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Academic Journals accelerates the dissemination of knowledge through the publication of high quality research articles using the open access model.
Induction of flowering in cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz) using plant growth regulators, pruning and extended photoperiod through night-breaks
December, 2024 - Vol 23 Num. 12
Cassava is a food security crop in Kenya, whose production is hampered by cassava brown streak disease (CBSD) and cassava mosaic disease (CMD). These challenges require urgent resistance breeding. Crossing of varieties in cassava is disadvantaged by poor and asynchronous flowering. This study aimed to induce and enhance...
Stakeholders’ participation and management of highland water resource under the National Water Policy in Bududa, Uganda
October-December, 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 4
The study aimed to establish the relationship between stakeholder participation and the management of highland water resources in Bududa District, Eastern Uganda. It was guided by the following objectives: 1) to establish the relationship between stakeholder participation in planning and the management of highland water...
Opportunities and best practices for dryland agriculture in Ethiopia, as coping mechanisms for vulnerabilities: A review
December 2024 - Vol 20 Num. 12
Agriculture continues to be a strategic sector in the development of most low-income nations. Despite extreme climate conditions, agriculture plays a major role in the development of the economy, the eradication of poverty, sustainable growth, and the modernization of society in Sub-Saharan Africa. About 75% of...
Evaluation of elemental composition and structural analyses of liquid organic fertilizers from rabbit wastes under different feeding regimes
December 2024 - Vol 20 Num. 12
This study aimed at evaluating the elemental composition and structural analysis of liquid organic fertilizers (LOF) produced from rabbit urine and feces under different feeding regimes: forage only, concentrate only, and forage plus concentrate. The rabbit waste was subjected to a three-week fermentation process. The...
Assessment and correlation of adiponectin level as a monitoring marker in type 2 diabetes in Benin City: A case-control study
December 2024 - Vol 6 Num. 3
Diabetes mellitus, a chronic metabolic condition that can lead to retinopathy, neuropathy, and nephropathy, causes hyperglycemia due to reduced insulin action and secretion. This study investigated the use of adiponectin, insulin, HbA1c, and homeostatic model assessment for insulin resistance (HOMA-IR) as monitoring and...
Impact of imports of capital goods on economic growth in Ivory Coast
December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 2
One of the challenges facing Ivory Coast is the transformation of its agricultural production. This transformation involves the importation of capital goods. The study analyzed the influence of capital goods imports on the economic growth of Ivory Coast. Initially, a thorough literature review was conducted. Following...
In vivo and ex vivo antihyperglycemic activity of the hydroethanolic extract of Cassia sieberiana DC roots
October-December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 2
Cassia sieberiana DC, a plant from the Fabaceae family, is traditionally used by inhabitants of southern Togo to treat diabetes mellitus. This study aimed to investigate the antihyperglycemic activity of the hydroethanolic extract of C. sieberiana roots. The extract was tested on blood glucose levels in fasting and orally...
Optimizing strategic procurement processes for enhanced budget efficiency
October-December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 4
Strategic procurement operations involve managing an organization's current and future purchasing requirements, assessing the market's health, and creating proactive strategies to acquire goods and services to meet corporate goals. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between budgeting and strategic...
Optimizing oil field productivity using integrated system modelling: A comprehensive approach for identifying and maximizing oil production in a Niger Delta field
July-December, 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 2
This paper examines the development and application of an Integrated Production System Modelling (IPSM) approach to identify bottlenecks and optimize production in an oil-producing asset in the Niger Delta. IPSM integrates reservoir, well, and surface network models using software tools like MBAL, PROSPER, and GAP....
Development of in vitro protocol for large-scale clonal propagation of Capparis erythrocarpos for the herbal medicine industry and conservation
November, 2024 - Vol 18 Num. 10
The increased use of Capparis erythrocarpos for treating rheumatoid arthritis and as an appetite stimulant has necessitated the establishment of efficient in vitro propagation protocols for large-scale production of seedlings to ensure its sustainable use in the herbal medicine industry and conservation of the species. In...
