in Kano metropolis. A total of 300 samples comprising of 180 faecal samples and 120 chicken’s meat were collected from Poultry markets located within 6 local government areas of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25582

Serological Detection of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV) Type 1 and 4 in Sudan

H. A. Wegdan, K. S. Intisar, M. M. Shaza, O. A. Algezoli, A. Ballal, H. A. Ihsan, M. E. Sahar, A. M. Baraa, H. S. Manal, E. A. Muna, K. M. Taha, E. M. Nada & Y. H. Ali · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims:  This study was designed to investigate the presence of EHV 1 & 4 in blood serum of horses and donkeys in different localities in Sudan. Study Design: A total of 208 blood serum samples were collected from horse and donkeys from different localities in Sudan including;...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25803

Diversity of Plasmid Profile in Multi-drug Resistant Non- E. coli Intestinal Flora Lacking Association with Resistance Phenomenon

Nazneen Jahan, Jamil Mahmud, Fatema Akter, Salequl Islam & M. Hasibur Rahman · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: To study the plasmid diversity of intestinal non- Escherichia coli community, describe their potential as a reservoir of antibiotic resistance phenomenon and to find any association of resistance phenomenon with the plasmid content if any. Place and Duration of the Study: D...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25725

Isolation and Antibiogram of Staphylococcus aureus from Patients Admitted at Specialist Hospital Okitipupa, Ondo State, Nigeria

E. Nmema Eucharia · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: To isolate and determine the antimicrobial resistance and susceptibilities of Staphylococcus aureus from patients hospitalized at State Specialist Hospital, Okitipupa, Ondo State, Nigeria. Study Design: Prospective cross sectional. Place and Duration of Study: Department of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25360

Simulating Biodegradation of Hydrocarbon Pollutants under Slow Nutrient Delivery Conditions

T. Sampson, C. J. Ogugbue & G. C. Okpokwasili · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: Bacterial growth and petroleum hydrocarbon degradation kinetics was studied under controlled laboratory conditions, to determine and numerically simulate the fate of hydrocarbon pollutants. Study Design: A 35-day study was setup to investigate crude oil degradation and bacte...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25956

Effect of Carrier-based Rhizobium leguminosarum Inoculants on the Soil Physicochemical Characteristics, Nodulation and Growth of Soybean

Ojiagu Nnenna Chinelo, Onuorah Samuel Chinedu & Ojiagu David-Kingsley · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: To evaluate the effect of carrier-based inoculants on the soil physicochemical characteristics, nodulation and growth of soybean. Study Design: Examination of different carrier. Place and Duration of Study: Department of Applied microbiology and Brewing, Nnamdi Azikiwe Univ...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25143

Prevalence and Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Listeria monocytogenes Isolated from Beef, Pork and Chicken Sold in Makurdi Metropolis

Adikwu Peter, E. U. Umeh, E. T. Azua & Godwin Attah Obande · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Background: The demand for meat and meat products has been on the increase because of its nutritive value. Meat and meat products have been implicated in cases of foodborne diseases in both developed and developing countries. In Nigeria, there exist a dearth of information on the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25663

Effect of Pre-treatment Methods on the Quality Characteristics of Stored Irvingia kernel

Fidelis Azi, F. C. Ogbo, Amechi S. Nwankwegu, Michael O. Odo & Martin O. Anagboso · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: To evaluate effects of pre-treatment methods on the keeping quality of stored Irvingia kernels using ethanol and Ash from palm fronds as preservative agents. Study Design: Study of the microbial isolation using sabouraud dextrose agar and nutrient agar, introduction of thes...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/23314

In vivo Evaluation of Microorganisms Isolated from Peels of Selected Carbohydrate Rich Tubers

A. O. Momoh & O. S. Fadare · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: To detect the effect of microbes isolated from peels of Carbohydrate rich tubers on Albino rats. Study Design: The study was a comparative and descriptive study. Cassava and cocoyam peels were bought from Obanla market, Federal University of Technology, Akure. Those samples...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26177

Multidrug Resistant Providencia stuartii in Chicken Droppings: Public Health Implications for Poultry Workers and Associated Communities in nearby Dhaka Metropolis, Bangladesh

Arifatun Nahar, Mahfuza Marzan, Mashuk Siddiquee, Shamsun Nahar, Kazi Selim Anwar & Salequl Islam · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Introduction: Poultry farms (PFs) have appeared successful and wide spread business-industry in Bangladesh, which often remains contaminated with various hazardous microorganisms when standard hygiene practices are compromised. We sought to investigate a zoonotic human pathogen,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25883

In-vitro Resistance Development by Ciprofloxacin and Azithromycin in Shigella dysenteriae

Mohammad Sayful Islam, Md. Anwarul Haque, Ashish Kumar Sarker, Md. Ajijur Rahman & Md. Anwar Ul Islam · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Introduction: Drug resistance is a growing public health issue among the health care professionals. Due to improper use many bacterial species including the Shigella dysenteriae become resistant to the standard therapy. Objectives: In the present study, we have shown the bacteria...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25463

Corneal Ulcers at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital in Nigeria - A Ten Year Review

Affiong A. Ibanga, Bassey A. Etim, Dennis G. Nkanga, Uduak E. Asana & Roseline E. Duke · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aim: To review the pattern, trend, predisposing factors, characteristics and visual outcome of corneal ulcers at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) between January 2003 and December 2012 with a view to providing improved quality patient management. Study Design: R...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/25168

Trichoderma Suppresses Pathogenic Fusarium Causing Tomato Wilt in Bangladesh

Adeeba Raihan, Momena Khandaker, Manzur-E-Mohsina Ferdous, Md. Ataur Rahman, A. F. M. Jamal Uddin & Abu Shamim Mohammad Nahiyan · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: Antagonism to Fusarium root rot caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (ACI-FOL7 and ACI-FOL8) by Trichoderma spp. was investigated. Study Design: The study was designed to understand antagonistic properties of locally collected Trichoderma spp. against Fusarium in...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26020