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JOURNAL OF BIOSCIENCE AND BIOTECHNOLOGY DISCOVERY
Integrity Research Journals

ISSN: 2536-7064
Model: Open Access/Peer Reviewed
DOI: 10.31248/JBBD
Start Year: 2016
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JBBD Articles

Pectinase Production By Fungal-based Solid-state Fermentation Of Selected Agricultural Wastes
Authors:  S. Awe, A. E. Ajiboye* and F. O. Agboola
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.179   |   Article Number: 7BD4362C2
Agricultural waste is the residues from growing and processing raw agricultural products. They can be properly managed using fungi to produce economical materials such as pectinase enzymes that act as biological agents which are applicable in many areas. This research was aimed at producing pectinase by fungal-based solid-state fermentation of agricultural wastes.... Continue here
L-glutamic Acid Production By Immobilized Wild And Mutant Bacillus Species
Authors:  Durojaye O. T.*, Adebayo-tayo B. C. and Onifade A. D.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.174   |   Article Number: 19B355683
The effect of Ultra-Violet (UV) irradiation and acridine orange dye on L-glutamic acid producing Bacillus subtilis and B. megaterium was investigated. The selected mutant strains and wild types of B. subtilis and B. megaterium were immobilized and used for L-glutamic acid production. The Bacillus strains were exposed to UV irradiation and treated with acridine... Continue here
Production Of Itaconic Acid From Sweet Potato (ipomoea Batata) Peel Using Naturally Occurring Fungi In Solid State Fermentation
Authors:  Ajiboye, A. E.*, Aliyu, M. and Adedayo, M. R.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.180   |   Article Number: C83233BD4
This study evaluates the potentials of sweet potato peel as a substrate for itaconic acid production in solid state fermentation using naturally occurring fungi. Sweet potato peel was analyzed for proximate composition using standard methods. Fungi were obtained from the peel by solid state fermentation and identified using microscopic and molecular methods.... Continue here
Mosquito Adulticidal Activities Of Crude Extracts From Above Ground Part Of Laggera Pterodonta (d.c) Sch.bip And Laggera Aurita (d.c) Sch.bip Against Malaria Vector, Anopheles Gambiae
Authors:  Dantanko, Fatima*, Ojiego, O. Beatrice, Ibrahim, Halima, Bello Zainab, Abiamere Cynthia, Malann, Y. D. and Dantanko, Hadiza
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.181   |   Article Number: CEAB05155
Mosquitoes are small, midget flies that transmit harmful infections such as malaria, yellow fever, and dengue fever in Nigeria. Its control using a synthetic insecticide is becoming increasingly difficult due to high cost, persistence in the environment, and development of resistance by the mosquitoes.  The aim of this study is to evaluate the adulticidal... Continue here
Biochemical Properties Of α-amylase Isolated From Aspergillus Tamarii From Cassava Starch Using Solid State Fermentation
Authors:  Opeyemi Olumuyiwa Otuewu1*, Sherifat Tolulope Akindele1,, Solomon Aderemi Akapo1, Abdulrasak Alao Abdulkareem1, Temitayo Adewale Adefuwa2 and Moronke Muinat Adeyanju2
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.183   |   Article Number: 9CB3731F6
Cassava starch can be completely hydrolyzed to produce a sweetener that can be used as a substitute for refined sugars and artificial sweeteners in the food and pharmaceutical industries. This work was designed to isolate and identify a good amylase producing fungus from cassava flour and to extract, purify, and partially characterize α-amylase produced. The... Continue here
Consumption Of Some Nigerian Local Rice Varieties And Effect On Development Of Insulin Resistance And Obesity In Drosophila Melanogaster
Authors:  Shaayau Shehu*, Salisu Yusuf Yahaya, Ibrahim Malami and Mustapha Umar Imam
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.175   |   Article Number: 535F16FA1
There is evidence to suggest that the increased incidence of insulin resistance and obesity is associated with the consumption of energy-dense and highly processed foods like polished rice. This study, therefore, investigated the effects of consumption of selected local rice varieties on some markers of insulin resistance and obesity using Drosophila... Continue here
Modulation Of Mitochondrial Membrane Permeability Transition Pore By Annonaceous Acetogenins (acgs)-loaded Transferrin Conjugated Nanoparticles
Authors:  Avan Erhunmwunsee Dalton*, Ngozi Paulinus Okolie, Ojowu Johhn Ojowu and Faluyi Ezekiel
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.184   |   Article Number: B5A675872
