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Academic Journals accelerates the dissemination of knowledge through the publication of high quality research articles using the open access model.
Academic Journals accelerates the dissemination of knowledge through the publication of high quality research articles using the open access model.
Effect of multimedia technology on academic performance of undergraduates in selected universities in Lagos State, Nigeria
January-March 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
Multimedia technology (MMT) is a crucial educational tool that equips graduates to succeed in a knowledge society. This study investigates the relationship between MMT and the academic performance of undergraduates at selected universities in Lagos State, focusing on 236 students from the ‘New Communication...
Documenting poaching and the vanguards of environment: A discursive study on Indian OTT docuseries, “Poacher”
January-March 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
Ivory poaching was believed to be contained in India following stringent law and policy enforcement in the 1990s. This proved to be false when a poaching ring was uncovered in 2015, revealing an extensive, shadowy nexus of poachers, traders, high-end art dealers, and collectors spread across the country, making it the...
Chloroform and ethyl acetate extracts of Hedysarum alpinum L. mitigate the ketamine-induced behavioral dysfunction and oxidative stress in schizophrenia-like animals
March, 2025 - Vol 19 Num. 3
The effects of chloroform and ethyl acetate extracts of Hedysarum alpinum L. were investigated through a ketamine-induced schizophrenia-like rat model. The quantitation of the total triterpene saponin content of extracts was determined by using oleanolic acid as standard. The ethyl acetate extract had a total triterpene...
Use of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae meal in aquaponics system for African catfish (Clarias gariepinus) production
January-June 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
Aquaponics is an important technique that entirely depends on fish feed, which is expensive and accounts for up to 60% of total variable costs. Black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) meal is one alternative to fishmeal in aquaponics systems. To promote the use of sustainable alternative aquaculture feed instead of fish meal,...
Exploring the influence of calcium sources (calcium ammonium nitrate [CAN] and lime) on groundnut (Arachis hypogaea L.) growth and yield in Rwanda
March, 2025 - Vol 21 Num. 3
An experiment was conducted in Huye district, Southern Province of Rwanda, during the 2023-2024 seasons, using a randomized complete block design with seven treatments replicated three times. The study aimed to investigate the impact of different calcium sources on the growth and yield components of groundnut (Arachis...
Screening for host plant resistance to fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) in selected sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) breeding lines using detached leaf assay in Kenya
March, 2025 - Vol 21 Num. 3
Fall armyworm (FAW) causes significant damage in sorghum globally. Sixteen Sorghum genotypes were evaluated for resistance to FAW using a detached leaf bioassay in the laboratory at Egerton University and the greenhouse at Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization, Njoro, in 2020. The experiment was laid out...
Effects of cow dung and palm nut fiber ash on growth, yield, and nutritional quality of eggplant varieties in sandy clay soil
March, 2025 - Vol 21 Num. 3
The progressive decline of soil nutrients due to land degradation and poor agricultural practices has a negative impact on crop production. Organic fertilizers are used in sustainable agriculture as eco-friendly and relevant agroparameters, as well as nutrients content for crops. In this study, morpho-physiological...
Molecular prevalence and risk factors of plasmodial infection among parturients in Abengourou, Ivory Coast
January-June 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
This study aimed to determine the molecular prevalence and risk factors of plasmodial infection in parturients in Abengourou. This cross-sectional study included pregnant women who were presented for delivery at the maternity ward in Abengourou. Plasmodial DNA was extracted from venous blood, placental, and cord samples,...
Knowledge and perceptions of Nigerian healthcare professionals on the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning in healthcare
March 2025 - Vol 7 Num. 1
Artificial Intelligence (AI) 's role in healthcare has evolved significantly, transitioning from theoretical research to practical applications that affect various aspects of the healthcare system. The study aims to determine the level of knowledge and perceptions on the adoption of AI and machine learning in...
Unveiling gender disparities and State dynamics in HIV viral suppression: Insights from Southern Nigeria
January-June 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
This study aimed to elucidate gender disparities and state dynamics in HIV viral suppression within the context of Southern Nigeria, as part of the USAID-funded project "Accelerating Control of the HIV/AIDS Epidemic in Nigeria, Cluster 6" (ACE 6). The study employed an ex post facto research design and used...
