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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
Email: jbbd@integrityresjournals.org

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JBBD Articles

Survivability, Growth Performance And Nutrient Composition Of The African Palm Weevil (rhyncophorus Phoenicis Fabricius) Reared On Four Different Substrates
Authors:  Ebenebe, C. I.*, Okpoko V. O., Ufele A. N. and Amobi M. I.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2016.018   |   Article Number: 2C488EBA1
Survivability, growth performance and nutrient composition of the African Palm weevil (APW) (Rhyncophorus phoenicis) reared on four different substrates was investigated following earlier finding that Sugar cane tops (SCT) and Spoilt water melon (SWM) could be useful in captive rearing of the weevil.  This necessitated a search into other waste fruits that... Continue here
Biological Control Of Pathogenic And Secondary (non Pathogenic) Fungi Associated With Barley (hordeum Vulgare) Seeds
Authors:  Ihsan Flayyih Hasan Ai-jawhari
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.028   |   Article Number: CDDFEFEB1
Plant pathogenic fungi are a major problem in agriculture with effects on yield and quality of agricultural product. In this study, antagonistic effects of five fungi biocontrol agent Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus ostianus, Aspergillus versicolor, Penicillium sp., Trichoderma harzianum and one species of bacterium Pseudomonas aeruginosa isolated from the seeds of... Continue here
Chemical Composition And Medicinal Potentials Of The Bark Of Erythrophleum Ivorense A. Chev
Authors:  R. O. Ogboru*, L. O. Akideno and E. A. Owoeye
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.026   |   Article Number: 198769A32
Determination of the chemical composition of the bark of Erythrophleum ivorense A.chev showed some proximate compounds such carbohydrates, protein, lipids and vitamin C, and not absent in essential food fibre. Essential minerals of sodium, phosphorus, iron, copper and zinc in contents levels needed for a healthy life, except sodium, with a very high content level... Continue here
Biochemical And Haematological Safety Evaluation Of The Ethanol Extract Of The Stem Bark Of Blighia Sapida Using Swiss Albino Mice
Authors:  Chinweizu Ejikeme Udobi*, Betseabasi Edward Umoh and Ememobong Gideon Asuquo
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.027   |   Article Number: DC1BAE273
The ethanol extract of the stem bark of Blighia sapida was studied for its toxic effects on certain hematological and biochemical indices of the swiss albino mice. Three different concentrations of the extract were administered to different groups of the mice through their drinking water for 14 days in the sub-acute test and 28 days in the case of the chronic... Continue here
Physicochemical Properties Of A Flowing Stream In Jabi, Abuja, Nigeria
Authors:  Solomon, R. J.* and Kehinde, O. A.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.035   |   Article Number: EC6F2DB01
The physicochemical qualities of flowing stream located in Jabi, Abuja, Nigeria was assessed over the duration of 3 months. Parameters measured include pH, temperature, electrical conductivity, turbidity, biological oxygen demand (BOD), dissolved oxygen, chemical oxygen demand, nitrate, sulphate, acidity, alkalinity, and carbon levels and these were simultaneously... Continue here
Assessment Of Heavy Metal Concentration In Vegetables Grown Within Fungicide Treated Cocoa Plantations In Akamkpa Local Government Area, Cross River State, Nigeria And Implications To Human Health
Authors:  F. E. Ekpo
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.031   |   Article Number: F321286D2
The study was carried out to investigate the concentrations of heavy metals in soil samples and edible vegetables (Heinsia crinita and Gnetum africana) grown within fungicide treated cocoa plantation in Akamkpa communities of Cross River State Nigeria. In each sampling community, the edible vegetables and soil samples were collected for the period of three months... Continue here
The Resultant Physiochemical Effect Of Organic, Artificial And Mixed Diets Of Clarias Gariepinus To Enhance Growth
Authors:  Solomon, R. J.* and Zainab, A. U.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.037   |   Article Number: 76C0CB223
