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This study was aimed at characterizing and determining the technological potentials of lactic acid bacteria isolated from fermented tiger nut milk. The result of the studies showed that...
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This study examined the quality of yoghurts sold in Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike using coliform as indicator of quality. Five different brands of yoghurt were bought...
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The enumeration of Lactic Acid Bacteria (LAB) from fermented African Oil Bean (Pentaclethra macrophylla Benth) Seeds for niacin and pantothenic acid production was studied. Locally...
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Different samples of fruits were analyzed for the presence of Lactic acid bacteria species with proteolytic activity. 13 isolates were recovered and identified as Lactobacillus casei,...
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Air-conditioners are temperature cooling equipment used in modifying air temperature of homes, offices, and industries for various reasons. Nevertheless, such artificial environment may be...
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The microbial quality of ugba a special oil bean seed recipe was investigated. A total of nine (9) samples were purchased from three markets (three from each market). The samples were...
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Salad vegetables are consumed without any heat treatment, sometimes without washing or peeling. Salad vegetables also promote good health but harbor a wide range of microbial contaminants....
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This study was carried out to know the positive interaction of microorganisms in fermented ogi. Ogi fermentation is a two staged process involving the successional activities of a diverse...
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Antifungal activities of Lactobacillus plantarum against some selected fungal pathogens were studied. Lactobacillus plantarum was isolated from decaying tomato fruit while the fungal...
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This project work was conducted to isolate and identify the microbial contaminants on barbering clipper blades in Umudike and its environs. Twenty Samples were collected from 10 different...
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An investigation of the microbial profile of two concrete fish ponds stocked with catfish in Michael Okpara University of Agriculture was carried out. The Total bacterial count ranged from...
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This study evaluated the isolation and characterization of indigenous microorganisms from waste dump sites in Umuahia metropolis. Ten (10) waste samples were collected from five (5)...
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Roof-harvested rain water (RHRW) has been considered as an effective alternative source of water for domestic use, as public source of water are not always available and consistent....
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This study evaluated microbiologically, the quality of selected locally made creams (Shea Butter, Vaseline, Stella Pomade, Pears cream, Carotone, Tony Montanna, Coconut Oil, Palm fruit Oil...
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The antimicrobial activities of Costus afer and Dialium guineense extracts were tested against Staphylococcus aureus¸ Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli...
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Title page i
Certification ii
Dedication iii
Acknowledgement iv
Abstract v
Table of Contents vi
List of Tables vii
CHAPTER ONE
1.1 Introduction 1
1.2 Objectives of the Study 2
1.2.1 ...
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This work was carried out to ascertain the prevalence of Asymptomatic Urinary Tract Infection amongst students of Michael Okpara University Of Agriculture, Umudike and the sensitivity...
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The microbial quality of leaf and polythene wrapped ugba samples obtained from Umuahia was compared in this study. Ten (10) samples; Six (6) wrapped in fresh leaves labelled LW 1-6 and four...
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Bioconversion of waste materials into useful products is very topical not only to protect natural resources, but also to limit environmental pollution. In this study, waste paper was...
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Soil samples were collected from different location within Ubakala Abattoir, Umuahia and serially diluted followed by pour plate technique to screen for antibiotic producing colonies. The...
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Staphylococcus aureus has been identified as a risk factor for community acquired and nosocomial infections. It is a common inhabitant of the skin and mucus membrane. Children with nasal...
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Resistance of microorganisms to antibiotics is a serious global problem. The aim of this study was to investigate the antimicrobial activity of Cajanus cajan and Aspilia africana leaf...
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Fermentation of sugar derived from enzymatic hydrolysis of inexpensive wood particles and sawdust (waste) is an economical and efficient method for bioethanol production. Sawdust and wood...
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Fifty (50) stool samples and corresponding venous blood specimens were collected from patients who presented for widal test diagnosis of typhoid fever in five Hospitals or Clinics in...
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The purpose of the study is to assess the microbial quality as well as the effectiveness of seven brands of toothpaste marketed in Ubani in Umuahia, Abia State for reducing oral...