Ameliorative effects of Astymin-SN® and vitamin A against X-ray radiation-induced oxidative stress of male Wistar albino rats
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K. C. Ogbanya, Theophilus Okafor Nnaji, Jude Chukwu
Purpose: To evaluate the ameliorative effects of Astymin-SN® and vitamin A against x-ray radiation-induced oxidative stress in selected organs of albino rats. Methods: Forty rats …
In vitro antiplasmodial activity of leaves and stem bark fractions of Spathodea campanulata P. Beauv (Bignogniaceae)
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Synthia Kemda Tassemo, Judith Caroline Ngo Nyobe, Hans Denis Bamal
Malaria is a potentially fatal disease caused by Plasmodium parasites transmitted by infected Anopheles mosquitoes, and its management is increasingly hampered by growing drug resistance. …
Mapping Global Research on Financial Inclusion: A Bibliometric Analysis of Emerging Technologies, Policy Evolution, and Inclusive Innovation
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Yahya Hanine
This study investigates how emerging technologies, evolving policy frameworks, and grassroots innovations are shaping the accessibility, inclusivity, and equity of financial services in the global …
The Fraud Detection Optimization in Open Metaverse Blockchain Transactions: Case study based on ML-GRU Neural Networks
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Habib Zouaoui, Ahmed Louzani, Meryem-Nadjat Naas
The study explores anomaly detection in blockchain transactions within the Open Metaverse Our proposed system aims to achieve three critical objectives: detecting fraudulent transactions by …
Wound healing activity of methanol root bark extract of Salacia lehmbachii in Wistar rats
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Grace A. Akpanika, Effiong E. Nkanor
Purpose: To compare wound healing activity of methanolic root bark extract of Salacia lehmbachii in Wistar rats, with standard and known wound healing ointments. Methods: …
The Ecological Functions of Congo Basin Ecosystems and Basin-Wide Carbon Cycle
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Marijn Bauters, Elsa M. Ordway, Bhely I. Angoboy
Abstract The Congo Basin, spanning over 3.7 million km 2 across Central Africa, plays a critical role in regulating global climate, sustaining biodiversity, and supporting …
Long-Term Characterization of Vertical Radio Refractivity Gradients and Tropospheric Propagation Conditions over North-Central Nigeria Using ERA5 Reanalysis Data
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Usman S Lami, Ikechiamaka N Florenc, Akinsanmi Akinbolati
This study presents a comprehensive long-term evaluation of vertical radio refractivity and refractivity gradients over selected locations in North-Central Nigeria. Forty-one years (1980– 2020) of …
Epidemiology of stillbirths and maternal post-discharge outcomes following stillbirths in Uganda: a prospective cohort study
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Obed Twinamatsiko, Vuong Nguyen, Clare Komugisha
Abstract Background Stillbirth remains a critical public health challenge in low-resource settings and is a significant cause of perinatal mortality, where gaps in antenatal care, …
Assessing occupational vaccine uptake and infection control knowledge among healthcare professionals in Cameroon: a cross-sectional analysis
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Syntyche Midrelle Tsague, Leslie Tasha Mbapah, Limunga Aboubakar Khadijatou
Background: Due to occupational exposures, healthcare professionals (HCPs) face an increased risk of infectious diseases, particularly in low-resource settings. Despite infection prevention and control (IPC) …
Integrated Landscape Management Approach for Scaling Sustainable Land Management Practices and Improving Food Production in a Changing Climate: Experiences from Western Kenya
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K. O. Were, G. O. Ayaga, R. Orlale
Abstract Landscape degradation is widespread with significant ramifications on ecosystem services. Currently, more than 50% of all fertile soils globally are severely degraded, with 25–40 …
Biological Nitrogen Fixation and Yields of Bambara Groundnut Cultivars on Alfisols in Central Malawi
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Keston Njira, Eliza Mankhwazi, Elton Panulo
Abstract Bambara groundnut ( Vigna subterranean ), also referred to as Bambara nut or Ground beans, is considered as one of the most important legumes …
Road Map to Promoting Green Revolution in Sub-Saharan Africa
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Agnes Mwangwela, Liveness Jessica Banda, Rattan Lal
Abstract There is an urgent need to translate the known and proven technologies into strategies for improving soil health, increasing crop productivity for food and …
Suitability Assessment of Arable Ferralitic Soils for Maize and Cassava Production in Uganda
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Twaha Ali Basamba Ateenyi, Sam Komakech, Boshuwenda Chuma Andre
Abstract In Uganda, crop yields continue to decline due to soil degradation. This has led to large scale and continuous conversions of natural habitats into …
The State of Agroecology in Malawi: A Review
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Keston Njira, Frank Tchuwa, Trust Kasambala Donga
Abstract Agricultural productivity is facing various challenges in many parts of the world including Malawi. These challenges are mostly associated with soil fertility decline and …
Leveraging on Indigenous Vegetables for Climate Change Adaptation in Central Malawi: Exploring Opportunities and Challenges
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Abel Sefasi, Sibongile Zimba-Chimzinga, Mvuyeni Nyasulu
Abstract Malawi’s economy is highly dependent on rain-fed agriculture thereby making it vulnerable to droughts and under-nutrition. Indigenous vegetables (IVs) have remarkable potential in contributing …
Climate Change Adaptability and Soil Carbon Sequestration
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Hamisi Tindwa, Ernest Semu
Abstract There exists a continuous cross-talk between climate change and soil carbon sequestration processes, and how the latter affects communities’ capability to adapt to the …
What Determines the Continued Use of Improved Maize Varieties? Evidence from Smallholder Farmers in Kilosa District Council, Tanzania
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Nicholaus Nchembi Shokela, Charity Chanza, Isaac Mambo
Abstract The adoption of advanced agricultural technologies among maize farmers has been widely encouraged to enhance productivity. In response, the Tanzanian government has implemented various …
Preferred Communication Channels for Accessing Climate-Smart Agriculture Messages by Smallholder Farmers in Phalombe, Nkhotakota, and Dowa Districts in Malawi
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Alexander Mussa, Charity Chanza, Tasokwa Kakota Chibowa
Abstract Poor identification of proper communication channels, coupled with farmers’ limited involvement in content creation and selection of communication methods, significantly hampers their access to …
The Legume Pendulum: The Role of Legumes in Smallholder Farmers’ Food and Income Security in Dowa, Malawi
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Mayamiko Nathaniel Kakwera, Daimon Kambewa, Ruth Haug
Abstract Due to various drivers, food and income insecurity in African countries like Malawi hampers Sustainable Development Goals 1 and 2. In attempt to redress …
Research Gaps and Future Perspectives
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B. R. SINGH, Agnes Mwangwela, Liveness Jessica Banda
Abstract Increasing population, dwindling soil and water resources, severe soil degradation, resource poor and subsistence farming by small holders in SSA has created a serious …