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Characterization of winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus (L.) DC.) based on molecular, chemical and physiological parameters
(Scientific Research Publishing, 2013-10)
Winged bean (Psophocarpus tetragonolobus (L.) DC.) is a potential legume crop of the tropics with high protein and oil content in the seeds. Analysis of the mutual genotypic relationships among twenty four genotypes of P. ...
Mechanisms of biochar and vermicompost in suppression of root rot fungal disease of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L)
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Composts and biochar improve soil fertility and also suppress fungal soil-borne diseases through their ability to promote beneficial microbial communities. The study sought to determine the mechanisms through which biochar ...
Identification of culturable microalgae diversity in the River Nile in Egypt using enrichment media
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
This study aimed to morphologically identify the highest possible microalgae biodiversity in a sample collected from the River Nile using the culture-based method. Water samples were cultured on the two commonly used media ...
The efficacy of biostimulants in the management of Agrobacterium tumefasciens the cause of crown gall disease of roses in Kericho, Kenya
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Experiments were conducted at James Finlay Kenya, Tarakwet farm in Kericho county to test the efficacy of various biostimulants, i.e., biozyme 2.5 ml/L, hicure 2.5 ml/L, foltron 2.0 ml/L, codamine radicular 2.0 ml/L, alexin ...
Assessment of performance of wastewater stabilization ponds using faecal indicator bacteria reduction efficiency in a tropical environment
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Egerton University (EU) uses Wastewater Stabilization Ponds (WSPs) for wastewater treatment. An adjoining wetland with gravel bed substrate and freesurface flow meant to polish discharge before releasing into River Njoro ...
Evaluation of cellular and circulatory antioxidant- and glutathioneassociated enzymes in patients with acute coronary syndrome
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Destabilization of atherosclerotic plaque in the coronary artery is the result of Oxidative Stress (OS) that damage the myocardial tissues in Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS). This study investigated the activities of certain ...
The use of Bacillus subtilis bacteria as a tool to assess the toxicity of pharmaceuticals in the environment
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Pharmaceuticals and personal care products are now known as microcontaminants due to their effects on bacterial resistance and effect on non-targeted organisms. Most recently, these substances have been found in surface ...
Antibiotic resistance of bacteria responsible for lower respiratory tract infections seen in the University Hospital of Befelatanana Antananarivo Madagascar
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
The majority of bacteria responsible for Lower Respiratory Tract Infections (LRTIs) are multiresistant to antibiotics. The objectives of this study are to describe the antibiotic resistance of these bacteria in LRTIs and ...
Heavy metals in vegetables grown in the vicinity of Hawassa industrial zone, Ethiopia: Estimation of possible human health risks
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
Concentration of heavy metals (Cr, Ni, Cu, Zn, As, Cd, Pb and Hg) in cabbages and potatoes were determined and the potential human health risks due to the consumption of the vegetables have been estimated. Mean concentrations ...
Ameliorating effects of Cissus populnea aqueous stem bark extract on some parameters in diabetic Wistar rats
(African Science Publications, 2021-04-05)
This study investigated the effects of aqueous stem bark of Cissus populnea (C.p) extract on some parameters in diabetic Wistar rats. Fresh stem bark of C.p was air dried, pulverized, and mixed with distilled water at room ...