Effect of roasting on the nutritional and anti-nutritional properties of Jackbean (Canavalia ensiformis)
This research on the effect of roasting on the nutritional and anti-nutritional properties of Jackbean (Canavalia ensiformis) was conducted by Odedeji, J. O. (of Food Technology Department, Osun State Polytechnic,…
Prof. Kwame Dawes wins 2021 PEN America Literary Awards
Kwame Dawes, an internationally acclaimed poet and professor of English at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, has been awarded the biennial PEN/Nora Magid Award for his editorship of the Prairie Schooner. The…
Presence, characteristics and antibiotics resistance of E. coli (bacteria) found in retailed milk in Benin City, Nigeria
This study conducted into the presence, characteristics and antibiotics resistance of Escherichia coli (bacteria) in raw and fermented (nono) milk was conducted in Benin City, Nigeria by Igbinosa, I. H….
Nigerian Prof. Ibiyinka Fuwape, wins African Union Scientific Excellence Award
A Professor of Physics at the Federal University of Technology Akure, FUTA Prof. Mrs. Ibiyinka Fuwape, has been named as one of the winners of the prestigious African Union Kwame…
A discussion of the challenges confronting archaeology and its practice in Nigeria
This article titled: “A discussion of the challenges confronting archaeology and its practice in Nigeria” was written by Terngu S. Nomishan, Dimas S. Gubam and Paul-Kolade Tubi (all of Department…
Blending college agricultural courses with entrepreneurship courses promotes youth involvement in farm entrepreneurship
This study was conducted by Dr. Paschal Banga Nade of School of BUSH, The Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology, Tanzania on the effect of agricultural training on…
A Nigerian doctor might just prevent the next deadly pandemic
Chikwe Ihekweazu aims to build a public-health agency that will stand the test of time.Credit: Andrew Esiebo Chikwe Ihekweazu tried to steel himself as he surveyed people writhing in pain…
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) by Oil Companies in the Niger Delta Region of Nigeria is a Myth
In this paper, Dr. Onyeka Festus Mbalisi and Dr. Christiana Uzoaru Okorie both of the Department of Adult and Non-Formal Education, Faculty of Education, University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria analyzed…
Nigeria is poised to become a hub for genetics research in Africa – Amy Maxmen (Nature Magazine)
In the affluent, beach-side neighbourhoods of Lagos, finance and technology entrepreneurs mingle with investors at art openings and chic restaurants. Now biotech is entering the scene. Thirty-four-year-old Abasi Ene-Obong has…
Feminism in Africa and African Women’s Writing
This opinion piece was written by Dr. Margaret Fafa Nutsukpo of the Department of English Studies University of Port Harcourt Rivers State, Nigeria on feminism in Africa and African women’s…
Parents involvement in children with disability’s education in Ghana
This empirical study was conducted by Dr. Efua Esaaba Mantey of the Department of Social Work, University of Ghana on parents involvement in children with disability’s education in Ghana. According…
Microbial contamination of Naira notes circulating in Bauchi metropolis, Nigeria
This study was conducted by Usman, M. (Department of Pharmacy, Nigerian Air Force Reference Hospital, Bauchi), Sani, J. (Department of Clinical Pharmacy, Kaduna State University, Kaduna), Ibrahim, A. (Department of…
Prof. Divine Kwaku Ahadzie of Kwame Nkrumah University wins the Emerald 2020 Real Impact Awards 2020
The Emerald Real Impact Awards celebrate researchers and faculty members that have made a commitment to research impact and are striving to make a concrete difference to society, culture, our…
Do climate-smart agricultural practices drive food security of maize farming households in Ogun state, Nigeria?
This study was carried by Ogheneruemu OBIEGBEDI and Omotade Taofikat OLADAPO both of Department of Agricultural Economics, University of Ibadan, Nigeria on climate-smart agricultural practices and food security of maize…
Risky sexual behaviours and HIV infection among commercial farm workers in South Africa
This study was conducted through the collaborative efforts of Dr. Idris Durojaiye (School of Public Health, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa), Dr. Nkechi Obisie-Nmehielle (International Organization for Migration,…
Effects of Triple Super Phosphate and inoculant on yield of soybean seed in Northern Region of Ghana
Soybean (Glycine max (L.)) is economically the most important bean in the world, providing vegetable protein for millions of people and ingredients for hundreds of chemical products – Britannica Encyclopaedia….
