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Academic Journals accelerates the dissemination of knowledge through the publication of high quality research articles using the open access model.
Morphological diversity of the oleaginous cucurbit Cucumeropsis mannii Naudin (Cucurbitaceae) cultivated in Côte d’Ivoire
July 2026 - Vol 25 Num. 7
The objective of this study was to assess the agro-morphological diversity of 110 accessions of Cucumeropsis mannii collected from four agro-ecological zones in Côte d’Ivoire. Eighteen agro-morphological traits were evaluated using a randomized complete block design with two replications. Analysis of the...
Unveiling the quantum confinement effects by exploring light-matter interactions in silicon quantum dots (SiQDs)
July-September, 2026 - Vol 21 Num. 3
Theoretical physicists use models like a particle in a box, or a potential well universally referred to as quantum mechanical models to explain the effects of quantum dots size concept on quantum confinement energy. However, the experimental approach is employed here using the size dependent results obtained from the...
The impact of acetic acid blend on crude oil system during well stimulation
January-June, 2026 - Vol 18 Num. 1
The rapid consumption of acetic acid due to fast reaction results in consequent precipitation of reaction product which could impact the crude oil negatively; hence there is a need for this research and possibly device a means of sorting out the issue. The changes in physiochemical properties of crude oil were studied...
A comparative study of the impact of mulching and zaï practices on soil water retention and cucumber productivity under agroecological conditions in Faranah
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 4
In the context of increasing climate variability affecting water availability, optimising soil moisture management remains a major challenge for market gardening. This study was therefore conducted to assess the comparative impact of mulching and the zaï technique on soil water retention and cucumber productivity...
Pharmacological and therapeutic properties of Peganum harmala L. (Syrian rue)
June, 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 5
Peganum harmala, commonly known as Syrian rue, African rue, wild rue, harmel, or esfand, is a medicinal plant highly valued for its rich composition of bioactive phyto-constituents. It is particularly abundant in naturally occurring alkaloids such as β-carboline, harmalol, harmaline, and harmine, with harmine being...
Assessment of the environmental impacts of a granite quarry in a Sahelian Peri-Urban Area: The case of the Pissy Quarry, Koubri Municipality (Burkina Faso)
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 6
The exploitation of mineral resources in Sahelian peri-urban areas is a major environmental issue that is rarely rigorously documented at the local level in sub-Saharan Africa. This study assesses the environmental impacts generated by the granite quarry located on 20 ha in the village of Pissy, in the rural commune of...
Variability of extreme precipitation and temperature climate indices in the Casamance River Basin (Senegal)
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 6
This study examines the spatiotemporal variability of extreme precipitation and temperature climate indices in the Casamance River basin (Senegal), combining satellite estimates Climate Hazards Group InfraRed Precipitation with Stations (CHIRPS), Climatic Research Unit (CRU) gridded observations, and a five-model...
In vitro rhyzogenesis via direct organogenesis of Maerua crassifolia Forssk
June 2026 - Vol 25 Num. 6
Maerua crassifolia Forssk., a forage species in the Capparaceae family, exhibits limited natural regeneration and is threatened with extinction. It is one of the few species capable of surviving the extreme arid conditions of Niger while retaining its green foliage year-round. This study aimed to determine the optimal...
Whole-genome sequencing of Acinetobacter junii CAA-N3 469.4621 469.4621 from heavy metals contaminated irrigable lands in the Upper East Region of Ghana: Perspectives on characterisation, heavy metal and antibiotic resistant genes
June 2026 - Vol 25 Num. 6
The study was conducted to isolate and characterize heavy metal–resistant and antibiotic resistance genes from Acinetobacter junii strain CAA-N3 469.4621, obtained from heavy metal–contaminated lands in selected districts of the Upper East Region of Ghana. Purposive and randomized sampling methods were used to...