CD4 T-Lymphocytes, adherence and sociodemographic factors associated with viral load outcome of people living with HIV (PLHIV) on antiretroviral therapy in Lagos State, Nigeria
January-June 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
Globally, a significant number of people were living with HIV in 2022, with a substantial proportion receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART). Despite these advancements, HIV continues to pose a serious challenge to global health. Against this backdrop, this study evaluated CD4 T-lymphocytes, adherence, and sociodemographic...
Impact of off-farm participation on cereal productivity: Evidence from smallholders’ farmers in the central part of Ethiopia
January-March 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
The agriculture sector is the most important segment in the Ethiopian economy. This is because of its contribution to the national GDP (38.8%), where crops account for 27.4%, and it employs 73% of the total population. Despite efforts made to transform Ethiopian agriculture from subsistence to commercial-oriented...
Assessment of post adverse drug reactions outcome among people living with HIV/AIDS at level 3 health facilities in Nairobi County
January-June 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
The use of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHIV) has led to the occurrence of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), which are defined by the WHO as any unintended or excessive response to a drug. ADRs are influenced by both the impact of the disease on the immune system and the safety profile of...
Characteristics of antibiotic resistance of Escherichia coli strains in people suffering from gastroenteritis in the Republic of Guinea
February 2025 - Vol 19 Num. 2
This study aims to assess the spectrum of antibiotic resistance and to determine the antibiotic resistance genes of Escherichia coli strains isolated from patients suffering from diarrhea. It was carried out from 2019 to 2022, alternating between in-patients at Kindia Regional Hospital. A coproculture was performed,...
Mutual effects of black soldier fly larvae (Hermetia illucens) meal and intermittent lighting on the growth performance of broiler chicken
January-March 2025 - Vol 16 Num. 1
This study aimed to evaluate the mutual effects of Black Soldier Fly Larvae Meal (BSFLM) and intermittent lighting on the growth performance of broiler chickens. A total of 240 day-old chicks were randomly distributed into a 4 × 4 completely randomized design (CRD) factorial. Factor A consisted of four dietary...
Antimicrobial and anti-biofilm potential of natural sanitizer based on honey and neem
February 2025 - Vol 19 Num. 2
Studies have shown that natural compounds such as bee honey and indian neem oil (Azadirachta indica) promote important antimicrobial activity in different contexts. However, research investigating the sanitizing power of these compounds, alone or in combination, in establishments producing and processing animal products...
Analysing the researches on soft skills in Turkey
February 2025 - Vol 20 Num. 2
This study aims to examine research on soft skills in Turkey. Soft skills complement technical skills and encompass personal and interpersonal knowledge and skills, such as communication, leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethics. Theoretical information and research literature on hard and soft...
Plant species composition, richness and diversity in different agroforestry practices of Moshi rural district, Northern Tanzania
January-March 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
Agroforestry practices (AFPs) have the potential to improve species composition and the ecological integrity of various landscapes. However, site-specific studies on the role of AFPs in enhancing plant species composition, richness, and diversity are scarce. This study aimed to determine variations in useful plant species...
Response of non-timber forest products (Garcinia Kola and Piper guineense) seedlings to NPK and urea fertilizers
January-March 2025 - Vol 17 Num. 1
This study describes the effect of inorganic fertilizers (Urea and NPK 20:10:10) on Garcinia kola and Piper guineense seedlings in nursery for 28 weeks. The experiment involved 16 treatments, six replicates and 96 seedlings per species. Growth characters were assessed fortnightly. Fertilizer treatments significantly...
Impacts of climate change on water resources in the N'zi watershed in Côte d'Ivoire
February 2025 - Vol 19 Num. 2
For several decades, the N'zi region has been experiencing increasing climatic disturbances, characterized by decreasing rainfall, increasing droughts, and growing anthropogenic pressures such as urbanization and land-use changes. This study aims to analyze the impacts of climate change on water resources in the...
