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Microbial Agents in Terrorism, Biomarkers, and Public Health Challenges

Alexander, P; Orole, O.O; Kayode, O.; Aleruchi, Chukwu; Eno, C. M; Chukwuma, O. (Journal of Experimental Life Sciences, 2022)

Bioterrorism agents are mostly microorganisms with the capacity to deal explosive and lethal harm to humans, animals, and food crops. These microorganisms spread in the form of gases, whole organisms, or products of ...
Microbial Agents in Terrorism, Biomarkers, and Public Health Challenges

ALEXZANDER, Philip (Journal of Experimental Life Sciences, 2022)

Bioterrorism agents are mostly microorganisms with the capacity to deal explosive and lethal harm to humans, animals, and food crops. These microorganisms spread in the form of gases, whole organisms, or products of ...
EFFECT OF PESTICIDE (CHLORYPYRIPHOS) ON THE GROWTH OF NITRIFYING BACTERIA (Nitrosomonas AND Nitrobacter species) ISOLATED FROM THE SOIL

J. O. IHUMA1 , ALEXANDER PHILIP1* AND B. E. KURAH1 (2021-11-30)

This research investigated the effect of pesticides application on the growth of two soil nitrifying bacteria species, Nitrosomonas and Nitrobacter respectively. The bacteria were isolated from soil samples obtained from ...
ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITIES OF Terminalia catappa Linn. LEAVES EXTRACT ON SOME SELECTED Salmonella SPECIES

IHUMA, JEROME (2021-05-04)

The aim of this study is to investigate the antimicrobial activity of Terminalia catappa leaves extract against Salmonella species. Leaves samples were collected randomly from T. catappa trees, air dried, pulverized and ...
Assessment of Fungi Species Associated with a Multicultural Orchard and Cultivated Land in Bingham University Landscape, Karu Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Ihuma J. O.* Agida I. O. Nashima T. N. (2022-03-11)

Assessment of fungal species associated with a multicultural orchard and cultivated land in Bingham University landscape was carried out, with the ultimate aim of identifying the fungi species present in soil under ...
Environmental Stakeholders' Perceptions of Urban Native Tree Species Values in Abuja City, Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory

J. O. Ihuma1* , S. Madakan2 and U. D. Chima3 (2019-12-02)

This study was conducted to investigate the value perceptions of native tree species in urban landscape by three groups of environmental stakeholders – residents, estate developers and construction companies that reside ...
Frugivorous Bird Species Diversity in Relation to the Diversity Of Fruit Tree Species in Reserved and Designated Green Areas in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria.

1 Ihuma, J.O; Tella, I. O2 ; Madakan, S. P.3 and Akpan, M2; 1 Ihuma, J.O; Tella, I. O2 ; Madakan, S. P.3 and Akpan, M2 (2016-03-01)

The diversity of frugivorous bird species in relation to tree species diversity was investigated in Designated and Reserved Green Areas of Abuja, Nigeria. The study estimated, investigated and examined trees species and ...
Bacteriological Analysis of Surface Water Obtained from Uke River in Karu, Nasarawa State, Nigeria

J. O. Ihuma1 , L. Y. Adogo1*, T. D. Malgwi1 , J. I. Maikenti1 and A. Z. Koggie1 (2016-12-26)

Aim: To determine the bacteriological properties of the surface water obtained from Uke River. Place and Duration of Study: This study was carried out in Uke Community, Karu LGA, Nasarawa state and the Department of ...
GUILD OF FRUGIVORES ON THREE FRUIT-PRODUCING TREE SPECIES (POLYSCIAS FULVA, SYZYGUIM guineensis SUBSP. BAMENSDAE AND POUTERIA ALTISSIMA) IN NGEL NYAKI FORESTRESERVE, AMONTANE FORESTECOSYSTEM IN NIGERIA.

IHUMA, Jerome (JOURNAL OF RESEARCH IN FORESTRY, WILDLIFE AND ENVIRONMENT, 2011-09-02)

This research was conducted in Ngel Nyaki Forest reserve, a montane forest ecosystem located at the western escapement of Mambilla Plateau, Taraba State, Nigeria. The area comprises core montane forest and riparian ...
SOCIO-ECOLOGICAL SURVEY OF PARKS AND GARDENS IN THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY, ABUJA NIGERIA

Ihuma, J.O; Tella, I. O; Madakan, S. P. and Akpan, M (2016-03-01)

