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Used Toothbrushes: Microbial Evaluation and Antibiotic Susceptibility Profiles of Associated Bacteria

Osungunna Michael Oluwole & Oyajoju Tolulope Olumuyiwa · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2016

Aims: Toothbrush has been universally accepted as the most effective tool for removing harmful plaque and bacteria from mouth. On average, colonization of bacteria is reduced by 88.8% as a result of brushing. Toothbrush if not properly taken care of before, during and after use m...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2016/26824

Infection of Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae) larvae and Adults by the Entomopathogenic Fungus Metarhizium anisopliae (Metschn.) Sorokin

Laerciana P. Vieira, Adriano R. Paula, Cátia O. Paula, Renato A. DaMatta & Richard I. Samuels · Microbiology Research Journal International · 2013

Aims: The dengue vector Aedes aegypti is currently a target for control by entomopathogenic fungi. We have previously shown the susceptibility of both larvae and adult A. aegypti to fungal infection by Metarhizium anisopliae and strategies are being developed for control of both...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/BMRJ/2013/3638