Works by Michael Okpara University

Evaluation Of The Antioxidant Activity, Mineral And Organoleptic Properties Of Dough Meals From Optimized Flour Blends From Quality Protein Maize, Soybean Curd Residue, And Cassava.:- Ezenwa, Estate C

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This study evaluated the antioxidant activity, mineral composition, and organoleptic properties of dough meal prepared from optimized flour blends ofQuality Protein Maize (QPM), Soybean...

81 pages (14080 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Quality Attributes Of Wheat, Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato And Egg Shell Composite Bread Produced With Partially Substituted Margarine With Avocado Pear Pulp :- Efughu, Chinweoke T

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Production, quality and sensory attributes of bread from wheat flour enriched with orange flesh sweet potato and eggshells, and partial substitution of margarine with avocado pear pulp was...

123 pages (23633 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Comparative Evaluation Of Beef And Chicken Meatballs Produced By Frying And Oven Drying Processing Methods:- Okechukwu, Princess C

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 The comparative evaluation of beef and chicken meatballs produced by frying and oven drying processing methods was studied. Fresh chicken and beefmeats were processed into meatballs...

90 pages (19396 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Functional Properties And Constituent Composition Of Food Waste (Plantain Peel Ash As Ngti) Traditionally Used In Some Food Preparation:- Okebaram, Precious C

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The primary objective of this study i I The primary objective of this study was to investigate the proximate composition and functional properties of plantain peel ash, traditionally used...

91 pages (16820 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Effect Of Soaking Time On Chemical And Microbial Load Of Ogi (Pap) Produced From Yellow Maize Using Starter Culture (Lactobacillusplantarium):- Nwoko, Mary E

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This study investigated soaking time (12, 24 and 36 h; 72 h control) and the use of a Lactobacillus plantarum starter culture influence the chemical composition, microbial quality, and...

86 pages (17673 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Improving The Nutritional Content Of Asusu, An Indigenous Cornbased Meal, Using Brewer’s Spent Grain (BSG):- Uche, Emmanuel I

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This research investigated the fortification ofAsusu, a traditional Nigerian cornmeal-based dish, with Brewer’s Spent Grain (BSG) to improve its nutritional value. Asusu is widely consumed...

85 pages (15951 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Estimated Glycemic Index And Sensory Assessment Of Dough Meal Produced From Optimized Flour Blends Of Quality Protein Maize, Soybean Curd Residue, And Cassava Flours:- Uche, Nmeri G

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This study evaluated the Estimated glycemic index and sensory attributes of dough meal produced from optimized flour blends of quality protein maize, soybean curd residue, and cassava. The...

86 pages (16283 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Evaluation of the physiociiemical properties of blends of germinated whole wheat (triticiun aestivum l.) Flour and starch from different varieties of yam:- Oguejiofor, Nmesoma R

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 The physicochemical properties of blends of germinated whole wheat flour and starch from different varieties of yam were studied. Different varieties (D. alata, D. bulbfera, D....

88 pages (19126 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Sourdough Bread Producedfrom Flour Blends of Sprouted Millet and Sorghum with Rice Flour:- Ediongsenyene, Blessing E

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 The study produced and evaluated sourdough bread produced from Sprouted millet, sorghum and rice composite flour. This was guided by six objectives, produce composite flours from...

137 pages (26509 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Development And Nutritional Evaluation of Okpa Enriched With Breweries Spent Grain:- Okereke Ann C

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(Sample 1), while fat ngcd between 6.66% Sampf 3) to 28.04% conclusion, enrichment of Okpa with up to 30% breweries spent graiij s gnillcantly improved protein, fiber, and mineral...

109 pages (26287 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Shelf Life Studies On Spiced Meatballs Produced From Beef And Chicken Using Different Cooking Methods:- Ugwuoke, Virginus O

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 Studies on the shelf life of spiced meatballs produced from beef and chicken using different cooking methods was carried out. Fresh beef and chicken meat were spiced with 20 g each...

79 pages (17877 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Effect Of Particle Size On The Physicochemical Properties Of Gluten Free Noodles Made From Orange Fleshed Sweet Potato (Ipomea Batatas) Flour:- Nwagbo, Chidubem R

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This study was carried out to evaluate the antioxidant properties and activities of tea formulated from ginger and clove at different ratios of 100:0, 70:30, 60:40, 50:50, 40:60 and 30:70...

83 pages (19627 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Antioxidant and sensory properties of ginger (Zingiber officinale') - clove (Syzygium aromaticum) tea infusion:- Njoku, Chiamaka L

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This study was carried out to evaluate the antioxidant properties and activities of tea formulated from ginger and clove at different ratios of 100:0, 70:30, 60:40, 50:50, 40:60 and 30:70...

