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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.73om2lcr

Isolation and Identification of Trichophyton verrucosum from Horses in Michael Okpara University Farm, Umudike, Abia State, Nigeria

Nwiyi, P. O*, Uwalaka, E, Akpabio, U, Okonkwo, C.

Fungi like Trichophyton species have been implicated in economic loss in the livestock industry. Spread of this organism from one animal to the other and its zonotic nature necessitates this study. The aim of the study was to isolate and identify Trichophyton verrucosum from horses. The study was conducted in the Michael Okpara university farm. Three different sample types from 4 horses were u...

Jun, 2021 pp. 5639-5648
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.sd2q7hfb

Occurrence of Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria (ARB) in Poultry Farms Located in Ilara Epe, Lagos State, Nigeria

Otse, L. J, Amarachukwu Obayiuwana*, Igbinadolor, R. O

There is increasing concern about the public health risks associated with routine and indiscriminate use of antibacterial agents in raising livestock worldwide. Our study investigated the antibiotics resistance of bacterial isolates obtained from four poultry farms located in a commercial livestock farm settlement in Ilara-Epe, Lagos State, Nigeria. The antibiotic resistance pattern of readily...

Jun, 2021 pp. 5649-5658
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.i37ln3kh

Optimization of Bioethanol Synthesis from Sugarcane Bagasse using Saccharomyces Cerevisiae

Offor-Emenike, I.U*, Ibekwe, V.I, Akujobi C. O, Braide, Wesley

This study investigated the production of bioethanol from sugarcane bagasse in an optimized condition. Optimization of production medium helps to maximise metabolite yield. The capacity of Saccharomyces cerevisiae to ferment wort derived from sugarcane bagasse, an agricultural waste, in optimized conditions to produce bioethanol, was studied. A box-behnken design of five factors (substrate wei...

Jun, 2021 pp. 5659-5670
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.8jl8tbpn

Antibiotic Resistance among Escherichia coli from Leafy Vegetables sold at Two markets around Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji Arakeji, Osun State, Nigeria

Eniola, K.I.T*, David, O. M, Ajayi, P. O., Ayo E. O

Leafy vegetables harbour microorganisms and may serve in vehicle transmission of diarrhoea causing Escherichia coli. This study investigated the antibiotics susceptibility of E. coli from six (6) leafy vegetables retailed in the two major markets around Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji Arakeji, Osun State. The E. coli were isolated using defined substrate technique (DST) and characterized ...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5671-5678
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.qhbr9a9f

Microbiological Quality Assessment of Indoor Environment of Major Departments at a Medical Centre in Abia State, Nigeria

Uchendu, U. I*, Kanu, C, Onyeizu, R. U, Ikpeazu, O. V, Nwaoma, C. O, Abachu, L.

As people spend most of their time in enclosed surroundings, concerns about microbiological contaminants such as bacteria, fungus, and viruses in the air are critical. This study assessed the microbiological quality of indoor environment of major Departments ata Medical center in Umuahia, Abia State. Settled plate method was adopted, using three (3) 8.5 cm diameter Petri dishes containing diffe...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5679-5686
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.fzltt2rm

Studies on the Potential of Rhizopus species from Raw Food and Soil for Amylase Enzyme Production

Ridwan, A. H*, Bello,A. Y., Haruna, Z. A, Sanusi, A

Rhizopus species from potato, millet and soil samples were isolated and screened for their ability to produce enzyme amylase. Potato and millet were dried, grinded and the samples including soil were serially diluted and spread plated (0.1ml) on sterile potato dextrose agar (PDA) platesincubated at 35°C for 5days. Colonies were repetitively sub-cultured in order for pure cultures. Fungi Rhizopu...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5687-5692
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.e6lo0gl7

Socio-Economic Status and Prevalence of P. falciparum Infection in Symptomatic and Asymptomatic Individuals in Parts of Kaduna Metropolis, Kaduna State, Nigeria

Karderam, B.D*, Dominic, B. M, Umar, A.Y., Ahmad, B.S, Baba, B.A., Yusuf, R.

Plasmodium falciparum malaria accounts for up to 80% of malaria cases worldwide, and by far the most important malaria parasite in Africa and it is responsible for over 90% of all malaria cases in Nigeria, with varied symptoms. The risk of malaria infection varies widely according to geographical region, seasons, environment and socio-economic status. This study examined the relationship betwee...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5693-5704
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.vifyhabd

Effects of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy on Body Mass Index and CD4 Count of HIV Clients Attending Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado Ekiti

Ojo, B. A*, Adebolu, T. T, Okebugwu, Q. C.

The aim of the study was to assess the effects of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) on the Body Mass Index (BMI) and Cluster of Differentiation (CD4) cell counts of Human immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) positive individuals attending one of the health institutions in Nigeria. A total of 150 HIV patients were recruited for the study of which 112(74.7%) participants were undergoing HAART...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5705-5711
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.am9ubizp

Comparative Analysis of Amsel Criteria and Nugent Score in the Diagnosis of Bacterial Vaginosis in Pregnancy

Adeniran, A.S*, Ogunniran, B. D, Akanbi II, A.A, Saidu, R

The Amsel criteria and Nugent score are common diagnostic methods for BV and efforts continue to establish which method is superior. The study was a prospective cross-sectional study which compared the diagnosis of BV using the Amsel criteria and Nugent score. Participants were 316 consenting antenatal clinic attendees in the second trimester. All participants had two high vaginal swab samples...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5712-5720
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Research Article DOI: 10.67614/njm.2021.prvou46z

Estimation of Phytochemical Compounds and Antimicrobial Studies of Different Solvent Extracts of Garcinia kola against Some Pathogens

Falana, M. B*

This study was aimed to evaluate the in vitro antimicrobial activities of different solvent extracts of seeds of Garcinia kola (Clusiacea) on some pathogenic bacteria and fungi. The seed was extracted using n-hexane, ethyl acetate, honey, and vinegar as solvents. The in vitro antimicrobial activities of the extracts on Candida albicans, Escherichia coli ATCC 25922, and Staphylococcus aureus ATC...

Dec, 2021 pp. 5721-5734