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Evaluation of the Microorganism Present in Garri Sold within Local Market and Garri Producers in Ozoro Community

Okinedo, J.I, Orogu J.O., Ukolobi O. & Aphiar, A.E. · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

This study evaluated the microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) present in garri sold within local market and garri producers at Ozoro Community. This was achieved through microbial analysis of samples to determine microbial count and strains available. Contamination of sample was o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i6410

Analyzing Daphnia and Black Soldier Fly Performance for Fish Protein

Victor Chelal, Leah Mumbi Mahianyu, Benjamin Musyimi Musingi & Dorcas Mutheu Musingi · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

The effectiveness of Daphnia and Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae as substitute protein sources for fish diet is examined in this study. The quest for sustainable aquaculture methods has led to a rise in the need for substitute protein sources. Since they may be raised using organi...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5408

Morphology, Cytology and Ethnobotany of Three Pimpinella L. Species (Apiaceae) from the North-western Himalayas, India

Sanjeev Kumar, Savita Rani, Sonika Kalia, Jatinder Kumar Sharma & Syed Mudassir Jellani · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

During the present study, population-based meiotic studies were carried out on three species and 14 populations of the genus Pimpinella from selected localities of district Kangra and Sirmaur of Himachal Pradesh in the North-Western Himalayas (India). The present chromosome adds...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5407

Mycological Assessment of Selected Swimming Pools of Recreational Centers around the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Joseph C. Onyemachi & Onoriode C. Eruteya · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Aims: This study was carried out to determine the physicochemical properties and mycological safety of four swimming pools within and around the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria. Study Design:  Random sampling design was employed. Place and Duration of Study: De...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5406

Impact of Irrigation Water on the Bacteriological Quality of Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) in the Market Garden Zone of Niamey, Identification of Enterobacteria

Almou Abdoulaye Alio, ALIO SANDA Abdel-Kader, Alio Fody Mahamadou, Chaibou Yaou, Rabiou Mamane Moustapha, Hamidou Djelifa, Soumana Sourounda Idé, Mahamane Idi Issa Abdoulahi, Mamadou Lewamy, Haoua Sabo Seini & Sadou Hassimi · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

The urban community of Niamey is characterized by a prodigious development of urban and peri-urban agriculture. Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is one of the main crops grown in these urban and peri-urban areas. The aim of this study is to assess the impact of irrigation water on the ba...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5405

Evaluation of the Floristic, Phytosociological and Geographic Characteristics of the Understorey of an Ex-plantation of Guarrea cedrata (A Chev.) in the Yangambi DR. Congo

Jean Trésor Bokanga, Isaac Diansambu, Timothée Besisa, Joël Bondekwe, Trésor Bofango & Sylvain Solia · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate and compare the floristic diversity, phytosociological spectra and geographical characteristics of the understorey of the old abandoned plantation of the Yangambi Biosphere Reserve, using the Martineau and Blanc-étoc silvicultural methods. Th...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5404

Enhanced Bioavailability and Efficacy of Bacopa Extract and Ebelin Lactone: Preparation and Biological Evaluation

Devaraj Reddy KN, Srilakshmi Aluri, Prathvi Shetty, Shreya Udaya, Shankara Prasad, Sudhanva MS & Shobith Rangappa · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Although Bacopa monnieri extract is well known for its cognitive and memory support, it has received minimal attention in pharmacy due to its terrible palatability and poor bioavailability. This study aimed to develop an improved, cost-effective, and eco-friendly process for the...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5403

Pear Production (Pyrus communis L.) in Jerusalem, Palestine

Jehad M. H. Ighbareyeh · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Pear is a tree belonging to the Rosaceae family, sensitive to different environmental conditions. It is spread in East and West Asia, America and the European Union, and its production has an economic role for many countries of the world, including Palestine. Average annual tempe...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5401

Water Quality and Growth Performance of Nile Tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus), Chia (Salvia hispanica) and Lemon Grass (Cymbopogon citratus) in a Media-based Aquaponics System

Zipporah Gichana · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

High ammonia levels in enclosed fish production systems negatively impact fish growth and hinder optimum production. The objective of this study was to evaluate the (i) biofiltration potential of chia (Salvia hispanica) and lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) (ii) the influence of...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i5402

Salicylic Acid Alleviates the Adverse of Salinity Stress in Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)

Emtiyaaz AL-Maqtary, Isam AL-Madhagi & Khalid AL-Mureish · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Aims: To discover the resistance of the Yemeni genotype of fenugreek to salt stress and the impact of salicylic acid on alleviating salt stress. Study Design: The experimental design adopted a completely randomized block design (RCBD), with pots filled with a 1:2 mixture of sand...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4400

Phytochemical Properties and In vitro Antimicrobial Activity of Methanolic Leaf Extract of Durio zibethinus Murr. on Selected Clinical Isolates

Sunday Adegoke Adeniyi, Gabrial Ademola Olatunji, Olubunmi Stephen Oguntoye & Ezekiel Olatoye Solanke · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Bacterial and viral infections represent the most challenging diseases to treat in humans due to resistance to most of the therapeutic agents. The advent of drug resistance factors that have challenged the effectiveness of all antimicrobial agents prompted the investigation of an...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4399

Review on Organic and Chemical Farming in Agricultural Sector

Subhranshu Panda, Padmini Priyadarsini, Ujju Kumara, Saket Mishra, Shashi Kant Ekka, Akhilesh Kushwaha & Reena Kujur · Asian Journal of Biology · 2024

Present day healthy food is very important but farmers and market people are using more chemicals so that total recourses are polluted. Mainly farmers using more chemical fertilizer so that it is affected to soil, resource, human health, animals and plants. These all are polluted...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajob/2024/v20i4397