Opinions of Abuja residents and potential recreational parks and gardens users were sought using structured questionnaires in order to document their socio-ecological knowledge. Three hundred (300) respondents were ...
Bacteriuria among Pregnant Women Attended on Antenatal Care Clinics in Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State

Alexander, P.; Manny, M.M; Mbagwu, T.T (South Asian Journal of Research in Microbiology, 2019-12-13)

Aims: This study is aimed at studying the prevalence of bacteriuria among pregnant women attending antenatal care clinics in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, Nigeria. Study Design: A cross-sectional studies ...
TREE SPECIES DIVERSITY IN A NIGERIAN MONTANE FOREST ECOSYSTEM AND ADJACENT FRAGMENTED FORESTS

IHUMA, Jerome (ARPN Journal of Agricultural and Biological Science, 2011-02-02)

The study was conducted at Ngel Nyaki Forest Reserve to capture the tree species composition, diversity and richness in a Nigerian montane forest ecosystem, and to compare same between a protected natural forest - Main ...
Gram Negative Bacteria Associated with Spoilage of Tomatoes Sold at Mararaba and Masaka Market, New Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State

Olokun, Alexander Lanzema; Ajide, Bukola Adeola; Ihuma, Jerome Obo (International Journal of Pathogen Research, 2019-04-23)

Aims: The study is aimed at isolating and identifying the gram negative bacteria associated with spoilage of tomatoes at Mararaba and Masaka markets, New Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State. Study Design: A ...
Production of Fermented Drink from Milk Extract of Tigernut (Cyperus esculentus)

Olokun, Alexander Lanzema; Mbagwu, Tochukwu ThankGod; Maikori, Jenom ezekiel (South Asian Research Journal of Natural Products, 2018-10-15)

The study was aimed at producing fermented drink from milk extract tiger nut (Cyperus esculentus)using lactic acid bacteria isolated from locally fermented milk (nono), and to compare it with a yoghurt brand at New Karu, ...
Phylogenetic diversity and susceptibility of Candida species from women using contraceptive devices in northcentral Nigeria

Adogo, L.Y; Chuku, A; Joseph, N.F; Ombugadu, A; Reuben, R.C; Ajide, B (African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology., 2024)

Background: The use of contraceptive devices predisposes women to vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) globally. Despite the high incidence of VVC and antifungal resistance to azoles, the genetic diversity and resistance ...
Prevalence and Antibiotic Resistance of Escherichia coli O157: H7 Serotype from Chicken Droppings Produced by Free - Ranged and Poultry Birds in Cross River, Nigeria

Nfongeh, J.F; Owoseni, M.C; Adogo, L.Y; Upla, P.U; Ekpiken, S.E; Uchenwa, M.O (Science publishing Group, 2018)

This study investigated the prevalence of Escherichia coli O157:H7 from chicken droppings produced by free ranged and poultry birds at different locations within Cross River State, Nigeria and their susceptibility to ...
Assessment of Escherichia coli O157:H7 Contamination in Soil and Water Sources Proximal to Abattoirs Within Cross River State, Nigeria

Nfongeh, J.F; Owoseni, M.C; Adogo, L.Y; Upla, P.U; Ekpiken, S.E (Science publishing Group, 2018)

Abattoir activities generate numerous waste and microorganisms that have polluting effects on its environment and consequently could have negative impact on the health of its surrounding residents. This study assessed ...
Prevalence, Sensitivity and Specificity of Microscopy and Rapid Diagnostic Test in Malaria Diagnosis among Pregnant Women attending Antenatal Clinic in Some Parts of Nasarawa State and Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria

Anyanwu, N.C.J; Mokoshe, N.W; Adogo, L.Y (International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 2017)

Malaria during pregnancy is a major health problem in endemic countries with clinical consequences including death of both mother and child. In Nigeria, statistics shows that as many as 300,000 lives especially those ...
Serological Screening for Malaria and Typhoid Fever in Febrile Patients Attending National Hospital, Abuja

Ajide, B; Ojegbile, K; Adogo, L; Alexander, P (International Journal of Innovative Science, Engineering & Technology, 2016)

A total of 300 blood samples were collected from patients for widal test into plain tubes and allowed to coagulate to get the serum. Blood samples for malaria investigation were collected in EDTA tubes, thick blood films ...
The Prevalence of Typhoid Fever in Bingham University

ABIOYE, Joshua O. K.; ADOGO, Lillian Y. (GSC Biological and Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2017)

Typhoid fever remains a major cause of enteric disease and a significant public health problem. The disease is said to be very prevalent in the developing countries, of which Nigeria is one. The aim of this study is to ...

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