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Development of Spray-dried Probiotic Powder from Fruit Peel Waste: Physicochemical, Functional and Microbiological Evaluation

Mukhtar Ahmed, Syima Akhter, Sukhwinder Kaur, Mohammed Abdul Basheer KT, Anjum Ayoub & Priya Singla · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2026

Fruit peel waste is an underutilized resource that contains bioactive compounds and dietary fiber for use in functional foods. The objective of this research was to produce a spray-dried probiotic powder with fruit peel waste as carrier matrix and then evaluate its physicochemica...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2026/v36i31720

A Comprehensive Review on Edible and Medicinal Mushrooms Diversity and Multifunctionality in Global Food Systems for the Circular Bioeconomy

Mukesh Vishnoi, Aditya, Velpula Leela Sindhu, H Pallavi, Ayesha Siddiqua, Arshad Khayum & Neeshu Joshi · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2026

Fungi contribute to one of the most diverse and ecologically important kingdom, yet their actual diversity and functional roles remain substantially under-documented. The current global scenario suggests that approximately 2.2–3.8 million fungal species may exist, while fewer tha...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2026/v36i11695

Spatial Gastronomy: Ecosystem of Geography, Climate, and Dietary Diversity in India

Janak Joshi, Kandarp Parmar & Bindu Bhatt · Asian Food Science Journal · 2025

A closer look at the traditional foods consumed in various parts of India shows their efficacy and wisdom in the intelligent use of resources available in each specific geographical region. India’s food systems are profoundly influenced by its geography. From snow-capped Himalaya...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2025/v24i12837

Functional Characterization and In vitro Efficacy of Chickpea Rhizobacteria against Collar Rot and Dry Root Rot

Syed Vahida Rehman, Rajan Sharma, Avula Vijaya Gopal, Subramanian Gopalakrishnan, Vadlamudi Srinivas, Sarvani B, Mamta Sharma & Ramesh D · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2025

Background: Chickpea productivity is severely constrained by soil-borne fungal pathogens Sclerotium rolfsii and Rhizoctonia bataticola, which cause collar rot and dry root rot. This study explores the chickpea rhizosphere for beneficial bacteria, that suppress these pathogens and...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2025/v35i121666

Formulation and Sensory Evaluation of Browntop (Brachiaria ramosa L.) Millet-Based Breakfast Cereal Enriched with Foxnut (Euryale ferox L.) Flour

Shubhangi Srivastav & Ekta Singh Chauhan · Asian Food Science Journal · 2024

Millets have surfaced as a unique ingredient which has a potent presence as a predominant component in breakfast cereals. They have emerged as a convenient choice for almost all categories of people be it children, housewives, working professionals or elderly groups. The growing...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/afsj/2024/v23i12761

Genetic Engineering in Insect Management: New Frontiers in Pest Control

Sunita Yadav, Samreen, Satyabrata Sarangi, Shradha Parmar, Mamatha Thodusu, Suraj Soni & Kartikey Pandey · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2024

Genetic engineering is transforming the landscape of pest management, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges in agriculture and public health. Traditional methods, such as chemical pesticides, have led to significant ecological harm and widespread resistance amo...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i121514

Beneficial Role of Soil Microbiome in Enhancing Crop Productivity, Insight from Recent Study

Mukul Kumar, Niru Kumari, Amit Kumar Pandey & Ashutosh Singh · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2024

Reducing the use of synthetic fertilizers and pesticides is the goal of current agricultural practices, which calls for low-input technology to improve food production sustainability and restore ecosystem function. The geochemical cycles and plants function rely heavily on the co...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2024/v34i91481

Identifying Sustainable Biomedical Solid Waste Management Practices in the Context of Limited Resources in Selected Healthcare Facilities in Douala Cameroon

Nkwenti Peter, Etame Loe Gisele Marie & Nnanga Nga · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2023

Aims: To Identify sustainable Biomedical solid waste management practices in the context of limited resources in selected HCFs in Douala, Cameroon. Study Design:  A cross-sectional survey with quantitative and qualitative study design was adopted for data collection from workers...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2023/v33i11-121419

Evaluation of the Impacts of Oil Pollution and a Sustainability Assessment: A Focus Group Case Study of Ogoniland, Nigeria

Ime Ben, Chigozie Nwankpa & Jim Baird · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

The growing impact of climate change has piqued public interest in determining the effects of people's actions on future generations. However, while environmentalists continue to advocate for accountability, most people in the places where the majority of these pollutions occur,...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i1130547

Management of Construction and Demolished Waste as an Aggregate Substitute in Cement Concrete

Jayasmita Mahakud, Siba Prasad Mishra, Ramesh Chandra Mohanty & Sagarika Panda · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

India is in the process of modernization in the construction sector by repairing, renovation, up-gradation. Presently concrete, the universal building materials whose main ingredient is coarse aggregate.  The local natural resources like stone products and sand may exhaust and pu...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i530415

Burning Season: Challenges to Conserve Biodiversity and the Critical Points of a Planet Threatened by the Danger Called Global Warming

Diniz Pereira Leite Júnior, Elisangela Santana de Oliveira Dantas, Roseli de Souza, Marcelo Henrique de Souza, Lucas Hudson Durigon Ramos, Monaliza Sehn, Valmir Silvano Siqueira, Maria Madalena de Oliveira & Anagela Maria Acel Silva · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

Aim: Due to their biological richness and threat levels, the Cerrado and the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, along with other regions located in different parts of the planet, are identified a global hotspots and need greater attention due to the problems generated by global warming....

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i530409

An Assessment of Integration of MSMEs and CSA into Livestock Red Meat Value Chain: A Case Study of Kajiado County, Kenya

Mary W. Thongoh, H. M. Mutembei, J. Mburu & B. E. Kathambi · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2021

The livestock sector is a major contributor to food security, livelihoods, and is most affected by climate change, but is also a major contributor of GHGs. While climate-smart agriculture (CSA) has been adopted to mitigate the effects of climate change it has focused more on smal...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/ijecc/2021/v11i430387

Evaluation of the Symbiotic Efficiency of Rhizobium Strains Applied to Bituminaria bituminosa (L.) Stirton

Omar Zennouhi, Abderrazak Rfaki, Mohamed El Mderssa, Jamal Ibijbijen & Laila Nassiri · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2020

Aims: The study aimed to evaluate the effect of inoculation by different rhizobacteria on Bituminaria bituminosa plants grown under greenhouse conditions. Study Design: An experimental study. Place and Duration of Study: The study was carried out at the Department of Biology (Env...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/mrji/2020/v30i930262

Feasibility Study of Water Saving Measures in Higher Education Buildings: A Case Study of the University of Aveiro

A. Silva-Afonso, C. Pimentel-Rodrigues, I. Meireles & V. Sousa · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2016

Aims: Evaluate the water savings potential and financial viability of water saving measures in in higher education buildings Study Design: The study follows an observational approach to characterize the current performance of existing buildings in terms of water consumption and e...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJECC/2016/23729

Carbon Storage in Equatorial Forest Soil-litter Systems as a Function of Management Intensity and Type of Vegetation Cover

Fabio Aprile, Reinaldo Lorandi & Assad J. Darwich · International Journal of Environment and Climate Change · 2015

  Aims and Place: The increase in greenhouse gas emissions in recent decades, especially CO2, is attributed to the increasing burning of fossil fuels and the expansion of agricultural activities. Therefore, more information should be garnered about the mechanisms that control car...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BJECC/2015/18144