This study was carried out at the University of Abuja permanent site Gwagwalada, Abuja to determine the water quality parameters of Clarias gariepinus fed with organic, artificial and mixture of organic and artificial diets. The materials and the fingerlings were all purchased from Ajima farms, Kuje Area Council. After seven days of acclimatization, a group of ten... Continue here
Growth Respond And Nutrient Utilization Of Clarias Gariepinus Fed Bean Cake
Authors:  Chiokwe, G. I. and Solomon, R. J.*
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.038   |   Article Number: 9A45C8EE4
The study was conducted to assess the effect of bean cake on the growth of Clarias gariepinus. The feed was formulated and fed to Clarias gariepinus for a period of 8 weeks while using Coppens and Multifeed as the controls. Fishes were fed twice daily at 4% body weight/day. There were 12 fishes per experimental tank. The result obtained from the study indicated... Continue here
The Effects Of Dietary, Energy And Feed Utilization Of Compounded Feed (vital Chicken Feed And Fish Meal) On The Growth Rate Of Clarias Gariepinus
Authors:  Solomon, R. J.* and Adeola, A. A.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.039   |   Article Number: E1A9F7375
The experiment was conducted at the research unit of the Biological science Department, University of Abuja for a period of Twelve weeks. The experiment was set up to determine the effects of chicken feed (vital chicken feed) in the diet of Clarias gariepinus. The effects variables and nutrient utilization were determined from the practical diets using varying... Continue here
Modulatory Properties Of Telfairia Occidentalis Leaf Extract On Pancytopenia, Electrolyte Imbalance And Renal Oxidative Damage In Rats
Authors:  Johnson Olaleye Oladele, Olu Israel Oyewole*, Olamilekan Kabir Bello and Oluwaseun Titilope Oladele
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.034   |   Article Number: 7CD631176
Telfairia occidentalis is a medicinal plant acclaimed to possess many therapeutic potential. The study was carried out to investigate the possible modulatory effects of aqueous leaf extract of T. occidentalis on chemical-induced oxidative stress, renal dysfunction and pancytopenia in rats. Twenty-four (24) adult male rats were divided into 4 groups of 6 rats each.... Continue here
Serum Proteins And Enzymes Levels In Rats Following Co-administration Of Ethanolic Leaf Extracts Of Ageratum Conyzoides And Nigerian Bonnylight Crude Oil
Authors:  Ita, S. O.* and Udotung, Y. C.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.041   |   Article Number: 5CF631701
The role of administration of leaf extract of Ageratum conyzoides following the administration of Nigerian Bonnylight crude oil (NBLCO) on serum proteins and enzymes was investigated. Twenty female Wistar rats (120 to 150 g body weight) were divided into four groups of five rats each. The rats in group I served as the control group and were oral gavaged 3 ml/kg of... Continue here
Molecular Geometry Optimization Of Acidifiers And Acidulants In Bioactive Phytochemicals Present In Ethanol Leaf Extract Of Chromolaena Odorata And Costus Afer Sterm
Authors:  K. K. Igwe*, O. V. Ikpeazu and I. E. Otuokere
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.043   |   Article Number: A00276C72
Molecular geometry optimization of Acidifiers and Acidulants in bioactive phytochemicals present in Ethanol leaf extract of Chromolaena odorata and costus afer stem was studied. The active phytochemicals, hexadecanoic acid ethyl ester, from the ethanol leaf extract of C. odorata and 10,12-nonacosadiynoic acid from stem of C. afer were studied using ArgusLab 4.0.1... Continue here
Global Energy And Molecular Interactions Between Pazopanib, Axitinib And Sorafenib Anticancer Drugs With Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor
Authors:  Kalu Kalu Igwe*, Okezie Victor Ikpeazu and Ifeanyi Edozie Otuokere
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.045   |   Article Number: 788586173
Pazopanib and axitinib are ATP-competitive inhibitors of the vascular endothelial growth factor receptor. They have shown to be effective and tolerable treatment options for patients with metastatic renal cell cancer and therefore have been used for the control of this disease. Sorafenib is a kinase inhibitor drug approved for the treatment of primary kidney... Continue here
Prevalence Of Parasitic Ova/cysts On Fruits And Vegetables Sold In Afikpo North Local Government Area, Ebonyi State, Nigeria
Authors:  Ngele, K. K.*, Ali Amos Ndu, Aligwe Esther Nnenna, Ujaa Mercy Ekemma and Ujum Comfort Ikori
