Aims: TheoCcurrence and antibiotic resistance patterns of enteric bacteria isolated from well water sources and their physicochemical profile was ascertained in this study. Molecular analysis of the bacterial isolates from well water samples was conducted via polymerase chain rea...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i430257
N. V. Elosiuba, K. F. Obiagwu, P. U. Umeanaeto, K. C. Irikannu, G. L. Onwuachusi, I. E. Obiefule, C. O. Aniefuna, C. B. Chukwubude & C. I. Nzeukwu·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2022
Trichomonas vaginalis is transmitted sexually in humans affecting both male and female genital tracts. A cross sectional study to determine the prevalence of T. vaginalis infection among women attending Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH) Awka, Anamb...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i430258
The crude extracts of Jatropha tanjorensis were investigated with the aim of determining the antibacterial activity, qualitative and quantitative properties, the best solvent used for extraction, the most active ingredients and the organism that is most susceptible to them. Ethan...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i430255
Health care is a basic need to humans which can only be achieved with medicines with high efficacy against disease causing pathogens. Globally, gastrointestinal infections are major health concern particularly to travelers since over 60% visiting tropical and subtropical regions...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i430254
Malaria is a vector-borne infectious disease caused by distinct species of a single-celled parasite called Plasmodium sp. However, an infected adult female Anopheles sp. mosquito that feeds on blood is responsible for the transmission of malaria. In the year 2020, approximately...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i330252
Background: Contact lenses have been widely used as an alternative to spectacles both in developed and non-developing countries. However, under certain circumstances, adverse responses can occur during contact lens wear and several microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, and fr...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i330251
The epidemiology of animal rotaviruses infection and their association with illnesses in humans remains unknown in Central America and the world. In this study, we performed a genotyping of rotavirus strains by RT-PCR for-G (VP7) and P (VP4), in samples of diarrhea in calves and...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i330250
The study aimed at controlling the mycelial growth and germination of Mycosphaerella fijiensis in Petri dish by using three plant defense stimulators. Approximately, 2 mL of each stimulator (Vacciplant®, Callel® and calliete®) were added to the different M. fijiensis culture medi...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i330249
Listeriosis is an emerging infection with major public health concerns worldwide because of occurrence of associated food-borne outbreak and significant risk of mortality and morbidity. This study aimed to isolate Listeria monocytogenes in raw meat samples in selected markets in...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i330248
Aim: To assess the Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL) resistant genes in Salmonella spp isolated from ready-to-eat foods and food handlers in Port Harcourt Metropolis, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional study. Place and Duration of Study: This study was conducted in s...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i230247
Background: The Plant of Jatropha gossypiifolia is known for their many biological activities including anticoagulant, antihypertensive, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal and other. Aim: To carry out recent informations regarding phytochemistry, ethnopharmac...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i230246
The aim of this study was to assess the microbial indoor air quality of primary and secondary schools in Obio- Akpor and Emohua Local Government Areas in Rivers State, Nigeria. Three public and three private schools were sampled. Air samples were collected using the gravitational...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i230244
Rao Saad Rehman, Mubashar Hussain, Mujahid Ali, Syed Ali Zafar, Asad Nadeem Pasha, Hassan Bashir, Naveed Ali Ashraf, Abdullah Javed & Waqar Ali Shah·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2022
This study summarizes the importance of melatonin in different plants and fungi. In this review, we discussed the biosynthetic pathway of melatonin, its metabolites, and its oxidative reduction. Melatonin is a molecule derived from tryptophan, with pleiotropic activity. It is pre...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i230243
Foliar phytoplasma disease of Noni (Morinda citrifolia) has a devastating socioeconomic impact on host crop species and a huge problem to farmers and scientists. Therefore, this study investigates the in vitro effect of alum on microorganisms associated with foliar phytoplasma di...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i230242
K. R. Shonibare, A. O. Saba, G. N. Ani, A. A. Olayeri, T. E. Falebita, Z. O. Diyaolu, F. O. Alonge, U. O. Jibrin-yekini, K. E. Iyanda & M. A. Azeez·International Journal of Pathogen Research·2022
Aim: The purpose of this research was to examine selected fruits sold within the state of Lagos and to assess their level of contamination by parasites. Methodology: It was carried out in Amuwo Odofin, Alimosho and Ojo Local Government Areas of Lagos State between April 2021 and...
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Research Article10.9734/ijpr/2022/v10i130241