What is the effect of feeding multi-enzyme treated Moringa oleifera leaf in Rabbits?
What is the effect of feeding multi-enzyme treated Moringa oleifera leaf in Rabbits? A recent study conducted by Wilberforce O. ADUGUBA, Raphael OBENG, Matthew TIETAAH, Lydia QUANSAH (all of Department…
Sanitation Practices and Microbial Quality of Drinking Water in Open Defaecation Free and Open Defaecation Communities in the Savelugu Municipality, Ghana
“Open defecation free (ODF) is a term used to describe communities that have shifted to using toilets instead of open defecation” – Wikipedia. This term is associated with the initiative…
Ghanaian researcher documents the diversity of livestock poisonous plants and their antidotes
This study was conducted by a Ghanaian researcher Dr. Domozoro, C.Y.F. (CSIR – Animal Research Institute, P. O. Box AH20, Achimota, Accra, Ghana) and colleagues Wilcock, C.C., Swaine, M.D. and…
Why doctors don’t use the medical microbiology laboratory when infectious diseases are suspected in some parts of Nigeria?
The Editor-in-Chief of African Journal of Clinical and Experimental Microbiology, Prof. Rasheed A. Bakare recently (April, 2021) received a thought-provoking correspondence from Dr. Lawson, S. of the Department of Medical…
Importance of Drones in Healthcare Delivery Amid a Pandemic: Current and Generation Next Application
This classic review was written by three (3) Laboratory scientists namely; Dr. Oigbochie, A.E., Dr. Odigie E.B. and Dr. Adejumo, B.I.G. all of Department of Medical Laboratory Science, University of…
The impact of decalcification on antibacterial properties of eggshell against selected poultry pathogens
This study was conducted by Dr. Balogu, T. V. of the Department of Microbiology, Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Nigeria and colleagues. The study investigated the effect of removal or loss…
Milk Handling Practices and Utilization at Dairy Farms and Collection Centers under Rural and Peri-Urban Milk Value Chain Systems in Nakuru County, Kenya
This research was conducted by Dr. Faith Ndungi of Department of Dairy, Food Science and Technology, Egerton University, Kenya and colleagues to evaluate rural and peri-urban milk value chain systems…
Meet the Nigerian Virologist, Prof. Sunday Omilabu who sequences new COVID strain as cases rise
Virologist Sunday Omilabu says information he gathers will help battle the spread of the disease in Africa’s most populous country – www.aljazeera.com A Nigerian scientist has spent the holiday season…
Commercial aquaculture in Kenya: Key limitations of Fish Feeds, Feed Management Practices and Opportunities
This paper was written by Dr. Jonathan Munguti of Kenya Marine & Fisheries Research Institute, National Aquaculture Research Development & Training Center (NARDTC), Kenya and colleagues. The paper addresses the…
Applying lessons learnt from Ebola for effective COVID-19 response in Africa
This classic commentary was written by Aiyenuro, A. E. the Team Lead and Research Analyst, Research4Knowledge, Lagos; Onyeani, C. O. of the Department of Medical Laboratory Science, University of Nigeria,…
AR Interview with Dr. Beckley IKHAJIAGBE
African Researchers Magazine Interview with Dr. Beckley IKHAJIAGBE. Speaking on: “Environmental Restoration and Food Security: the role of Bioremediation”
SEXUAL VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN IN NIGERIA AND VICTIMS’ SUSCEPTIBILITY TO PSYCHOLOGICAL DISTRESS AND SEXUAL DYSFUNCTION
This classic review was written by Dr. Labe M. R. of the Department of Clinical Psychology, Federal Medical Centre Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria and colleagues; Dr. Amande, A. M., Dr….
Kyeremanteng explains the causes of fish mortality in water bodies
Phillip Kyeremanteng is a Ghana-based Environmental Management Leader with extensive experience in overseeing the environment performance in the private and public sector organisations. He is an Expert in ISO 9001…
Urban slums in Africa and COVID-19
This classic review was written by S. K. Alonge and A. Wadinga both of Social Policy Department, Nigerian Institute of Social and Economic Research, Ibadan, Nigeria. The paper is focused…
