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View article: An in vivo and in silico predictive study on the toxicological and modulatory effects of abused substances on sperm quality and testicular function in Wistar rats
An in vivo and in silico predictive study on the toxicological and modulatory effects of abused substances on sperm quality and testicular function in Wistar rats Open
Introduction: Some compounds like Opioids that are commonly used may affect the biological system in addition to having a high potential for addiction. Objective: This study assessed the effects of commonly misused substances on sperm qual…
View article: Assessment of Biosurfactant Production and Petroleum Hydrocarbons Biodegradation Capability of Actinomycetes Isolated from Soils
Assessment of Biosurfactant Production and Petroleum Hydrocarbons Biodegradation Capability of Actinomycetes Isolated from Soils Open
Production of biosurfactants and emulsifiers by bacteria has been suggested to enhance the biodegradability of hydrocarbons (HCs) in complex matrices like crude oil and its refined products. Recent studies have focused on the capability of…
View article: Toxicological assessment of ZnO-Vernonia amygdalina nanoparticle-treated Asa River water in albino rats
Toxicological assessment of ZnO-Vernonia amygdalina nanoparticle-treated Asa River water in albino rats Open
Traditional water purification methods are increasingly inadequate, leading to the exploration of novel approaches. This study investigated the application of plant-derived nanomaterials for heterogeneous photocatalytic water treatment usi…
View article: Application and Acceptability of Microbiomes in the Production Process of Nigerian Indigenous Foods: Drive towards Responsible Production and Consumption
Application and Acceptability of Microbiomes in the Production Process of Nigerian Indigenous Foods: Drive towards Responsible Production and Consumption Open
In Nigeria, the use of microorganisms for food product modulation, development, and commercialization through biotechnological innovations remains unexplored and unaccepted. The microbiome-based sustainable innovation in the production pro…
View article: Physico-chemical and functional characteristics of neem seed protein isolate
Physico-chemical and functional characteristics of neem seed protein isolate Open
The demands for plant-based proteins have increased, hence, the search for alternative sources for beneficial purposes. The physico-chemical and functional characteristics of protein isolated from neem seed were ascertained in this work. N…
View article: Antidiabetic Activity of Elephant Grass (Cenchrus Purpureus (Schumach.) Morrone) via Activation of PI3K/AkT Signaling Pathway, Oxidative Stress Inhibition, and Apoptosis in Wistar Rats
Antidiabetic Activity of Elephant Grass (Cenchrus Purpureus (Schumach.) Morrone) via Activation of PI3K/AkT Signaling Pathway, Oxidative Stress Inhibition, and Apoptosis in Wistar Rats Open
Ethnopharmacological Relevance: The management of diabetes over the years has involved the use of herbal plants, which are now attracting interest. We assessed the antidiabetic properties of aqueous extract of C. purpureus shoots (AECPS) a…
View article: Ethanolic Extracts of the Gongronema latifolium Stem and Leaves Caused Mild Renal Injury and Modulated Serum Triglycerides in Rats
Ethanolic Extracts of the Gongronema latifolium Stem and Leaves Caused Mild Renal Injury and Modulated Serum Triglycerides in Rats Open
Gongronema latifolium is a tropical plant with verse traditionally and medicinal uses in mostly Africa and Asia. In this work, we determined the biochemical effects of G. latifolium ethanolic extracts in male Wistar rats. The G. latifolium…
View article: Bacterial growth inhibition and antioxidant potentials of leaf infusions of (Moringa oleifera), locust beans (Parkia biglobosa) and bitter leaf (Vernonia amygladina)
Bacterial growth inhibition and antioxidant potentials of leaf infusions of (Moringa oleifera), locust beans (Parkia biglobosa) and bitter leaf (Vernonia amygladina) Open
This study was aimed at assessing the bioactive potential of aqueous leaf infusions of three plant species, moringa (Moringa oleifera), locust beans (Parkia biglobosa) and bitter leaf (Vernonia amygdalina). The antimicrobial studies were c…
View article: Blood pressure and sugar regulating potentials of Anarcadium occidentale nut globulin and albumin hydrolysates
Blood pressure and sugar regulating potentials of Anarcadium occidentale nut globulin and albumin hydrolysates Open
Several novel functional peptides have been successfully extracted from plant storage proteins. This study investigated the degree of hydrolysis, peptide yield, amino acid constituents, angiotensin converting enzyme (ACE), alpha amylase in…
View article: Effects of drying methods on compositional characterization and functional characteristics of <i>Blighia sapida</i> aril oil
Effects of drying methods on compositional characterization and functional characteristics of <i>Blighia sapida</i> aril oil Open
The composition of Blighia sapida fruits is reported to differ based on its origin, variety, and preservation technique. In this study, the effect of drying method on the composition as well as the antioxidant activity of oven-dried and su…
View article: Proximate composition and physicochemical properties of formulated cassava, cowpea and potato flour blends
Proximate composition and physicochemical properties of formulated cassava, cowpea and potato flour blends Open
Most children are underfed due to current economic dispensations. Cassava is one of the cheapest, most popular root, and tuber crops in Africa. Cowpea is gaining preferential attention as the potential nutritional and flavouring additive i…
View article: Preliminary in vitro antimicrobial potential and phytochemicals study of some medical plants
Preliminary in vitro antimicrobial potential and phytochemicals study of some medical plants Open
Background: Plants in traditional healthcare services in West Africa were selected based on ethnobotanical data for this study. Aqueous and ethanol extracts from these plants’ parts were comparatively screened for phytochemicals and in vit…
View article: Comparative study of in vitro antimicrobial potential and phytochemicals of some medical plants
Comparative study of in vitro antimicrobial potential and phytochemicals of some medical plants Open
Background: Plants in traditional healthcare services in West Africa were selected based on ethnobotanical data for this study. Aqueous and ethanol extracts from these plants’ parts were comparatively screened for phytochemicals and in vit…
View article: Comparative study of the in vitro phytochemicals and antimicrobial potential of six medicinal plants
Comparative study of the in vitro phytochemicals and antimicrobial potential of six medicinal plants Open
Background: This study sought to investigate the antimicrobial activity of six plants used in traditional medicine in Africa. Methods: The antimicrobial activity of the six medicinal plant extracts (aqueous and ethanol) were evaluated agai…
View article: Cultivation of Ganoderma lucidum (W. Curtis: Fr.) P. Karst on sawdust of Brachystagia nigerica Hoyle & A.P.D.Jones.
Cultivation of Ganoderma lucidum (W. Curtis: Fr.) P. Karst on sawdust of Brachystagia nigerica Hoyle & A.P.D.Jones. Open
This study examines the growth and cultivation of Ganoderma lucidum (Curt.) P. Karst. to fructification stage. G.lucidum is a white rot polypore mushrooms popular in the oriental traditional cultures for its pharmacological and health modu…
View article: Green synthesis and antibacterial activities of silver nanoparticles against Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus
Green synthesis and antibacterial activities of silver nanoparticles against Escherichia coli, Salmonella typhi, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Staphylococcus aureus Open
Over the last two decades infectious agents have become more dangerous, most especially in developing countries, due to their ability to develop resistance against orthodox medicines. Many in these countries are suffering from the debilita…