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The new jumping plant-louse especies: Diaphorina dangoensis sp. nov. (Hemiptera, Psyllidae) associated with Strychnos spinosa (Loganiaceae) in Cameroon
Diaphorina is a species-rich genus, native to the tropics and subtropics of the Old World, particularly of more arid regions including Cameroon. The aim of this study was to describe a new species of Diaphorina genus associated to traditional medicinal plant in Africa, Strychnos spinosa (Loganiaceae). Adult psyllids were captured with a sweep net of […]
Isolation and identification of Trichoderma species, followed by the optimization of L-glutaminase enzyme production
Advanced biotechnological techniques offer practical solutions to challenges related to food safety. To maintain quality control in food production and processing, the use of enzymes, antibodies, and microbes is indispensable. Isolation and identification of Trichoderma sp. from sugarcane soil is used for production of L-glutaminase enzyme in this study. The Trichoderma sp. was grown in […]
Species composition and abundance of benthic species along Cagayan river: Conservation purposes
This study generally aimed to provide an update on the benthic community along the Cagayan River. Specifically, this study sought to determine the species composition, economic value, conservation status, and relative abundance of microbenthic invertebrates in the waters of Cagayan River, specifically in Lal-lo (Site 1) and Alcala (Site 2). Sampling stations were established at each […]
Ecological impact and spatial distribution of invasive species Prosopis juliflora in the lake Natron basin, northern Tanzanian landscapes
Prosopis juliflora, commonly known as Mesquite is an invasive species that poses significant ecological and socio-economic challenges in arid and semi-arid regions worldwide. Its aggressive spread in Tanzania threatens native biodiversity, agricultural productivity, and local livelihoods. This study aimed to assess the population density, distribution, and ecological impact of Prosopis juliflora in Monduli, Ngorongoro and […]
General characteristics of fungal species involved in the formation of mycobiota of some vegetable plants cultivated in Azerbaijan
The mycobiota of tomato and cucumber plants cultivated under covered conditions was studied according to species composition, specific gravity of phytopathogens and endophytes, as well as ecophysiological characteristics of recorded fungi. It became clear that a total of 43 species of fungi participate in the formation of the mycobiota of the mentioned plants, of which […]
Toxicity of selected mangroves species on brine shrimp (Artemia salina)
The study aimed to evaluate the toxicity of different mangroves species Rhizophora apiculata, Rhizophora mucronata, and Bruguiera sexangula against brine shrimp (Artemia salina) as a preliminary assessment of its potential adverse effects as an herbal medicine. Brine shrimp were chosen as test organisms due to their sensitivity to various substances, making them suitable indicators for […]
Ethnobotanical uses and community perceptions of high-carbon sequestration tree species in the green spaces of Porto-Novo: Towards sustainable and inclusive urban planning
This study aims to evaluate the ethnobotanical uses and community perceptions of tree species with high carbon sequestration potential in urban green spaces in Porto-Novo, Benin, to inform sustainable and inclusive urban green space management. With a mixed-method, descriptive study with a cross-sectional design, this research was conducted in various green spaces within Porto-Novo, Republic […]
The effect of different rooting hormones on the survival of three species of bamboo species giant bamboo-Dendrocalamus giganteus, machiku-Dendrocalamus latiflorus and spiny bamboo-Bambusa blumeana)
The study was conducted under protective environment of bamboo nurseries at Cagayan State University Gonzaga Campus. The study was conducted to determine the effect of Different Rooting Hormones on the Survival of Three Species of Bamboo- Giant Bamboo (Dendrocalamus giganteus), Machiku (Dendrocalamus latiflorus), and Spiny bamboo (Bambusa blumeana).It aimed to determine the average number of […]
Effect of soil physio-chemical parameters on the prevalence of aflatoxin-producing fungal species in maize agro-ecosystems of Tanzania
Despite the significance of maize (Zea mays L.) in Tanzania, Aflatoxin contamination poses significant risks to food and nutrition security, human health, and economic losses. Aflatoxin emanates from farms and farming systems which are managed by small-scale resource poor farmers. Virtually such production conditions favor predominance of Aflatoxins in the food and feed systems. However, relatively […]
Restoration of forest landscapes and contribution of local species to the resilience of ecosystems in reforestation in the Kouibly department in Côte d’Ivoire
The restoration of forest landscapes is a response to forest degradation caused by deforestation, excessive logging, fires and climate change. Ecological restoration then becomes an essential complement to the conservation of ecosystems. In Côte d’Ivoire, land pressures and population migrations in the central-western region have fragmented the last forests. This degradation threatens the integrity of […]