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Role of Echocardiography in Canine Cardiac Diagnosis: A Review

Jagruti N. Parmar, Joice P. Joseph, Jayendra R. Damor, Bhawana O. Narnoliya, Devangini K. Pandya & Rahul A. Chauhan · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Cardiac disorders represent a major health challenge in both humans and companion animals, particularly dogs. Modern diagnostic imaging has transformed clinical evaluation by enabling rapid, non-invasive visualization of internal structures. Among available modalities, ultrasonog...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4270

Bioremediation Potential of Indigenous Bacteria from Piggery Effluents in Owo, Nigeria

Oyetayo, A.M., Giwa, O.E., Jose, A.R., Ayeni, T.O. & Thomas, F.M. · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Piggery wastes can be reservoirs of heavy metals and high microbial loads that pose environmental and public health risks. Bioremediation is the most efficient, eco-friendly and cost-effective technology for the transformation of contaminants. This study evaluated the bioremediat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4269

In vitro Evaluation of the Antibacterial Activity of Extracts from Solanum Torvum Swartz (Solanaceae) Leaves on the Growth of a Resistant Strain of Enterobacter

BAIBO Guy Léonce, Yao Kouame Rene, DOUMBIA Mohamed Lamine, MONTHAUT Sylvia & Ackah Jacques Auguste Alfred Bognan · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Background: Bacterial resistance to antibiotics is becoming increasingly important and is characterised by the emergence of new resistance. Enterobacter is one of the bacteria most commonly responsible for nosocomial infections. From the last many decades, plants are essential so...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4268

Hybridization, Introgression and Genetic Segregation among Cultivated and Feral Sorghum

Titus O. Magomere, Eliud K. Ngugi, Solomon I. Shibairo, Eunice Mutitu & Silas D. Obukosia · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Aims: The East African region is a centre of diversity for sorghum, there is need for studies on the role of interspecific hybridization and introgression of domesticated sorghum genes in weedy backgrounds. Study Design: Interspecific hybridization between S. bicolor and the weed...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4267

Filtration Approach of an Optimized Extract of Garcinia kola Heckel by Membrane Separative Techniques

Yves Bleouh Jean NYAMIEN, Attoh Hyacinthe ANON, Haffiata KONÉ-SORO & Henri Godi Biego · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Aims: The aims of this study was to determine the optimal conditions for extracting active molecules from Garcinia kola seeds and to clarify the extract obtained by membrane microfiltration. Study Design: Garcinia kola seeds were collected in October 2024-February 2025 from the r...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4266

Assessment of Agricultural Practices and Socio-Economic Challenges in Urban Market Gardening: A Case Study of Yopougon, Ivory Coast

Koffi Morofie Justin KOUAME, Adobi Christian KADJO, Ettien Léon Hamian, Kohi Alfred KOUAME, Sylvestre DAGO & Koffi David AKAKI · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Urban and peri-urban agriculture is a fundamental pillar of food security and local economic development in Côte d'Ivoire, particularly in the municipality of Yopougon, where market gardening plays a central role despite significant land, technical, and health constraints. This s...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4265

Optimization of Cellulase Production by Daldinia concentrica through Variation of Incubation Time and Lignocellulosic Substrate under Solid-State Fermentation

Dickens Agie, George Omwenga, Arika W. Makori, Patroba Ojola & Michael Sakha · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

A significant portion of agricultural and industrial by-products, such as sugarcane bagasse, rice husks, and eucalyptus sawdust, are underutilised despite their potential as abundant sources of cellulose. Fungal species are excellent producers of cellulases that hydrolyze cellulo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4264

Health Risk Assessment of Selected Heavy Metals in Charcoal Used for Water Pipe Tobacco

Nwauche, K.T., Okpokpo, H. G. & Nwaokezi, C. O. · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

The consumption of water pipe tobacco particularly among young females has become increasingly prevalent nowadays. Thus, this study is aimed at investigating the concentration of heavy metals in coal used for water pipe tobacco and the health risk assessment of the metals. A comm...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4263