Making the optimal cancer treatment choice can be challenging and more challenging is harnessing the therapeutic potential of bioactive molecules isolated from plants. The mitochondrion is the main organelle of oxidative stress in cells. Increased permeability of the inner mitochondrial membrane is a key phenomenon in cell death. The protein transferrin (Tf) was... Continue here
Role Of Phytohormone On In Vitro Regeneration Of Tea [camellia Sinensis (l.) O. Kuntze]
Authors:  Mokaram Hanifa Koly, Md. Ekramul Hoque, Khadiza Khatun, Kazi Meftahul Jannat and Md. Rafiqul Islam*
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.186   |   Article Number: 4C51E6841
Phytohormones are small molecules present in very low concentrations in plants and provide a promising strategy to improve mass culture biotechnology due to their intrinsic role in growth, development, and survival. This study is aimed at evaluating the effect of different plant growth regulators on in vitro callus induction and shoot regeneration in tea. The... Continue here
Assessment Of Heavy Metal Concentrations In Water And Sediments At Motor Park And New Bridge Areas, Lower River Benue, Ibi, Taraba, Nigeria
Authors:  Ikponmwen, E. G.* and Igbani, F.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.189   |   Article Number: F3B94CEA2
Heavy metals concentration in water and sediment was investigated at the Motor Park Area and New Bridge Site of lower River Benue, Ibi, Taraba State. The heavy metals levels were examined using atomic absorption spectrophotometer (AAS) Buck Scientific model 210 VGP using spectrophotometry techniques. The highest mean concentration of Zn recorded in the sediment at... Continue here
Determination Of Some Heavy Metal Concentrations In Water And Sediment Of River Gidin Dorowa, At Gidin Dorowa, Taraba, North Eastern Nigeria
Authors:  Ikponmwen, E. G.* and Igbani, F.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.190   |   Article Number: 15568AE93
This study examined some heavy metal concentrations in water and sediment of River Gidin Dorowa, Taraba, North Eastern, Nigeria. It was examined with atomic absorption spectrophometer (AAS) buck scientific model 210 VGP. Mean concentrations of metals in water and sediment showed significant (p< 0.05) during the study period between September, 2022 to February,... Continue here
Investigating The Breeding Habitats And Kdr Allele Frequency Of Malaria Vectors In Anambra Central Senatorial Zone, Southeast Nigeria
Authors:  Emmanuel O. Ogbuefi*, Dennis N. Aribodor, Tolulope A. Oyeniyi and Emmanuel I. Obiefula
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.185   |   Article Number: D7DB5E534
Malaria, transmitted by infected female Anopheles mosquitoes, is a parasitic disease of major public health importance in Nigeria. Various classes of insecticides have played significant role in the control and elimination of malaria by attacking the vectors. Unfortunately, the success of the use of insecticides in the control of malaria vectors is threatened by... Continue here
Ameliorating Effect Of Calotropis Procera Methanol Leaf Extract Against Oxidative Stress And Lipid Peroxidation Induced By Fipronil In Wister Albino Rats
Authors:  Jude Nwaogu, Abubakar Abdulhamid and Arikpo Ikpi Essien*
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.192   |   Article Number: 3A4E66141
The exposure of humans to oxidative stress inducing chemicals is on the increase due to global industrialization. It has become vital to source for solution by searching for medicinal plants with antioxidant potential. This study was carried out to evaluate the toxicological effect and the antioxidant potential of Calotropis procera in fipronil induced Wister... Continue here
Effect Of High-sucrose Diet On Liver Enzymes And Serum Protein Levels Of Wistar Albino Rats
Authors:  Elijah Oyindeinyefe Ariye, Ujong Anim Ekpo, Sakariyau Adio Waheed*, Ayomide Oluwaseyi Ogunsanmi, Praise Abimbola Binoran, Obinwa Blessing Godfrey and Eli Cyrus Aluwong
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.195   |   Article Number: DA0F145D2
A global change in dietary habits has led to the introduction of sweeteners in foods. This study investigated the effect of concentrations of sucrose on liver enzymes and serum protein levels in Wistar rats. Thirty-five (35) Wistar rats were equally randomized into seven groups and fed with a rat diet mixed with sucrose at concentrations of 10, 20, 40, 60, 80, and... Continue here
Physicochemical Parameters And Plankton Diversity From Lower River Benue, Makurdi
Authors:  Shima N. Judith, Odo Joel Inya, Ode Omenka Samuel* and Lois Igba Ali
