EZEGBE Clement Chinedum, UBAKA Izunna Tochukwu*, CHINWEUBA Precious Chinecherem, GEORGE Israel Chukwunonso & EMEJULU Cynthia Onyeka IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 35-43 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.21114556 This study determined the functional, proximate and anti-nutrient content of fermented groundnut hull flour. 1kg Read More …
Category: IKR Journal of Agriculture and Biosciences (IKRJAB)
Characterization of the Catalase Gene in Aspergillus salvadorensis and its Role in Oxidative Stress
Dr. Antonio Vásquez Hidalgo, PhD* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 27-34 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20358292 In this study, a genomic sequence of approximately 1,980 base pairs obtained by next-generation Illumina sequencing was analyzed of the Aspergillus salvadorensis, with the aim of Read More …
Experimental Evaluation of the Effects of Selected Leaf Extracts on the Lipid Profile of Wistar Rats
IBEZUTE Albert Chukwuemeka*, OBIRE Okiemute Precious & OMAJAJAH Ejiroghene IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 19-26 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20330654 Dyslipidaemia is a major modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease; and plant-derived bioactive compounds are increasingly investigated for lipid management. This study Read More …
Genomic Molecular Characterization of Polymer-Degrading Enzymes in Aspergillus salvadorensis from Tropical Ecosystems (2025-2026)
Dr. Antonio Vásquez Hidalgo, PhD* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 6-18 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20103625 The research presents the finding and functional validation of an enzyme system with hydrolytic capacity within the genome of a native strain identified as Aspergillus salvadorensis, Read More …
Acute Toxicity of Paraquat Herbicide (Dichloride) on Survival and Behaviors of African Catfish (Clarias gariepinus Burchell,1822) Juveniles
Kefas, M.*, Gaude, J. J., Adukonu, J. D. & Ezekiel, B. IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 1-5 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.20056617 This study assessed the 96-hours acute toxicity of paraquat herbicide on juvenile African catfish (Clarias gariepinus). A static bioassay was Read More …
Immunoinformatic-Genomic Analysis of the ORF69 Protein Located in the Capsule of Aspergillus salvadorensis for the Design of Vaccines, University of El Salvador (2025-2026)
Dr. Antonio Vásquez Hidalgo, PhD* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 100-113 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19894277 Bioinformatic scrutiny of the genome of Aspergillus salvadorensis has led to the discovery of ORF69, a sequence that stands out for its strategic potential in the Read More …
Hydrolytic Enzymes in the DNA-Seq Illumina Genome of Aspergillus salvadorensis in the Degradation of Complex Polymers in Tropical Ecosystems (2024-2025)
Dr. Antonio Vásquez Hidalgo, PhD* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 86-99 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19892443 Bioinformatic analysis of the genome of Aspergillus salvadorensis allowed the identification of an extracellular hydrolase with an unusual structural organization. Unlike typical enzymes, this protein has Read More …
Functional and Metabolic Characterization of the Genome of Aspergillus salvadorensis Based on the Distribution of COG Categories (2026)
Dr. Antonio Vásquez Hidalgo, PhD* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 77-85 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19888306 From the term EggNOG summary: Orthology Frequency within COG (Clusters of Orthologous Groups) Categories. The functional and metabolic characterization of the genome of Aspergillus salvadorensis by Read More …
The Importance of Microbial Activities in the Soil
Ekwunife, Moses Amara* IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 67-76 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19684724 Soil microorganisms are indispensable drivers of terrestrial ecosystem functioning, yet comprehensive critical reviews that integrate recent advances in microbial ecology with agricultural sustainability remain limited. This critical review Read More …
Effect of Pig Dung (Organic Manure) Application to Crude Oil Polluted Soil on Maize (Zea mays) Growth and Soil Properties
Ekwunife M. A.* & Ogboghodo, I. A. IKR J. Agric. Biosci. | Page: 52-68 DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.19606072 The pot experiment was conducted in the Soil Science Departmental Screen-house in the Faculty of Agriculture Teaching and Research Farm, University of Benin, Benin Read More …
