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Host Invasion to Immune Evasion: Emerging Concepts in Pathogen Virulence Strategies
Abstract: The interaction between hosts and pathogens represents a continuous evolutionary struggle, shaping both microbial virulence and host immunity. Pathogens employ diverse strategies to evade immune surveillance, ranging from antigenic variation and molecular mimicry to hijacking of host immune checkpoints. Simultaneously, hosts refine innate and adaptive immune mechanisms to counteract infection and limit damage. This reciprocal adaptation, known as host–pathogen coevolution, influences pathogen persistence, transmission, and fitness, while also sculpting immune …
Published in International Journal of Pathogens · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Assessment of Water Quality along River Ethiope, Delta State
Abstract: The environment, economic growth, and human health all depend on the quantity and quality of water supplies. Given this, the significance of water quality monitoring cannot be overstated.This study was aimed at assessing the water quality of River Ethiope. To achieve this, surface water samples were collected from Ethiope River along its banks at the following towns; Umuaja (SWI), Ebedie (SW2), Abraka (SW3), Sapele (SW4) and Ughara (SW5) axis during …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 8–16 Read article
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Extraction of Essential Oil and Anti-bacterial Activity Determination of Cassia tora Seed on some Selected Microorganisms (Staphylococcus aureus, Trichophyton rubrum and Streptococcus species)
Abstract: Essential oils have been used for extensive applications of variety of wellness throughout documented history. With massive advancement in science, essential oils today have undergone numerous refining methods to give an improved effect. The aim of this study was to extract and investigate the functional properties of Cassia tora seed oil through analytical profiling using gas chromatography. In the gas chromatographic analysis two chromatographic conditions used were the same except …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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Formation of Anolyte and Catholyte Types of Water during electrolysis and their Effect on Living Organisms
Abstract: During electrolysis, an anolyte (dead water) and catholyte (living water) solutions are formed. Anolyte promotes metabolic processes, and is also mild antiseptic. The disinfecting effect of the anolyte is equivalent to treatment with iodine, brilliant green, hydrogen peroxide, without causing chemical burns of living tissues and not staining them. The living water, being a catholyte, has enhanced bio stimulating properties. It has a beneficial effect on the human organism, enhancing …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 34–40 Read article
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Formulation And Evaluation of Herbal Handwash
Abstract: An herbal hand wash was created utilizing extracts from the neem, hibiscus, and reetha plants. The produced herbal hand wash was tested for antibiotic sensitivity against skin infections using Disc. Comparison between the diffusion method and outcomes and the antiseptic soap that goes for commercially. The main sites of infection are the hands. Microbiological infections have become a serious problem for both workers and children. Hand washing is very important …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Herbal Science · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Review on Effect of the Chemical Composition of some Pharmaceutical Vaccines and their Biochemical Efficacy with Chemical Techniques
Abstract: Chemical compounds are fundamental components in the formulation of medicines and vaccines, playing a critical role in ensuring their safety, stability, and effectiveness. Vaccines contain a combination of active and inactive ingredients, including weakened or inactivated viruses or bacteria, toxins, preservatives, stabilizers, adjuvants, antibiotics, and minerals. The active ingredient is an antigen, which stimulates the body's immune system to recognize and defend against specific infectious diseases. Adjuvants, such as aluminum …
Published in International Journal of Photochemistry and Photochemical Research · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 01–09 Read article
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Effect of Particle Size Mix Ratio of Clay and Agro-Based Material for AGO and PMS Treatment on Microbial Growth
Abstract: The characteristics of possible microbes isolated and identified on adsorption process involving AGO and PMS as contaminants in fresh water medium was monitored using agro – based materials. The formulated adsorbent is made of clay with ago-based materials of Banana Ogoni Red (BOR) Banana Native (BN), Plantain Agbagba 1 (PA1), and Plantain Ogoni Red (POR). The particle size mixed ratio of clay to the various agro-based materials were 150𝜇𝑚 R5:5, …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 05–14 Read article
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Milk Pasteurization Process by using Vortex Tube
Abstract: Milk has been a part of our life for many years it’s very essential to pasteurize the raw milk to destroy the unwanted microorganisms from the raw milk. Pasteurization is the process in which milk is boiled up to a certain temperature and cool it down at a certain temperature due to the sudden rise in temperature the Bacteria is removed from the milk. A plate heat exchanger is used …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 44–49 Read article
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Medicinal Plants: An Alternative Source for Antimicrobials Against Emerging Pathogens
Abstract: The Tagetes erecta an extensively used medicinal plant is a small shrub, which grows up to 1–2 mm. The present study was aimed to investigate the antibacterial activity of this common locally available plant. Antimicrobial activity of three confined densities of crude extracts (cold aqueous, hot aqueous and methanol extracts) of medicinal plant Tagetes erecta leaves and flowers was evaluated by disk diffusion method against seven different pathogenic species of …
Published in OmniScience: A Multi-disciplinary Journal · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 12–20 Read article
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In vitro Combination Studies of Antibiotics against Bacterial Pathogens
Abstract: Antibiotic-resistant microorganisms are emerging worldwide and causing serious complications. As these microorganisms are resistant to most of the contemporary antibiotics, their control is becoming as a global health concern. Therefore, there is a need for new alternative compounds or strategies that are effective against these microbial infections and in preventing or delaying their resistance. This study was carried out to test Rifampicin as an adjuvant therapeutic agent in the treatment …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2012 · pp. 27–38 Read article
