Background: The larval internal parasitoids in the genus Meteorus attack certain lepidopterous larvae in different Egyptian fields. Two species, M. rubens and M. gyrator were the most abundant species reared from several lepidopterous larval species, which feed on different host...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i230105
Jude E. Okokon, Augustine I. L. Bassey, Emmanuel E. Nyong & Utibe A. Edem·Asian Journal of Biology·2020
Background: Croton zambesicus Muell Arg. (Euphorbiaceace) is a medicinal plant used traditionally in the treatment of some ailments. Aim: The root extract of Croton zambesicus was evaluated for effect on the gastrointestinal tract (GIT). Materials and Methods: The root extract of...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i230103
Aims: Poor sanitation is strongly associated with an increased cockroach infestation. In line with this, the study was carried out to ascertain and quantify the level of cockroach infestation and their perceived importance in Yalanguruza and Nassarawo communities. Study Design: E...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i230104
Onchocerciasis is a disease caused by a parasitic nematode Onchocerca volvulus in human. Ivermectin who is the main drug recommended for the treatment of this disease is only effective against the microfilarial stage of the parasite. Reports of emergence of parasite resistance t...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i230102
Background: Panicum maximum root is used routinely to treat ailments such as malaria, fever, pains and inflammatory diseases by traditional medicine practitioners. Aim: The study evaluated the anti-inflammatory effect of P. maximum root so as to validate its uses by practitioners...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i230101
Ash Bdr Limbu, . Dophu, Aita Bir Biswa, Leki Sonam, Kesang Norbu, Dawa Gyeltshen, Dal Bahadur Basnet, Jamba Gyeltshen & Tshering Nidup·Asian Journal of Biology·2020
The breeding activity of Himalayan sucker frog (Amolops himalayanus), was studied under natural conditions at Bodidrang stream, Kanglung, Trashigang, Bhutan, for 12 months. We examined the correlation between meteorological factors (relative humidity, temperature and rainfall) an...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i130100
Eva Salas, Chavelys López, Bárbara González, Flavio José Hernández Bonilla & Jhunior Abrahan Marcía Fuentes·Asian Journal of Biology·2020
The Cupressus sempervirens Linnaeus (Cypress) species, belonging to the botanical family of the Cupressaceae, is an arboreal species native to the eastern Mediterranean and is of great importance for presenting metabolites with great therapeutic potential. In Cuba, it is uncommon...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i130099
Background: There had always been a spirited effort in understanding the transport of air or molecular oxygen plus other gases from alveolar air space into the pulmonary capillaries and from the latter back into the former using mathematical models; the determination of the numbe...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i130098
Background: The people of Awka urban show an increasing trend of using well water resulting to unreliable and quality-compromised water supply. Aim: Effects of depth and seasons on the physicochemical and bacteriological quality of selected well water samples in Awka urban, Anamb...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i130096
Ukamaka Elizabeth Okafor, Asolo Chioma Helen & Ogonna Daniel Nwankwo·Asian Journal of Biology·2020
Artemisinin-based combination therapy had been recommended for the treatment of uncomplicated malaria in Africa. Aim: This study investigated the effects of artesunate/amodiaquine (A/A) and dihydroartemisinin/ piperaquine (D/P) on some blood parameters and histopathology of...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v10i130097
Aims: To analyze the chemical constituents of ethyl acetate extract from MSR-1707 to promote the rational utilization of the mushroom resources. Methodology: MSR-1707 belongs to the genus Nigrospora sp. It was extracted by ethyl acetate, then the extract was analyzed by Gas Chrom...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v9i430094
In vitro: regeneration of Chenopodium quinoa Willd. was achieved from cotyledonary nodes explants. In this study, used 6-Benzylaminopurine (BAP) and α-Naphthalene Acetic Acid (NAA) of plant growth regulators with different concentrations individually as well as in combination and...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v9i430095
Godswill J. Udom, Jude E. Okokon, John A. Udobang, Daniel N. Obot & Nkechi J. Onyeukwu·Asian Journal of Biology·2020
Dr Iguedo Goko Cleanser® is a polyherbal mixture promoted as an effective herbal remedy for numerous diseases. Study aimed to evaluate the toxicity concern of the polyherbal mixture (PHM) on lipid profile and oxidative status in Wistar rats of both gender. Acute toxicity study wa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v9i430093
Accurate and timely SARS-CoV-2 detection in suspected persons is crucial in the fight against its spread. Many techniques have been developed to meet up with the continuously growing demand, however some of these techniques lack the required accuracy, sensitivity and specificity....
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v9i430092
Research on soil ecological systems, such as the soil characteristics and properties of the soil micro-flora system, is essential in the sustainable production of black pepper (Piper nigrum L.).The role of using beneficial microorganisms in the sustainable production of black pep...
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Research Article10.9734/ajob/2020/v9i430091