Abstract: Malva genus (mallow) is widespread in tropical and temperate region belongs to the family Malvaceae. Malva parviflora L. is used as a food and also widely used in traditional and modern medicine for so many treatments. The aim of the present study was to investigate phytochemical screening and antimicrobial activity of small flowered mallow (Malva parviflora). Qualitative Phytochemical screening indicated the methanolic leaf extract indicated the presence of te rpenoids, flavonoids...
Abstract: Ethiopia is claimed as the likely center of origin for okra [Abelmoschus esculentus (L).Moench], but few studies were conducted to assess the diversity of the crop in the country. Moreover, no attempt has been made to assess the diversity of okra genotypes for seed yield and related traits though the crop is known for the production of quality edible oil. Therefore, this study was conducted with the objectives of assessing genetic variability among okra genotypes for seed yield and...
Abstract: Green nanoparticle synthesis techniques for various biological activities and medical applications are desired because of their bio-compatibilit. Hence, in this study, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) were synthesized using root extracts (aqueous, methanol and hexane) of V.officinalis. The antibacterial efficacy of the nanoparticles was assayed by the Kirby–Bauer disc diffusion method against bacterial pathogens such as Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The minimum inhibito...
Abstract: The wastewater treatment industry has identified the discharge of inorganic anions such as phosphate and fluoride into water as a risk to the natural environment and human health. Among various methods used to remove phosphate and fluoride anions, adsorption is widely used because of its low cost, ease of use and simplicity. In this study, cerium-based organic metal frameworks was proposed as adsorbent to remove phosphate and fluoride ions from water.. The aim of this work was to s...
Abstract: Intestinal protozoan parasites are among the most common human infections globally. They are distributed throughout the world with high prevalence rates especially in developing countries including Ethiopia. This study was conducted to assess the prevalence of intestinal protozoan parasitic infections among School children and their associations with parasitological quality of water sources in Gursum Woreda, eastern Ethiopia. The design of the study was a descriptive cross-sectiona...
Abstract: Correct identification of misconception is an important first step in order to gain an understanding of student learning. More recently, four- tire multiple choice test have been found to be effective in assessing students ’alternative conception. The purpose of this study was using a four tier test to assess and identify students’ alternative conceptions about chemical thermodynamics concepts. The study was carried out at two preparatory schools of Babile Woreda (Babile and Bi...
Abstract: Eucalyptus globulus is one of the abundant tree species in Ethiopia known for medicinal values of its essential oils. The essential oil composition of a given species may vary with environmental factors. In this study, leaf of essential oil compositions and their antimicrobial activities were analyzed from E. globulus sampled from Haramaya University (HU) and Entoto Park (EP). Essential oils were extracted by steam distillation method and their compositions were analyzed using GC. ...
Abstract: Post-harvest losses are one of the major causes of food insecurity in the developing world. The present study was planned to investigate the effect of neemseed and garlic bulb powders in control of maize weevil and prolonged storage of maize grains. A 3x3x2 factorial experiment was laid in a Complete Randomized Design (CRD) replicated two times. The result indicated that all the treatments had shown high repellence against maize weevil at all amounts of treatments (5, 10, and 15 gr...
Abstract: Fresh fruits are essential components of the human diet and there is considerable evidence of the health and nutritional benefits associated with the consumption of fresh fruits. However, during processing contamination from raw materials, equipment or food handlers could be easily transferred to the final product of fruit juices resulting food-borne illnesses. Therefore, the aim of this research was to evaluate the microbiological safety of avocado, mango and papaya fruit juices a...
Abstract: Urinary tract infection is one of the most prevalent infections caused by different pathogens. This study was designed to determine the prevalence and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns of uropathogens among patients visiting Hasasa Health Center from March to May 2016.A total of 384 patients participated in this study. Culturing and identification of uropathogens were performed by using agar (Mac-Conkey agar and blood agar) and biochemical test. Antimicrobial resistance testing...
Abstract: Apples are the natural source of dietary mineral salts, vitamins, antioxidants, fiber, organic acids and sugars. Reduction of post-harvest losses and quality deterioration are essential in increasing food availability from the existing production. Minimizing this loss has a great significance for food security, economic growth and welfare of the society. This study was planned to investigate the role of asprin (acetylsalicylic acid) treatment in improving post harvest quality, shel...
Abstract: Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) are ubiquitous soil organisms. They form symbioses with majority of terrestrial plants and contributor to mineral and water uptake, plant biodiversity, productivity, ecosystem stability and function. However, AMF community structure and function are affected by land use and land cover changes. This necessitates the exploration of the AMF land- use change association within selected agro-ecosystems in the country. To this end, a site was selected a...
Abstract: Endod (Phytolacca dodecandra L’Heit var. E-44 and E-17) is medicinal plant of high saponin content used as molluscicide to control Schistosomiasis. The aim of, this study was to develop a micropropagation protocol for P.dodecandra. The E17 and E44 variety leaf explant was sterilized and cultured on MS media supplemented with different types of concentration and combination of cytokinins and auxins for shoot initiation, multiplication and root initiation. Local bleach (Berekina) 3...
Abstract: The growing phenomenon of antibiotic resistance, particularly to pathogenic microorganisms, in current medicine, has directed the concern of scientists for finding novel antimicrobial agents from plant origin with negligible side effect. The aim of this study was to screen the major secondary compounds of leaves of D. stramoinum and J. schimperiana and to evaluate their antimicrobial properties against (S. aureus, S. typhi and S. boydii). Extraction was done by maceration of leaf p...
Abstract: Helicobacter pylori are a small, spiral-shaped bacterium that lives on the surface of the stomach and duodenum. H. pylorus is closely associated with onset of diseases such as gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, gastritis and gastric cancers. The aim of this study was to determine the frequencies of ABO blood group system and its relationship with H. pylori infection among patients with gastrointestinal complaints at the Asella Teaching and Referral Hospital. A total of 422 patients o...