Effect of preservation methods on phytochemical composition and antioxidant activity of selected African leafy vegetables
June 2026 - Vol 25 Num. 6
African leafy vegetables play a vital role in food security and health maintenance in many communities due to their phytochemical composition and biological activities. However, their seasonal availability leads to scarcity during the off-season, necessitating preservation to ensure year-round access while maintaining...
Phytoconstituents and antibacterial activities of Cameroonian propolis dichloromethane extract against World Health Organisation (WHO) bacterial priority pathogens list (BPPL)
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 6
This study investigated the phytochemical composition, structural characterization, and antibacterial activity of the dichloromethane (DCM) extract of propolis collected from the North-West region of Cameroon. Successive maceration extraction yielded three crude extracts, with the DCM extract showing the highest yield...
Microbiological quality, hygiene indicator organisms, and public health implications of ready-to-eat plantain chips marketed in Bouake (Côte d’Ivoire)
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 6
In Bouake, plantain chips are part of everyday life. Sold in markets, along busy streets, and near schools, they are appreciated for being inexpensive, filling, and easy to find. Yet, their largely informal production and distribution raise questions about their microbiological safety. This study was undertaken to examine...
Microbial quality and hygiene practices of street-vended fresh fruit juices in Mwanza City, Tanzania
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 6
The consumption of street-vended fresh fruit juices is rapidly increasing in urban areas of low- and middle-income countries due to affordability, accessibility, and perceived nutritional benefits. However, informal production environments raise serious concerns regarding microbial safety and hygiene practices. This...
Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy for the analysis of Beer
January-June 2026 - Vol 14 Num. 1
Beer is both a complex chemical mixture and an extremely popular beverage consumed widely around the world. As with all consumer goods, the safety and consistency of beer is of high importance, to ascertain that a beer meets quality standards and is fit for human consumption, scrupulous analysis of the product is...
Malaria prevalence and associated factors among patients attending Centre MURAZ in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
January-June 2026 - Vol 18 Num. 1
Malaria remains a major public health problem in sub-Saharan Africa, including Burkina Faso, despite sustained control efforts. Updated data on malaria prevalence and associated factors in urban settings remain limited. This study aimed to assess malaria prevalence and identify associated factors among patients attending...
Green marketing practices and performance of fast-moving consumer goods firms in South-West Nigeria
June 2026 - Vol 20 Num. 3
Despite the increasing adoption of green marketing practices globally, empirical evidence on how specific green strategies relate to firm performance in emerging economies, particularly within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector in Nigeria, remains limited and fragmented. Drawing on the Natural Resource-Based...
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs versus thermotherapy for nonspecific neck pain: A network meta-analysis
January-June 2026 - Vol 25 Num. 1
This study aimed to ascertain the comparative efficacy of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and thermotherapy for nonspecific neck pain. A network meta-analysis was conducted to evaluate these interventions. Information sources included the Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL),...
Energy dynamics of the earth's magnetosphere during periods of shock activity in the solar cycle 24
April-June, 2026 - Vol 21 Num. 2
The aim of the present study was to quantify the power E_in transferred to the inner magnetosphere during shock activity periods in Solar Cycle 24. Using solar wind and interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) parameters obtained from the NASA OMNIWeb database, the power transferred to the inner magnetosphere was estimated...
The political ecology and economy of lake fisheries management in Uganda: A review of Lake Victoria
January-June 2026 - Vol 18 Num. 1
The institutionalization and transformation of lake fisheries management regimes are often justified as efforts to enhance household food security, income generation, and environmental sustainability. However, this review paper argues that underlying informal political and economic arrangements exert a greater influence...
Family planning in Niger: Women's voices facing social and cultural obstacles
June 2026 - Vol 26 Num. 1
Despite growing political will and international investment in reproductive health, Niger continues to have one of the lowest contraceptive prevalence rates in the world. Structural, cultural, and social barriers hinder women's ability to access and use family planning methods, particularly in rural areas. Young women...
