Series-2 (Jul. – Aug. 2021)Jul. – Aug. 2021 Issue Statistics
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Determination of the 16S rRNA Gene Sequence in F1C Isolates Producing Amylase and Lipase Enzymes from Initial Phase Composting |
| Country | : | Indonesia |
| Authors | : | Fenti Fatmawati || Fida Madayanti Warganegara |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704020105  |
Abstract: Background: The existence of enzyme activity in the cow manure composting process will provide its own advantages. Compost from cow manure can be used not only in planting but also in industry as a new alternative for potential sources of enzymes. This study aimed to identify lipase and amylase-producing F1C bacteria during the cow manure composting process by means of 16S gene sequencing analysis. Materials and Methods: This research uses amylase and lipase screening methods with specific substrates and gene sequence determination using the 16S rRNA method.......
Key Word: amylase; compost; lipase
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Malaria Parasite Infection Status of Patients attending Police Force Headquarters Clinic, Abuja, Nigeria |
| Country | : | Nigeria |
| Authors | : | Abdullaziz A. Abdullatif || Olanrewaju, Comfort A. |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704020610 |
Abstract: Background: Malaria is a life threatening disease caused by Plasmodium sp that are transmitted to people through the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. A study on the status of malaria parasite infection was carried out on patient visiting the Police Force Headquarters Clinic in Abuja from the month July to October, 2019 and also to investigate the risk factors and the most effective method of diagnosis. Materials and Methods: A total of 250 persons were examined and grouped according to their ages, sex, blood group, and genotype. Blood samples were collected from patients using venepuncture method. Thick blood smears were prepared and stained with field stain technique after which the microscopy was done using oil immersion x100 objective lens. Rapid diagnostic test (RDT ) was also employed to determine the prevalence of malaria.......
Keywords: Health Education, Infection; Malaria Parasite; prevalence, mosquito.
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Microbial Effector Proteins: Green Inducer for Systemic Acquired Resistance in Plants |
| Country | : | Malaysia |
| Authors | : | Ros Azrinawati Hana Bakar || Norliza Abu Bakar || Khairulmazmi Ahmad || Noor Azmi Shaharuddin || Mohd As'wad Abdul Wahab || Osamanu Haruna Ahmed |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704021124 |
Abstract: Systemic acquired resistance (SAR) is considered as a "whole-plant" barrier response that has been been expressed by the plant following the localized exposure to phytopathogens. This defense mechanism is controlled by a line pathway of either interaction of one or more signaling compounds such as salicylic acid (SA) and jasmonic acid (JA) with the help of regulatory protein known NPR1. Upon challenged by phytopathogen and in response to other environmental stimulants, the host plant responds by developing an increased SAR that navigates itself to remote tissues and determines a regulated resistance in distal, the healthy tissues to encourage defense against pathogen to besiege. For decades, the phenomenon of SAR via plant resistance inducers application in the laboratory has been described by several researchers. However, the progress towards understanding SAR and the application of SAR in open fields remain limited. Therefore, this review discusses the significant knowledge of SAR mechanisms and its application in the field as parts of plant disease control strategies.
Key Word: Systemic Acquired Resistance; Microbial effector protein; Virulence factor; Field application; Plant defense mechanism.
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Nutritional value of green and red Nymphaea lotus seeds and their glycemic index |
| Country | : | Nigeria |
| Authors | : | Hauwa Hajjagana Laminu || Rabiu Shehu Sa'ad || Ali Abdullahi Damasak || Muhammad Ibn Abubakar || Ashiru Muhammad Bala || Daniel Kauji Madu || Hyeladzira Mshelia Dauda || Chiamaka Ike Theresa |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704022533 |
Abstract:Aims: The aim of this study is to determine the nutritional value and glycemic index of red and green Nymphaea lotus (N.lotus) seeds. Most of the seeds are exposed to spoilage due to high moisture content and under utilization due to lack of adequate knowledge on its nutritional value.
Methodology: Two varieties of N.lotus seeds were used for this study. The N.lotus fruits were obtained from Alau Dam in Jere LGA of Borno State, Nigeria. The fruits were opened to obtain the seeds which were dried to a constant weight and ground to a fine powder. Proximate composition, mineral element composition, vitamin composition and amino acid profile of the N.lotus seeds were determined using standard methods. Eighteen Wister rats of both sexes weighting 150g - 160g were used for the glycemic index determination. The rats were grouped into three groups of six rats each. Group 1 were fed green.........
Key Word: N.lotus, seeds, Nutritional value, Glycemic index, Glycemic load
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| Paper Type | : | Research Paper |
| Title | : | Noval Biotechnological Advancements and its Implementation Strategies in Achieving Food Security in Nigeria |
| Country | : | Nigeria |
| Authors | : | Nchedo Josephine Oguine || Ozioma Collins Oguine || Kanyifeechukwu Jane Oguine |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704023447 |
Abstract: As society evolves, emerging problems arise, and most importantly, rapid population growth has necessitated the increase in food production to match the growing population in Nigeria; this has propelled a clarion call to improve the agricultural system which will, in turn, boost productivity. The societal evolution has disarticulated the crude farming that was not adequate to enhance required food production and security in Nigeria. Therefore, to curb the emerging challenge in the sector, biotechnologies could be introduced to fasten production and leverage efficiency in the farming, reduce the cost of production and food loss or damage caused by biotic factors (pathogens) and abiotic factors such as drought, wind, and flood; to mention but a few. The paper intends to examine holistically the conceptualization and impact of biotechnology in agriculture in enhancing food production and attain sustainability in LDC like Nigeria. The paper will rely on secondary sources for information to evaluate the impact of advanced technologies in farming which was brought about by agricultural revolution in several historical epoch.
Key Word: Biotechnology, Food Security, Genetic Engineering, Agriculture, Innovation
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| Title | : | Characterization of Hydrocarbon-Degrading, Heavy Metal-Tolerant and Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Isolated from Oil Contaminated Soil and Organic Wastes Within Katsina Metropolis |
| Country | : | Nigeria |
| Authors | : | Mahuta, A. U. || Wagini, N. H. || Bello, A. || Kabir, K. || Riko, Y. Y || Mannir, K |
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: | 10.9790/264X-0704024860 |
Abstract: Background:The nexus between hydrocarbon degradation, heavy metal tolerance and antimicrobial resistance iscritical in bioremediation and environmental health, and is being continually explored in these research spheres,of recent. As its contribution to this research subfield, this paper aimed at investigating the antimicrobial resistance and heavy metal tolerance profiles of petroleum hydrocarbons-degrading, heavy metal-tolerant and antibiotic resistant bacteria isolated from oil contaminated soil and organic waste,within Katsina metropolis..........
Key Word: Antimicrobial Resistance, Bacteria, Heavy Metal, Hydrocarbon Degradation, Tolerance.
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