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Genetic Diversity of Agro-morphogenic Traits in Soybean (Glycine max L. Merr).

Md Anisur Rahama, Anik Sarkar, Sourav Modak, Md. Mahadi Hasan & Naheed Zeba · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

The genetic diversity of agro-morphogenic traits in 14 genotypes of soybean (Glycine max L. Merr.) were studied in an experiment using a Complete randomizes Design (CRD). Each trait's analysis of variance revealed a substantial difference between genotypes. Multivariate analysis...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i3265

Nephro-protective Efficacy of African Locust Bean Seed against Potassium Bromate-induced Renal Damage

I. O. Abali, N. M. Chika-Igwenyi, F. U. Agu, C. A. Onyeaghala, S. F. Orji, C. N. Ugwu, C. Igwenyi, C. L. Uche, O. I. N. Onyekachi, M. U. Nwobodo, C. E. Iwuoha & A. I. Airaodion · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Background: Potassium bromate (KBrO3) has been utilized extensively to sterilize water, dye hair, oxidize food, add to bread dough as a maturing agent, and condition wheat dough, thereby entering into human body. It has been claimed to cause a number of toxicities including nephr...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i3264

Comparative Study of Physiochemical Properties of Different Brands of Vegetable Oil Sold in Ihiala Market of Anambra State

Maryann Chinenye Maduako, Kizito Ifeanyi Amaefule & Jonathan Chinenye Ifemeje · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Objective: To compare the physicochemical properties of four brands of vegetable oil sold in Ihiala market. Methods: The samples were brought from different super stores in Ihiala market and standard methods were used to analyze the physicochemical properties of the various  samp...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i3262

Effect of Hunteria umbellata Methanolic Seed Extracts on Streptozotocin-induced Diabetic Albino Rats

Nwaogwugwu, J. C., Nosiri, C. I., Aguwamba, C., Aaron, C. F. & Ike, U. W. · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

This study investigated the inhibitory effect of alpha-amylase, LD50 and antidiabetic properties of the methanolic seed extract of Hunteria umbellata and its effect on biochemical parameters in streptozotocin-induced diabetic rats. Twelve albino rats were used for the acute toxic...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i3263

Genetic Analysis of (Oreochromis niloticus) Nirvana Tilapia Cultivated in Wanayasa and Galunggung, Lumajang, Bali, Minahasa Using Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA Method

Ayi Yustiati, Ibnu Bangkit Bioshina Suryadi, . Rosidah, Walim Lili, Dian Yuni Pratiwi, Anandita Rahmania & Maryam Nur Latifah · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

This research aims to determine the kinship of nirvana tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) cultivated in Wanayasa with Galunggung, Lumajang, Bali, and Minahasa by Random Amplified Polymorphic DNA method. All tilapia cultivated in these four places originated from Wanayasa. This resea...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i330292

Demographic Implications of Serum Prostate-specific Antigen Level Distribution among Men in Tudun Wada Jos and Its Environs

A. I. Ekwempu, Roseline Emeji, D. B. Yakubu, N. Vwamdem & C. J. Manasseh · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Background: Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) is an antigen produced primarily by the ductal and acinar cells of the prostatic epithelium, as well as male periurethral glands, and usually secreted into the seminal fluid. Its primary function is the liquefaction of the seminal coagu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i230291

Organophosphates Toxicity: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Benjamin Nnnamdi Okolonkwo, Chikadibia Fyneface Amadi & Ogbugo Esther Chimekagbe · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Pesticides are composed of chemicals that can be employed to kill pests or minimize their negative effects. Pesticides and other organophosphate containing compounds have been beneficial in agriculture, forestry, industries, and in households (as personal insect repellents). Chem...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i230290

Evaluation of Genetic Potential of Cotton Lines against Whitefly Tolerance

Syed Bilal Hussain, Noshaba Ahmad & Muhammad Zubair · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Cotton (Gossypium hirsutism L.) is a primary source of natural fiber, fuel, wood, and oil worldwide and an essential raw material source for the textile industry. Whitefly (Bemisia tabaci) is one of the major pests distributed worldwide and has broad genetic diversity. In this re...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i230289

Effect of Apical Cutting on Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) Production in Niger

Kaka Kiari Boukar Kellou, Mamadou Chetima Maina Boukar, Alio Moussa Abdourazak, Abdou Habou Maman Kamal, ATTA Sanoussi, Mahamane Ali & Bakasso Yacoubou · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Roselle (Hibiscus sabdariffa L.) plays a critical socioeconomic role in Sahelian populations (Niger, Burkina, Mali, Senegal...). During the 2017 rainy season, a field experiment was carried out in Tara/Gaya and Tarna/Maradi to study the effect of apex cutting on Roselle productio...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i230288

Determination of Genetic Divergence Pattern of White Fly Resistant Cotton Cultivars by Using Microsatellite

Syed Bilal Hussain, Tayyaba Yousaf & Muhammad Zubair · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Cotton is considered a cash crop in the agriculture sector, and whitefly infestation is one of the cotton crop's significant biotic stresses. This study aimed to identify whitefly Bemisia tabaci resistant cotton varieties that can be incorporated into a cotton breeding program to...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i230287

Evaluation of the Effect of Working Hours on Haematological Parameters among Cement Loaders in Port-Harcourt

Jonathan Nyebuchi, Collins Ohwonigho Adjekuko, Adams Matthew Okur, Stella Urekweru Ken-Ezihuo & Mieiwari Ibifubara Jumbo · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Cement dust exposures has been reported to result in significant occupational health problems and long term complications and symptoms. This study was aimed at assessing the impact of work hours on haematological parameters of cement workers. 100 cement loaders were selected in a...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i130286

An Extensive Review on the Development of Plant-Based Vaccines against SARS-Cov-2 and Respiratory Disorders Using Plant Biotechnology Platform

Priyanka Samanta & Pratik Chatterjee · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic is the most recent of numerous pathogenic viral pandemics that have posed risks to global health. Its exponentially expanding global transmission is placing pressure on the global health system. There are currently a large number of COVID-19 candidate vaccin...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i130285

GC-MS Analysis and Antiplasmodial Potentials of Bioactive Compounds Present in Methanolic and Ethanolic Leaf Extracts of Daniella oliveri

Muhammed Muazu, Abdulsalami Mohammed Sani, K. B. Dikwa, D. M. Dibal, Kokori Bajeh Tijani & Junaidu Yahaya · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Qualitative, quantitative and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) analysis are useful for the determination of bioactive components necessary for accessing the antiplasmodial potentials of methanolic and ethanolic leaf extracts of Daniella oliveri (D. oliveri). The aim o...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i130284

Hepatoprotective Effect of Methanol Stem Bark Extract of Diospyros mespiliformis against Carbon Tetrachloride Induced Liver Damage

J. Nwaogu, I. M. Fakai & I. Yahaya · Asian Journal of Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology · 2022

Aim: This study evaluated the hepatoprotective effects of methanol stem bark extract of Diospyros mespiliformis against carbon tetrachloride-induced liver damage in albino rats. Methodology: Acute toxicity study was determined using limit fixed dose test of 5000mg/kg for 14 days....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ajbgmb/2022/v12i130283