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2017.056   |   Article Number: 5C816DCF1
Fruits and vegetables are good sources of vitamin C, carotene, mineral elements, iron and fiber. Most fruits and vegetables are eaten raw without being cooked. This attitude has led to the development of some parasitic diseases caused by the ova/cysts of intestinal parasites. These parasitic diseases affect the normal health conditions of the body and its... Continue here
Evaluation Of Fermented Cassava (manihot Esculenta) Peel Meal On The Growth Of Clarias Gariepinus
Authors:  Adejoke A. Adewumi
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.070   |   Article Number: 4C57EFD11
An experiment was conducted to evaluate the impact of cassava (Manihot esculenta, (NR 8082) peel, fermented with wastewater from the fermented cassava pulp, as a substitute for maize in the diet of C. gariepinus juveniles on the growth performance of C. gariepinus. Five iso-caloric and iso-nitrogenous diets were formulated containing 25%, 50%, 75% and 100% maize... Continue here
Production And Optimization Of Single Cell Protein From Orange Peels By Saccharomyces Cerevisiae
Authors:  M. A. Milala, M. Yakubu, B. Burah*, H. H. Laminu and H. Bashir
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.081   |   Article Number: E628A7382
Deficiency in protein is increasing worldwide especially in developing countries. Protein from microbial biomass termed as Single Cell Protein (SCP) can be considered as an alternative to conventional source of food. This research work was carried out to produce single cell protein from orange peels by Saccharomyces cerevisiae isolated from spoilt tomato fruit and... Continue here
Chemical Composition, Phytochemical And Mineral Profile Of Garlic (allium Sativum)
Authors:  Yusuf, Abayomi, Fagbuaro, S. S.* and Fajemilehin, S. O. K.
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.073   |   Article Number: F281275C3
The practice of complementary and alternative medicine is now on the increase in developing countries in response to World Health Organization’s directives. This has culminated in several pre-clinical and clinical studies that have provided the scientific basis for the efficacy of many plants used in folk medicine to improve growth performance in farm... Continue here
Indigenous Processing Technologies From Farm Gates Adulterate Honey Quality At Local Markets And Subject Consumers To Critical Health Risks
Authors:  Benjamin Makimilua Tiimub*, John Adoripore, Gideon Likida Tiimob, Isaac Baani, Richard Wonnsibe Tiimob and Paul Amihere-ackah
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.075   |   Article Number: 47F0DD101
Physico-chemical and microbial status of 400 honey samples picked from 200 experienced apiculturists for laboratory elucidation based on indigenous processing techniques (IPTs) comprising (burning (B); crushing and straining (C&S); mashing and straining (M&S); boiling and straining (B&S)) reveals its quality defaults at various farm gates with... Continue here
Biostimulatory Effect Of Organic And Inorganic Nutrients On Soil Biological Indicators In Diesel Contaminated Soil
Authors:  B. O. Uba*, E. L. Okoye, C. U. Dokubo, T. Azuanichie and O. M. Nworah
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.087   |   Article Number: E6A612082
Conventional soil remediation has been known to be expensive treatment. Thus, various strategies have been opted to investigate cost-effective solution to contaminated sites and an example is bio-stimulation. The study investigated effect of organic and inorganic nutrients on soil biological indicators of diesel – contaminated soil. The parameters... Continue here
Role Of Vitamin D Receptor (vdr) Genetic Polymorphism In Onset Of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Review
Authors:  Naila Abdul Sattar*, Fatma Hussain, Kathleen Gillespie, Siraj Udin Sajid, Sumera Shaheen, Nusrat Shafiq, Sobia Aleem and Sadia Aslam
https://doi.org/10.31248/JBBD2018.077   |   Article Number: CC553B791
Numerous studies disclosed the independent role of VDR genetic polymorphisms involved in pathogenesies of various metabolic disorders like type 2 diabetes mellitus in different populations, however no any conclusive or even key study conducted on South Asian population especially Pakistani population except on Indian population. Worldwidle, vitamin D defeciency... Continue here

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