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This study was to evaluate the microbiological quality of expired and non expired vitamin C syrups sold in Umuahia metropolis. The bacterial isolates from the syrup samples were identified...
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The increased utilization of processed cassava products has increased the environmental pollution associated with the disposal of effluents.The aim of this work was to assess the impact of...
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The emergence of antibiotic resistance as well as the recent undesirable side effect of some of the commercially available antibiotics has led to the screening of plant extract in order to...
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The effect of two commonly used herbicides force-up and Esmate, on soil microbial population was investigated. The two herbicides were applied on agricultural soil in-vitro at three...
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This study evaluated the comparative investigation of fish ponds in Umudike. From this study a total of six (6) bacteria strains and 3 (three) fungal strains were obtained and identified...
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Ocimum gratissium and Gongronema iatfolium are common herbs in Nigeria as medication against infections. The present study was designed to assess their effect on pathogenic bacteria;...
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The use of herbal medicine has always been part of human culture, as some plants possess important therapeutic properties. The aim of the study is to evaluate the antimicrobial activity of...
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The yield of bioethanol from banana peels hydrolysed with Sacchromyces cerevisiae. Banana peels were sun dried and pretreated. After hydrolysis, Saccharomyces cerevisiae were used to...
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Soil microorganisms including bacteria and fungi are critical in decomposition and recycling and in creating and maintaining good soil structure by proper aeration and formation of humus...
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The present study screened and identified bacteria from soil samples having the ability to produce xylanase. Soil samples were collected from different locations within umuahia. The 10...
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Medicinal plants are traditional plants/herbs that have been used in healthcare centers to treat various types of illness. Examples of medicinal plants are Dogoyaro leaf, paw-paw leaf,...
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The indiscriminate use of synthetic products has led us to the state of resistance and also provoked the need for natural products. The products from coconut were known to have...
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Ugba is the Ibo name of the fermented African Oil bean seeds (Pentaclethra macrophylla). It is a traditional food condiment generally produced by natural fermentation and it is important...
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This study presents the results of the experimental and mechanical assessment and investigation of periwinkle shell (pws) for use as reinforcement additive in grindstone. Locally sourced...
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The aim of this research work is to evaluate the antibacterial activities of ginger and galic extracts against some gram negative organisms. Newly obtained rhizome of Zingiber officinale...
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This study assessed Food Security and Anthropometric Status of School Age Children in selected rural communities in Udenu Local Government Area, Enugu State. A structured questionnaire was...
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The use antibiotics in poultry poses a risk of dissemination of antibiotic resistant bacterial pathogen in the general public. The aim of this study was to assess the antibiotic resistance...
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A total of Five (5) different types of wood were used for this research. The used and unused wood samples were gotten from buildings that had been used after standard microbial screening. A...
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The handles of car doors are one of the most important environmental places for microbial infection and disease transmission through a direct contact on a daily basis. The aim of this study...
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Contamination of poultry meat (frozen chicken) with foodborne pathogens remains an important public health issue, because it lead to illness if there are malpractices in handling, cooking...
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This study determined the antibiogram of fruits and vegetables sold in Umuahia metropolis. A total of Twenty (20) fruit (watermelon, pawpaw) and vegetable samples were purchased randomly...
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The presence of extended spectrum beta lactamase producing bacteria from ready to eat foods (agidi and moi moi) sold in Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike was accessed. Using...
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Moringa oleifera is a fast growing, drought resistant tree of the family Moringaceae, native to tropical and subtropical countries. The plant leaves are very good nutrient supplement for...
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The inappropriate use of antibiotic on poultry birds has made Staphylococcus aureus resistant to antibiotic which has become a problem in the medical sector. This study was aimed at...
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This study evaluated the antibiotic resistance profile of lactic acid bacteria isolated from some selected animal faeces. A total of Twelve (12) faecal samples were collected from some pigs...