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Research Article

Effect of Microgravity on Most Frequently Isolated Microorganisms from Cosmetics

Arotupin, D. J^*, Adegoke, T. V, Awojobi, K. O

Microorganisms associated with commonly used cosmetics and effects of microgravity on most frequently isolated microorganism were investigated. The microorganisms isolated from the cosmetics were Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, Bacillus cereus, Proteus vulgaris, Bacillus subtilis, Trichoderma piluliferum and Neocosmospora vasinfecta. Fifty per...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3920-3925

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Characterization and Identification of Antibiotic-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii from Hospital Wastewaters

Etinosa O. Igbinosa^*, Abeni Beshiru

The present study was designed to characterize antibiotic-resistant Acinetobacter baumannii from some selected hospital environments in Benin City, Nigeria. A total of sixty (60) wastewater samples (15 samples from each hospital) were collected from hospital drains in University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH); Health Centre (University of Benin); Central Hospital Benin and Faith Mediplex, Be...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3926-3932

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Fabrication of a Continuous Flow System for Biofilm Studies

Mohammed Jibrin Ndejiko^*, Wan Rosmiza Txina Wan Dagang

Modern and current models such as flow cell technology which enhances a non-destructive growth and inspection of the sessile microbial communities revealed a great understanding of biofilms. A continuous flow system was designed to evaluate possibility of biofilm formation by Escherichia coli DH5a on the stainless steel (type 304) under continuous nutrient supply. The result of the colony iormi...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3933-3941

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Phytochemical Analysis and Antibiofilm Activity of Allium Sativum Against Food-Borne Microorganisms

Ohaegbu C. G^*, Achi N.K., Asamudo N. V

This work evaluates the chemical composition and antibiofilm potential of extracts from Allium sativum in the search for green and effective alternatives for overcoming menace of biofilms. The work evaluated the antimicrobial activity of the extracts against Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, minimum biofilm inhibitory concentration, inhibition of initial cell attachment as well ...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3942-3952

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Antibacterial Potential of Orange Peels Extracts Against Some Bacterial Isolates Associated With Tomato Rot in Jos Metropolis

Pandukur, S.G^*, Onyimba, LA,, Itelima, J.U, Plangnan, G.A, Dum, V.

Study was carried out to determine the antibacterial potential of orange peels extracts against some isolated bacteria associated with tomato rot in Jos. Rotten ripe tomato fruits were aseptically collected from Terminus and Farin-gada markets of Jos metropolis. The plant extract was obtained from dried orange peels by Soxhlet extraction using n-hexane. Agar well diffusion method was used for t...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3953-3961

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Research Article

Microbiological Quality of Plantain (Musa paradisiacal)

Ajayi A.O.^*

This study on microorganisms associated with plantain sources was carried out in the Microbiological laboratory of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Nigeria. Plantain {Musa Paradisiacal) is a rhizomatous nutritional perennial crop used as a source of starchy staple for millions of people in Nigeria. The total heterotrophic bacterial count for sample sources in cfu/mL ranged from 68 x 1...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3962-3969

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Beta-lactamase Genes in Multi-resistant Aeromonas spp. isolated from River and Aquaculture Water Sources in Nigeria

Chikwendu, C. L^*, Egbadon, E. O., Amadi, E.S, S. N. Ibe, Okpokwasili, G. C

This study examined multi-resistant Aeromonas spp. isolated from river and aquaculture water sources for determinants of resistant genes. These species can provide a reservoir for resistant genes capable of transfer to other water-borne and human pathogens. The isolates were confirmed with API 20NE. Resistance profiles of 206 Aeromonas isolates were determined for 11 antimicrobials by the Kirby...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3970-3978

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Antibacterial Activity of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated From Fermented Cereal Products Against Organisms Implicated in Gastrointestinal Tract Infections

Onipede, G.O^*, Fawole, A.O

The present study evaluates the in-vitro antibacterial activities of lactic acid bacteria (LAB) isolated from two fermented cereal products - ogi and kunun-zaki, against organisms implicated in gastrointestinal tract infections. A total of fifteen (15) LAB strains with 5 each from white maize agi, yellow maize ogi, and kunun-zaki were isolated and characterized. The LAB strains were tested agai...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3979-3985

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Studies of Antimicrobial Properties of Indigenous Medicinal Plants on Escherichia Coli 0157:H7 Isolates from Cattle Faeces

Umeh, S.I^*, Nwachukwu, I.N., Ozuruonye, CM.

The antimicrobial properties of indigenous medicinal plants Azadirachta indica (Neem seeds), Vernonia amygdalina Linn (Bitter leaves), Ocimum gratissimumlinn (Scent leaves), Moringa oleifera seeds, Zingiber offtcinale(G\\nger), Allium sativum (Garlic), Pterocapus santalinoides (Nturukpa) against Escherichia coli 0157:H7 isolated from cattle faeces using Cefixime-Pottasium Tellurite Sorbitol McC...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3986-3989

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Investigation of the Effects of Some Plant-Leaf Stem Preservatives on Palm Wine

Nwachukwu, I.N.^*

A preliminary investigation was carried out on the effect of certain plant leaves; Cola hispida, Mallotusoppositfoilus, Manihotesculenta and Newbouldia leavis on palm wine during storage. The leaves are used by traditional palm wine tappers and retailers in the south eastern Nigeria for the preservation of palm wine. Palm wine from Raphiaraphia and Elaensisguineensis were used in this study. Th...

Dec, 2017 pp. 3990-3995