71 pages (14999 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Nutrient Composition, Functional And Pasting Properties Of Unripe Plantain Flour Supplemented With Fluted Pumpkin Seed Flour:- Agbata, Amalachukwu O

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This study investigated the nutrient composition, functional and pasting properties of unripe plantain flour supplemented with fluted pumpkin seed flour. Unripe plantain fingers and fluted...

77 pages (16592 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Production And Quality Evaluation OfGreen And Black Herbal Tea from Solarium Aethiopicum and Lasianthera Africana:- Mgbeahuruike, Victoria C

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This study was conducted to produce and evaluate the quality of green and black herbal teas developed from Solanum aethiopicum (garden egg) and Lasianthera africana (editang), using...

88 pages (21280 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Proximate Composition, Antioxidative And Sensory Properties Of Dough Meal Produced From Optimized Flour Blends Of Cassava, Quality Protein Maize And Soybean Curd Residue:- Chukwuemeka Onyinye G

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This study developed and evaluated a nutrient-enhanced dough meal from optimized flour blends of cassava (UMUCASS 47), quality protein maize (QPM), and soybean curd residue (SCR). The...

89 pages (17592 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Comparative Studies On The Chemical Properties Of Akara Samples Made From Brown Beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris), Black Eyed Beans (Vigna Unguiculata) And Honey Beans (Vigna Unguiculata):-Amadi, Merit E

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This study evaluated the comparative study on the chemical properties of akara obtained from three varieties of cowpea: Three varieties of cowpea namely; brown beans, blackeyed beans and...

74 pages (13780 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Phytochemical, mineral and vitamin composition of herbal tea and tisane from blends of Soursop (Annona muricatd), Lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) and Guava (Psidium guajava L.) leaves.:-Ihekoronye, Odiwomma A

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The phytochemical, mineral and vitamin composition oftisane from blends ofsoursop (Annona muricata'), lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) and guava (Psidium guajava 1.) leaves were studied....

113 pages (24268 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Quality Evaluation, Antioxidant And Flavour Properties Of Pepper (Capsicum Spp.) Varieties In Abia State, Nigeria:- Otu, Joseph S

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 This study evaluated the quality, antioxidant and flavor properties of pepper varieties in Abia State, Nigeria. Five varieties ofpepper namely cayenne pepper, yellow pepper, bird...

123 pages (29698 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Evaluation Of The Effect Of Avocado Pear Seed Powder On The Chemical And Biochemical Parameters Of Wistar Rats:- Arisa, Princess C

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This study evaluates the chemical properties of avocado pear seed powder and its toxicological effect on Wistar rats. Avocado seeds were washed, diced and oven-dried at 60 °C for 24h...

65 pages (11737 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Production, Chemical Evaluation And Sensory Acceptability Of Cookies From A Cassava Variety (Nr-419) Using Date As Sweetener:- Ejimofor, Favour O

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 The main objective ofthis study was to produce and evaluate the chemical properties and sensory acceptability of cookies from NR-419 cassava cultivar. Freshly harvested cassava...

58 pages (12187 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Comparative Study On The Physicochemical Properties Of Flour Obtained From Three Varieties Of Beans (Honey Beans (Lablab Purpureas), Iron Beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris) And Brown Beans):- Maduekwe, Ihuoma F

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 The study investigated the comparative study on the physicochemical properties offlour obtained from three varieties ofbeans. Three varieties ofbeans namely; honey beans, iron beans...

109 pages (24438 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Emulsion Stability, Rheological Properties And Sensory Evaluation Of Mayonnaise Produced From African Oil Bean (Pentaclethra Macrophylla Benth) And Sesame (Sesame Indicum) Seed Oil Blends:- Okechukwu, Joy C

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This study evaluated the emulsion stability, rheological and sensory properties of mayonnaise produced from African oil bean seed and sesame seed oil blends. Oils were extracted from...

116 pages (30477 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

The Effect Of Different Drying Times And Temperatures On The Toxicological Effect Of The Avocado Pear's Seed Powder On Wistar Rat:- Anicho, Ihechiluru M

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This study investigated the effect of different drying times and temperatures on the toxicological effect of the Avocado pears seed powder on Wistar rat. Avocado seeds were washed, diced...

80 pages (17861 words) · Projects · 2 days ago

Functional Properties And Constituent Composition Of Food Waste (Palm Bunch) Traditionally Used In Food Preparation:- Moses, Divine N

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The primary objective of this study was to investigate the functional properties and constituent composition of empty palm fruit bunch (EPFB) ash, traditionally used as "ngu" in food...

91 pages (17654 words) · Projects · 2 days ago
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