Parasitological surveys before, and ten years after village-scale malaria vector control operations in Angola

Introduction Malaria is transmitted throughout Angola. 100 percent of the population (# 40 million) is at risk of the disease. Malaria remains a primary health burden in the country and…

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Developmental Implications of USAID Funding Suspension in Northeastern and North Central Nigeria: An Analysis of Conflict-Related Deaths (2021–2025)

Introduction Global security challenges are evolving in scope, complexity, and consequences, thus creating humanitarian crises that transcend borders and affect vulnerable populations across Continents, Regional, Sub-Regional and National lines. Its…

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Differential Effect of Fresh and Dried Jatropha tanjorensis Leaves on Dichlorvos- Induced Renal Injury

1. Introduction The increasing use of synthetic pesticides in agriculture and domestic pest control has raised serious public health and environmental concerns. Among these chemicals, dichlorvos (2,2- dichlorovinyl dimethyl phosphate;…

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Extraction and Utilization of Colorants From Tea Leaf Fibre in The Formulation of Shelf-Stable Local Beverages

INTRODUCTION Tea (Camellia sinensis) leaves yield extracts rich in polyphenols (10-13%) and caffeine (2-4%) [9; 34], known for strong antioxidant properties and diverse human health benefits [13]. The specific chemical…

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Effects of Jatropha Tanjorensis Leaf Meal on the Growth Performance and Physicochemical Parameters of Clarias Gariepinus

1.0.      Introduction The Nigerian aquaculture industry has existed for approximately fifty years, yet the country still struggles to meet domestic fish production needs. Ita et al. [2], reported that…

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Green Synthesis and Characterization of Copper Nano Composites of Palm fronds for the Removal of Pb(II) ion from Aqueous Solution

Introduction Environmental pollution by heavy metals and organics have been a threat to the environment and of public concern [1]. Overwhelming industrialization and civilization have tremendously increased the concentrations of…

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Phytochemical Profiling and Characterization of Bioactive Compounds from Mambila Highland Tea Leaf Fibres

1. Introduction Tea, derived from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, is one of the most widely consumed beverages globally and is commonly known by names like Chaye and Cha. The plant…

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Water Quality Index and Bacteriological Assessment of Selected Sources of Drinking Water in Owerri Metropolis, Imo State, Nigeria

1.1.      INTRODUCTION    Water is not only essential for sustaining life but also plays a crucial role in human health. Access to safe drinking water is fundamental to preventing waterborne diseases…

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Evaluation of the sensitivity of a rapid diagnostic test (RDT) detectinganti-Trypanosoma brucei gambiense antibodies to the polymerasechain reaction (PCR) test in animals from outbreaks of human Africantrypanosomiasis in Chad

INTRODUCTION Human African trypanosomiasis (HAT), also known as sleeping sickness, is a neglected tropical disease that mainly affects rural populations in sub-Saharan African countries [1]. Transmitted by an arthropod vector…

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Nutritional Analysis of Modified and Unmodified Resistant Starches of African Yam Beans and Pearl Millet and their Sensory Properties

1. Introduction The global food system is currently experiencing rapid changes driven by population growth, evolving dietary habits, and greater recognition   wellbeing [1]. These changes have emphasized the need to…

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