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Facile Synthesis of Highly Uniform Selenium Nanoparticles with Antibacterial Activity on Bacillus subtilis
Abstract: In the light of diverse applications of Selenium nanoparticles in biomedical applications, a facile procedure has been developed to synthesize highly stable and monodisperse nanoparticles with Polysorbate 20 at room temperature. Transmission electron microscopy analysis revealed that the Selenium nanoparticles (Se NPs) were spherical in shape with uniform size of 43 nm. The antibacterial activity of Se NPs was investigated against Bacillus subtilis as a model gram-positive bacteria which showed …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 26–31 Read article
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Isolation and Screening of Some Protease Producing Bacteria to Treat Paper and Pulp Effluent
Abstract: Industrial pollution is one of the most alarming threats to the environment and paper and pulp mill is one of the prime contributors to it. Paper and pulp mill effluent affects biotic and abiotic components of the environment. Different methods are being employed for the treatment, but the biological method is found to be more efficient in terms of colour removal and for reduction in the value of BOD, COD, …
Published in Research and Reviews : A Journal of Life Sciences · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Antivirulence Therapy- A Promising Alternative Technique for Antibiotic Resistance
Abstract: Antibiotic resistance is increasing at an alarming rate. Over the years there has been a steep rise in number of antibiotic resistant bacteria. This in turn has led to a dip in overall efficacy of a wide range of antibiotics. The last new class of antibiotics was introduced in 2003, but after that there has not been any significant discovery in this area. To overcome this problem of antibiotic resistance …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Bioinformatics · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–14 Read article
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Invitro Evaluation of a Herbal Soap Formulation as an Antifungal Agent
Abstract: During the past few decades, there is a rise in the resistance of bacterial and fungal pathogens. In this accord, lot of research is being carried out and many studies are focused on the use of plant extracts as fungicides. There is archaeological evidence that the betel leaves have been chewed since very ancient times, for its activity towards bacteria and fungi. Hydroxychavicol, a phenolic substance isolated as an aqueous …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Pharmacology · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2011 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Prevalence of Bacterial Colonisation in Patients Undergoing Hemodialysis: Experience from a Tertiary Care Centre
Abstract: Routine surveillance of patients on hemodialysis is necessary to prevent and control skin colonization and staphylococcal infections. To assess the prevalence of bacterial colonization on various skin sites in patients undergoing hemodialysis. A cross-sectional study was conducted on adult patients at a tertiary care center of North India. Study was conducted from July 2016 to September 2016 on adult patients with newly diagnosed end stage renal disease (ESRD) on maintenance …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Isolation, Purification, and Identification of Antibiotic-Resistant Bacterial Strain from Food Stuffs
Abstract: The widespread presence of bacteria in foodstuffs poses significant trouble to health and food safety. Pathogens in consumable products increases the transmission of resistance genes to human, potentially compromising the efficacy of conventional antibiotics. This study aims to isolate, purify, and identify antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains from food items, meals, and vegetables. The investigation employed selective culture techniques, antibiotic susceptibility assays, and molecular identification methods to detect and characterize resistant strains. …
Published in Recent Trends in Infectious Diseases · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–45 Read article
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Antibiofilm Activity of Thermal Evaporated Tin Oxide Thin Film
Abstract: Biofilm is the deposition of microorganisms and their products on a solid surface submerged in water, which is prevalent problem, responsible for the degradation of the surface over the time. Elimination of microorganisms from submerged solid surface is enormously important process to reduce degradation of that surface. Recently, Tin Oxide (SnO2) nanoparticles have attracted the attention of researchers for its antibacterial property due to hydrophobic and non-toxic nature. Thin films …
Published in Nano Trends – A Journal of Nano Technology & Its Applications · Vol. 17, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Novel Modified Chitosan/Clay Nanocomposites with Antimicrobial Activity
Abstract: Unmodified sodium montmorillonite (Na-MMT) and montmorillonite modified by poly(methylmethacrylate) (PMMA) were used to intercalate chitosan (CS) and chitosan blended with polytertahydrofuran (CS-PTHF750). Their structures were characterized by XRD, TEM and IR techniques. The results showed that CS and CS-PTHF750 chains were inserted into silicate layers. The interlayer distance of the layered silicates in the nanocomposites enlarged as the amount of polymer increased. The thermal stability of the nanocomposites is characterized …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–18 Read article
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Transgenic or Genetically Modified Farm Animals and their Applications: A Review
Abstract: Abstract Transgenic are genetically modified organisms having DNA from different source introduced into their genome. Genetic alteration of livestock species is advantageous to human health as important pharmaceutical proteins can be produced in economic and efficient ways. Transgenic animals like mice, rat and hamster etc. are also used to study human diseases. Transgenic livestock species comprised of different kinds of animals are modified with the purpose of improving economically important …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 25–34 Read article
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Potable Water Quality Analysis of Akbarpura, KPK, Pakistan
Abstract: In Pakistan, supply of safe drinking water of international standard is very limited. Only around 30% population has access to piped drinking water, which has rarely been completely tested for health safety. About 70% population is drinking water of unknown quality. The only testing comes through human consumption and getting sick. This study is designed to investigate the water quality problems of Akbarpura, Khyber Pukhtunkhwa. Samples were collected from the …
Published in Recent Trends in Civil Engineering & Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 19–27 Read article