Detection of carbapenemase-producing strains of Gram-negative bacilli in University Hospital of Angre in 2021
November 2024 - Vol 18 Num. 10
The spread of carbapenemase-producing Gram-negative bacilli (GNB) poses a significant threat to public health. In Africa, data on carbapenem-resistant bacteria are poorly defined. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of carbapenemase genes among GNB isolated from patient samples at Angre University Hospital. A...
Practice of prophylactic antibiotic use in elective orthopedic procedures at a national teaching and referral hospital in Kenya
November 2024 - Vol 18 Num. 10
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommendations, antibiotic prophylaxis should only be used when necessary. The judicious use of prophylactic antibiotics, following evidence-based guidelines, leads to optimal outcomes, including reduced infection rates and the prevention of antimicrobial...
Participatory variety selection of rust-resistant improved bread wheat varieties in East Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia
July-December 2024 - Vol 15 Num. 1
Wheat is one of the major cereal crops produced at different agroecologies of the East Gojjam Zone of the Amhara region. However, access to improved bread wheat varieties is minimal. Due to this and other factors, the area's potential for wheat crops is not exploited. So, developing and promoting technologies that...
Utilising the hierarchical hazard control model to reveal respiratory challenges faced by quarry and allied workers in Erongo, Otjozondjupa and Kunene regions, Namibia: A cross-sectional, quantitative study
November 2024 - Vol 18 Num. 11
The study examines respiratory protection practices among quarry and allied workers in Namibia, amidst rising concerns over occupational respiratory disorders due to prolonged exposure to respirable dust. Utilising a quantitative cross-sectional design, data were collected from 304 workers across Erongo, Otjozondjupa, and...
Late diagnosed acquire tracheoesophageal fistula in adult treated by surgery: Case report
November 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 6
Tracheoesophageal fistula is an abnormal communication between the trachea and the esophagus. It can be congenital or acquired, with acquired causes being more common in adults. Among these, malignant fistulas are more prevalent than benign ones. Tracheoesophageal fistulas often arise as complications of tracheotomy or...
Medical and surgical management of tracheal pathologies in Senegal
November 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 6
The objectives of this study were to report cases of tracheal pathologies at the Centre Hospitalier National Universitaire de Fann (CHNU) in Dakar, specify the therapeutic aspects, and compare the observations with data from the literature. This was a single-center, descriptive study focusing on 12 patients over the...
An ecophysiological study of the fern Onoclea sensibilis growing in three environmental locations varying in incident light intensity
October-December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 4
Onoclea sensibilis L. plants growing in three locations with varying light intensities (dense shade, partial shade, and open sun) at a temperate site in Palisades, New York, were studied to assess net photosynthesis rate, dark respiration rate, leaf micromorphology, and leaf fluorescence in relation to these light...
Density, abundance and spatial distribution niche overlap of large and medium-sized mammal populations in the Lomako-Yokokala Faunal Reserve, Congo
October-December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 4
Understanding the dynamics of large and medium-sized mammal populations is crucial for effective conservation and management strategies. This study conducted a wildlife inventory in the Lomako-Yokokala Faunal Reserve (RFLY), focusing on signs of activity from 34 species of large and medium-sized mammals. The findings...
Rethinking conservation: Social injustices and the case for convivial conservation in Ghana’s Kyabobo National Park
October-December 2024 - Vol 16 Num. 4
Conserving biodiversity for the benefit of present and future generations has driven global efforts toward the establishment of protected areas. However, balancing conservation goals with the need to sustain the livelihoods of local communities remains a significant challenge for protected area managers. The management of...
Foliar fungal diseases of banana in the central region of Burkina Faso: Characterisation of pathogens
November 2024 - Vol 18 Num. 8
Banana plantations in Burkina Faso are confronted with climatic hazards and parasitic attacks resulting in a considerable yield drop. Unfortunately, few studies have been devoted to banana leaf diseases. This study was initiated to characterize the major foliar fungal pathogens that hinder the development of this crop in...
