Microbiology

Isolation And Identification Of Fungi Producing Mycotoxins From Rice Grains Sold In Umuahia Markets

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The present research work explores fungi and mycotoxins associated with rice grains. Mycotoxins are secondary metabolites of molds that have adverse effects on humans, animals and crops...

56 pages (10463 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Bacteriological And Physicochemical Examination Of Borehole Water In Amawom Ikwuano L. G. A, Abia State

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This research work is aimed at assessing the quality of ground water (borehole) in Amawom, Ikwuano L.G.A Abia State Nigeria. An investigative study was carried out to determine the...

75 pages (17785 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Species Of Fungi Associated With Deteriorated Loaves Of Bread

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Studies were carried out on species of fungi associated with deteriorated loaves of bread. Ten (10) loaves of bread each weighing 10kg each were purchased from different shops in local...
9 pages (1034 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antimicrobial Profile Of Pathogenic Bacteria Isolated From Municipal Waste Water In Umuahia, Abia State

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Antimicrobial profile of pathogenic bacteria isolated from municipal waste water system in Umuahia, Abia State. Two (2) samples each from four (4) sites (Bawas Street, Umudike junction,...

69 pages (17162 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antimicrobial Activity Of Honey On Some Pathogenic Fungal Isolates

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The antimicrobial activity of honey on some pathogenic fungal isolates was investigated. The aim of this study was to test the antimicrobial activity of two honey samples from Nigeria...

59 pages (11821 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antagonistic Activity Of Lactic Acid Bacteria Crude Extract Against Vegetable Spoilage Bacteria

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The antagonistic activity of lactic acid bacteria crude extract against some vegetables spoilage bacteria was investigated.  Three lactic acid bacteria (LAB) Lactobacillus casei,...

8 pages (862 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

The Study Of Minimium Inhibitory Concentration And Minimium Bactericidal Concentration And The Killing Time Of Ethanol, Sodium Hypochlorite And Hydrogen Peroxide On Staphylococcus Aureus

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The study of minimum inhibitory concentration, minimum bactericidal concentration and the killing time of ethanol, sodium hypochlorite and hydrogen peroxide on Staphylococcus aureus was...

67 pages (14324 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Comparative Analysis Of The In Vitro Antimicrobial Activities Of Three Groups Of Antibiotics Against Escherichia Coli Isolated From Clinical Specimens

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The in vitro antimicrobial activity of three groups of antibiotics was evaluated against clinical isolates of E.coli. The groups comprised aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones and the...

59 pages (14319 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antimicrobial Effects Of Emilia Sonchifolia And Chromolaenaodorata On Staphylococcus Aureus, Pseudomonas Aeruginosa And Candida Albicans

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In vitro antibacterial activities of crude extract of Chromoleriaodorata and Emilia sonchifiliawere investigated against some humanpathogensincluding Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus...

42 pages (9128 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Effect Of Local Plant Preservatives On The Microbiology And Shelf Life Of Palm Wine

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This study determined the effect of local plant preservatives on the microbiology and shelf life stability of palm wine. Fresh palm wine samples collected from traditional palm wine tappers...

74 pages (15512 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antibacterial And Phytochemical Screening Of Acanthus Montanus (Ire Agu) And Alstonia Congensis (Egbu Ora) Leaves Extracts Against Some Bacterial Pathogens

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The leaves of Acanthus montanus and Alstonia congensis were powdered, screened for phytochemicals and their antibacterial activities. Antibacterial activities of the crude extracts against...

44 pages (9323 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antibacterial Screening Of Alchornealaxiflora And Ficusexasperata Extracts Against Bacterial Pathogens

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The antibacterial activities of ethanol extracts of the leaves of Ficusexasperata and Alchornealaxiflora were investigated against four bacterial pathogens using the agar dilution method....

37 pages (6283 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antibacterial And Phytochemical Screening Of Alchornea Laxiflora And Citrus Aurantifolia Collected From Ntalakwu In Bende L.G.A Abia State, Nigeria

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Antibacterial activity of ethanol extract of Alchornea laxiflora and Citrus aurantifolia on selected pathogenic bacteria Staphylococcus aureus (ATCC 25923), Escherichia coli (ATCC 25922),...

35 pages (7385 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Microbiological Control Of Post-Harvest Fungal Pathogens Of Cocoyam Using Bacillus Species

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Microbial control of post harvest fungal pathogen of cocoyam using Bacillus species was investigated. Fungi were isolated from rot infested cocoyam corms and identified with varying...

49 pages (11921 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Determination Of Microbial Profiles And Physicochemical Changes In Fermenting Corn For Pap Production

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 Microbial profile and physicochemical changes in fermenting corn for pap production were determined in the laboratory. The maize grains were steeped for 72hours; wet milled, sieved...

42 pages (8054 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Microbiological Analysis Of Some Locally Sold Palm Wine Around Ututu, Arochukwu L.G.A Abia State

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Microbiological analysis of palm wine sold in Arochukwu was carried out. Twelve samples were randomly selected. Palm wine samples were analysed for microbial load and flora. Obtained...

32 pages (6155 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Comparative Study Of Antibacterial Activity Of Garcinia Kola (Bitter Kola), Erythromycin And Penicillin

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Extracts of   seed of Garcinia kola were used to determine the antibacterial properties of the extract. Methanol and ethanol were used for the extraction. Minimum inhibitory...

49 pages (10073 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Prevalence Of Antibiotic Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus Among Farm Animal In Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike

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The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence and the  antibiotics resistance pattern of Staphylococcus aureus isolated from farm animals in Michael Okpara University of...

48 pages (11493 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Contribution Of Lactic Acid Bacteria To Improve The Nutritive Quality Of Pentraclethra Macrophylla Enriched With Brewer’s Yeast

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Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) have been used for the fermentation of food and feed products since ancient days and today their major applications are still in the food industry as starter...

61 pages (13360 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Effect Of Food Spices On The Microbiology And Nutritional Status Of Palm Wine

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 Effect of food spices on the microbiological and nutritional status of palm wine was assessed in this study. Five spices were used which includes ginger, garlic, alligator pepper,...

84 pages (16337 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Actinomycetes Associated With The Rhizosphere Of Some Selected Plants

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Actinomycetes are saprophytic soil inhabitants, the most widely distributed group of microorganism in nature. Plant rhizosphere soil habors various kinds of microorganism. Actinomycetes are...

43 pages (8906 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Assessment Of Antimicrobial And Antioxidant Properties Of Tetrapleura Tetraptera On Some Human Pathogens

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This study was to access the antimicrobial and antioxidant properties of Tetraplera tetraptera on some human pathogens. The antimicrobial activity of Tetraplera tetraptera on some pathogens...

58 pages (13461 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Isolation And Identification Of Biofilms Forming Bacteria In Mouau Fish Pond

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A  biofilm is a complex aggregation of microorganism growing on a solid substrate. It act as defensive role for microorganism during various stress conditions. The proposed work...

38 pages (7455 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Antibacterial Effect Of Emilia Sonchiofolia On Salmonella Isolated From Poultry Feeds Sold In Umuahia

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The study was conducted with the aim of isolating Samonella from different brands and types of poultry feeds sold in Umuahia and testing its sensitivity with extracts of Emilia...

59 pages (10843 words) · Projects · 4 years ago

Asymptomatic Bacteriuria Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Clinic At Federal Medical Centre Umuahia (Fmc)

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From the study, Fifty (50) samples of urine were collected from pregnant women attending antenatal clinic at Federal Medical Centre Umuahia, with sterile bottles, to determine the...

44 pages (6386 words) · Projects · 4 years ago
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