Molecular Detection of blaCTX-M-G1, blaVIM blaIMP and mcr Genes in Extended Spectrum β-Lactamase Bacilli Isolated at Schiphra Protestant Hospital, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

KJ. ZONGO, I. TIENDREBEOGO, MR. YOUGBARE, TWC. OUEDRAOGO, H. OUEDRAOGO, T. Lassina, M. SAVADOGO, FW. DJIGMA & J. SIMPORE · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Background and Aim: Infectious diseases nowadays are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria, making their management both difficult and costly. In Gram-negative bacilli, several enzymes particularly ESBLs and carbapenemases allow to counteract the antibiotic effect of nearly all...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4262

Quality of Silage from Vetiver (Chrysopogon zizaniodes L.) Grass Harvested at Different Re-growth Period

CARLO B. SABALES, JESUS VINCENT RUSTOM B. TUY, EMMA G. JARCIA, ALBERT R. ACUÑA, MARICAR B. RUIZ, DONABEL E. VALENZUELA, ERNEST JOHN C. CAPINO & MARK ANTHONY D. LIBARDO · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Aims: Generally, the study aims to determine the effect of different re-growth period on the silage quality of vetiver grass. Specifically, it aims to determine the dry matter content of Vetiver grass harvested at 30, 45 and 60 days old of regrowth period and compare the physical...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4261

Ancient Practices of Fumigation: Historical and Scientific Significance

Sanjo S Thomas & Nisy S · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

For thousands of years, fumigation has been practiced in various cultures for health, spiritual, and practical purposes. The ancient Egyptians used resins like frankincense to purify their spaces. Ayurvedic dhupana in India employs medicinal herbs like neem and turmeric. Chinese,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4260

Storage Analysis of Developed Chicken Nuggets by Incorporation of Inulin and Hydroxy Propyl Methyl Cellulose

Vignesh.G, Sudha.K, Muthusamy.P, Jayanthi. D & Thiruvenkadan. A. K · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

This study focused on assessing the microbiological characteristics and storage stability of chicken nuggets formulated with Inulin and Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) during frozen storage at –18 ± 1°C. Total Viable Count (TVC), coliform and yeast and mould levels were anal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4259

Optimization of Xylan and Xylanase Production from Aquatic Weeds to Explore their Potential for Xylo-Oligosaccharide Production

Shweta Jaiswal & Latika Bhatia · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Aquatic weeds are often perceived as ecological nuisances due to their rapid growth and invasive tendencies. The growing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly sources of bioactive compounds has led to increased interest in utilizing aquatic weeds for value-added product generat...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4258

Comparative Analysis of the Physicochemical and Bacteriological Characteristics of Meat Processing Wastewater and their Environmental and Public Health Assessment in Cameroon

AGENDIA Atabong Paul, LETAH Nzouebet Wilfried Arsène, DJUMYOM Wafo Guy Valerie, TCHIANZEU Tekamdjio Stephane Lauris, DJAFNA Emmanuel, LIEGUI Sandrine Ginette, FOMEKONG Kenne Michaël & TONFACK Libert Brice · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Aims: To assess and compare the pollution load from a modern slaughterhouse facility and a local market slaughter site in Yaoundé, Cameroon, in order to evaluate how facility size and operational practices influence environmental contamination and public health risks. Study Desig...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4257

Public Awareness and Attitudes toward Immunization against Disease Outbreaks in Isoko North and South Lgas, Delta State, Nigeria

Agbagu Oghale Cleopatra, Adhekoyibo Orezi Sophronia, Ofili C. C., Otutu M. O., Esegbue P. C. & Okwelum, Anthonia Onyenibe · Asian Journal of Biotechnology and Bioresource Technology · 2025

Introduction: Vaccination remains one of the most cost-effective and efficient public health strategies, particularly in reducing childhood mortality from infectious diseases. The aim of this study therefore, is to assess the level of public awareness and attitudes towards immuni...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajb2t/2025/v11i4256