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.193   |   Article Number: B5C9FF333
This study was conducted to investigate the abundance and diversity of plankton as well as the physicochemical properties of the Lower Benue River. The survey was carried out at different sites along the river both at Wadata and BSU Water Board. Samples were collected using plankton net into bottles preserved in 5% formalin and then transported to the laboratory... Continue here
Physicochemical Parameters And Plankton Diversity In Water From Selected Ponds Within Makurdi Metropolis
Authors:  Ode Omenka Samuel*, Shima N. Judith, Odo Joel Inya and Amuta Enemy Victoria
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.194   |   Article Number: B2CB4A974
Physicochemical parameters and plankton diversity in water from five (5) selected ponds was investigated. In the investigation, some physicochemical parameters of water, the composition and abundance of plankton were determined. Some of the parameters include temperature, electrical conductivity, pH, dissolved oxygen, nitrates and phosphate. The samples were... Continue here
Mycoflora, Mycotoxin, Proximate And Mineral Composition Of Selected Sachet Tomato Paste
Authors:  Onifade Deborah Ajoke*, Durojaye Oluwatoyin Omolola and Bolarinwa Oluwatoyin Olubisi
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2023.191   |   Article Number: 72DE0EFB1
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) is highly popular fruit crop grown and consumed by people across the globe. The worldwide production of tomato is very high. Tomato is a wonder fruit fortified with health promoting phyto-chemicals that are beneficial in preventing important chronic degeneration disorder. Tomato are good source of vitamins and minerals also. Tomato... Continue here
Acute Toxicity Profile Of Crude Methanolic Stem Bark Extract Of Parkia Biglobosa In West African Dwarf (wad) Goats
Authors:  Josiah, James Gana*, Adama, John Yisa, Etta Hannah Edim, Imoisi Chinyere and Jiya Zipporah
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2024.203   |   Article Number: B66D0C042
Despite the high demand for herbal medicines for treatment of health disorder, there are still concerns associated with not only their use, but their safety. This study was aimed at providing information on the potential toxicity profile of the stem bark extracts of P. biglobosa in goats. For this purpose, the stem bark parts of P. biglobosa were collected and... Continue here
Prevalence Of Trypanosome Species In Wild Tsetse Flies (glossina Spp) From Kagarko Forest, North-central Nigeria
Authors:  Attahir, A.*, Usman B. M., Isadu H. T., Imam, I. U., Jabiru G., Idris B. M., Anchau, R. G., Ramatu, A. A., Yusuf, A. B., Rabiu, A. I., Shettima F. A. T., Karma, A. B. and Hudu B.e.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2024.208   |   Article Number: D581F3411
The causative agents of Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT) are trypanosome parasites belonging to the trypanosoma brucei complex: T. brucei gambiense is responsible for the chronic form of the disease in West and Central Africa; T. brucei rhodesiense is responsible for the acute form in East and Southern Africa; While T. brucei brucei is used as an animal model... Continue here
Ameliorative Effects And Structure-function Relationship Of Chromolaena Odorata (linnaeus) King And Robinson Leaf Extract On Carbon Tetrachloride (ccl4)-induced Hepatotoxicity In Wistar Rats
Authors:  Barrah Collins Chizaram*, Yakubu Ojochenemi Ejeh, Arowora Kayode Adebisi and Emmanuel Gabriel Onu
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2024.211   |   Article Number: 378DF6E92
Chromolaena odorata (C. odorata), has been used as a medicinal herb for various conditions, including malaria, inflammations, and more. This study aimed to assess the ameliorative effects and structure-function relationship of Chromolaena odorata leaf extract on Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4)-induced hepatotoxicity in Wistar rats. The leaves of C. odorata were... Continue here
Malaria Tracker: The Best Bet For Malaria Elimination In Nigeria
Authors:  R. C. Onah, U. M. Obeta* and N. L. Obeta
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2024.216   |   Article Number: B849B8611
Malaria is a significant public health burden in Nigeria, accounting for a substantial number of cases and deaths annually. Regrettably, the Malaria disease burden in line with the WHO (2023) report showed that there were 249 million cases of malaria in 2022 when compared to 244 million cases in 2021 and the number of malaria deaths stood at 608,000 in 2022... Continue here

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