This study investigated the effects of crude extract and fractions from Napoleonae imperialis leaves on G-protein coupled receptors (GPCR), AMPKinase. cAMP, insulin, glucagon and some biochemical parameters in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats using acceptable chemical and biochemical methods. Guide...

This research project aimed to isolate and characterize amylase-producing lactic acid -bacteria—(LAB) from starchy foods,~specifically ogi and fufu, and evaluate their antimicrobial activities. A total of fourteen lactic acid bacteria isolates were obtained and identified based on morphological,...

The study investigated the effects of individualized instruction and inquiry methods on student's achievement and retention in secondary school physics in Akwa Ibom State. The study employed pre-test. post-test quasi experimental design. The population of the study consisted of 2114 SS1I students made up of...

The performance of academic staff in the Federal Universities in Southeast Nigeria, has been a subject of concern, with issues such as limited research output, inadequate mentorship, and stagnation in career progression hindering overall academic excellence . This study identifies the effect of career...

Psidium guajava is a tropical plant with a wide range of medicinal applications. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and can be used in herbal medicine for the treatment of various diseases and ailments such as stomach aches, dysentery, vertigo, jaundice, cerebral ailments, skin infections, diabetes,...

 to determine the influence of Sudoku Skills on Business Education universities South South Nigeria. A sample size of 291 Business Education students was selected through simple proportionate sampling technique. The researcher structured questionnaire titled “Sudoku Skills and Students Academic...

 Anopheles gambiae s.l. is the primary vector of malaria, a debilitating disease responsible for substantial mortality and morbidity in Sub-saharan Africa. This study was conducted between June 2021 and October 2022 to evaluate the prevalence of L1014F kdr type mutation in Anopheles gambiae s.l., and...

 This study was done to isolate and characterize palm (Elaeis guineensis and Raphia hookeri) wine base yeast for industrial utility. Palm wines used for this study were collected from Ikwuano and Isiala Ngwa Local Government Areas both in Abia state. Evaluation of the physicochemical characteristics of...

Bacterial communities play an indispensable role in the environment by providing essential ecosystem sei vices such as biogeochemical cycling, nutrient cycling, decomposition and degradation etc., that are yeiy ciitica in tie survival of all kinds of lives on earth. This study is aimed at determining the...

 This study examined equal employment opportunity and employees engagement ofsenior staff in Federal I ■ niversities in South-East. Nigeria. Specifically, the study investigated the effects of equal access to organizational benefits on emotional engagement of employees in federal universities in...

This study sought to determine the dietary pattern and the prevalence of noncommunicable diseases in rural and urban population ofAkwa Ibom State. The study was a community based descriptive cross-sectional study carried out among adults aged 30 years and above. The study sample comprised of246 respondents...

 The study specifically investigated the effect of compensation strategies on employee’s retention in Nigeria customs service. The study has the following specific objectives; determine the effect offinancial compensation (salary) on self-evaluation, examine the effect ofwork schedule and vacation on...

 This thesis titled, 'Teachers' Perception of Influence of Home Environment on the Academic Perfonnance of Basic Education Pupils in Abia State, Nigeria' was a descriptive survey guided by seven (7) research questions, seven null hypotheses also were tested at 0.05 confidence limit. The study was...

The effect of Anchor Borrowers' Programme (ABP) on the income and productive assets acquisition among rice farmers in Benue State, Nigeria was analysed. Data for the study were collected with the aid of structured questionnaire. 792 rice farmers consisting of 396 beneficiaries and 396 non-beneficiaries were...

The study design was a cross sectional survey aimed at determining the health profile,

household feeding pattern and anthropometric status of preschool children (2-5 years) in

lkwuano Local Government Area of Abia State. A multistage sampling technique were used

to select 228 preschool children for the survey...

Waste frying oils (WFO) sourced from ten different locations using random sampling method were used for biodiesel production in this research. During the esterification process, the time required for mixing the catalyst and methanol mixture was varied between 15- 30 mins. Hence, 31.5 cm? of methanol...

Heavy metals which are directly discharged into receiving water bodies pollute and make them unsafe for use because of their extreme harmful effects on man. Adsorption is one of the effective methods for the removal of heavy metal ions from waste water. This work investigates the potential of a cheap and...

The study investigated the effects of improved cocoyam production technologies on the income and output of women farmers in Anambra State, Nigeria. The study described the socioeconomic characteristics of the women farmers, identified the improved cocoyam production technologies, determine the extent of use...

Farmers in Nigeria usually use sweetpotato vine cuttings from previous crops or volunteer plants as planting materials. This results in accumulation of systemic pathogens, especially viruses,and information on the rate of degeneration due to this practice is very meagre. Seventeen orange-fleshed sweetpotato...

There are several green leafy vegetables already implicated in possessing high nutritional values. This study examined the chemical composition of four selected green leafy vegetables (Talinum triangulare, Vernonia amygdalina, Telfairia occidentalis and Gnetum africanum) from two different locations...

 The study evaluated the nutritional status. knowledge, attitude and practices of people living with HIV/ J\I DS ( PLWHA) attending special treatment centre (STC) in National Hospital Abuja. A cross sectional study design was carried out in the STC and a total of two hundred and seventy (270 [ 150 male...

Psidium guajava is a tropical plant with a wide range ofmedicinal applications. It belongs to the Myrtaceae family and can be used in herbal medicine for the treatment of various diseases and ailments such as stomach aches, dysentery, vertigo, jaundice, cerebral ailments, skin infections, diabetes,...

This study evaluated the valorization of corn cob through its conversion to ash, with the aim of assessing the proximate composition of the corn cob, the mineral content ofthe ash, and the functional properties of the ash extract in food applications. A traditional emulsion-based dish (African salad) was...

Jams are widely consumed as spreads but often lack essential micronutrients. Moringa oleifera, leaf, a plant rich in proteins, vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals, was incorporated into apple, pineapple, and orange fruit blends to enhance their functional value. This study investigated the...

The present study evaluated the physicochemical and flavour profile of essential oils from grape and orange peels. The fruits were sourced from a local market in Umuahia. The peels were obtained from the fruits and processed into flour. Essential oils were extracted from the peel powder using solvent cold...