Undergraduate

Tiger-nut drink is a refreshing drink prepared mainly with tiger-nuts (Cyperus esculentus), sugar and water. It is locally produced and consumed in Lagos State for its health benefits which could be compromised due to contamination, hence the need for evaluation. This study is aimed at the evaluation of toxigenic fungi in tiger-nut drinks sold in […]

Ogi is a very common food among Nigerians consumed by infants from the age of 4 months, children, adults, lactating mothers and convalescents. Amino acids are an important part of diets for humans and animals. A lot of the basic amino acids needed in the system cannot be produced by the body and this is

Clostridium difficile is a gram-positive rod bacillus that forms spores found in the normal gut microbiota of 1-3 percent of healthy individuals and 15-20 percent of babies. Clostridium difficile is a common cause of infections in hospitals, and it is transferred mostly by the fecal-oral route. Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is an emerging health problem

Over the past years, changes in world technology have occurred which have accommodated the fast transport of people, food, and goods but, antibiotic residues and antibiotic-resistant bacteria have been carried along as well. In this review, the main mechanisms of resistance to the important antibiotics used for treatment of disease caused by oral/respiratory bacteria-including tetracycline

Studies have indicated Staphylococcus spp. as the leading cause of skin infections. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence and antibiotic susceptibility of Staphylococcus spp. from door Handles of Offices at Caleb University. Twenty samples were obtained from the admin building of the Caleb University, Lagos state. Sterile swab-sticks was used for

Groundwater contamination occurs from urban activities, industrial discharges, agricultural activities, landfill leachates, and effluent from wastewater treatment plants that have progressed over time without any regards for environmental consequences .The quality of groundwater around Igando area, Lagos State, Nigeria was investigated with the aim of detecting possible influence of solous dumpsite on Bacteriological and Physicochemical

Ogi is a traditional Nigerian food product derived from cereals like maize, sorghum, and millet. One of the major sources of bacterial contamination of Ogi production is bad water coupled with unhygienic conditions of processing and handling associated with indigenous processes. Lysine is one of the essential amino acids required for human and animal growth.

This study aims to Isolate fungi found in traditionally produced yogurts Sold in local government in Yaba, Lagos state. Seven unbranded yogurts samples (A – H) and seven branded samples of yoghurts (1 – 7) were acquired within the same Yaba Local Government Area, Lagos State. Using culture growth medium (Potato dextrose Agar) and the

This study aim to isolate fungi found in locally produced yogurts sold in Ikorodu, Lagos state. Eight unbranded yogurts samples (A – H) were acquired from Trolleys supermarket, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos State while seven branded samples yogurts (1 – 7) were acquired from Oniru market, Oniru, Lagos State. Using culture growth medium (Potato Dextrose Agar)

Indoor air quality refers to the air quality within and around buildings, particularly as it relates to the health and comfort of residents. Poor indoor air quality may lead to sick building syndrome which causes mucous membrane irritation, poor physical conditions, exhaustion, headache and a decline in memory and intellectual activity. This study was aimed