DADA, SILEOLA OLAYEMI(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2017-05)
Polyethylene wastes accumulating in the environment pose an ever increasing ecological threat as environmental pollutant. In this research, degradation of low density polyethylene by microorganisms from soil in solid waste ...
AWOPETU, AKINSOLA FRANCIS(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2016-01)
This study investigated the levels of toxic elements: lead (Pb), arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd); essential micronutrients: chromium (Cr), zinc (Zn); and macronutrients: sodium (Na), calcium (Ca) and potassium (K) and the ...
OBIMAKINDE, Ebenezer Tolulope(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2017-05)
This research evaluated the prevalence and distribution of malaria, Plasmodium falciparum chloroquine resistance transporter (Pfcrt) and Plasmodium falciparum multidrug resistant (Pfmdr1) mutant genes among Patients attending ...
FALOPE, OLUWATOSIN CHRISTIANAH(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2018-08)
Proximate composition and mineral profile of locally cultivated and imported rice obtained from Asaba, Onitsha, Afikpo and Abakalilki in Southeastern Nigeria were assayed in the laboratory using standard techniques. The ...
FABUNMI, GOODNESS OSEHOTUE(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2018-07)
Fish, a major source of protein is mainly preserved by smoking in many developing countries. However, insect pests and micro-organisms constitute economic and health challenges to fish farmers and consumers. Three medicinal ...
BABALOLA, ABIODUN IBUKUN(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2017-08)
This study was carried out to investigate the comparative toxicity of seeds of Piper guineense Schum & Thonn, Capsicum annum L, Diatomaceous Earth, pirimiphos-methyl dust and rice husk (powder and ash) againstCallosobruchus ...
OLISE, Christian Chukwu(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2017-05)
Nosocomial infections are infections contracted during the cause of hospital treatments, which are secondary to the patients’ original condition. Prevalence of nosocomial infections within a period of 12 months was ...
BALOGUN, KAYODE PETER(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2018-07)
The quantity of carbon dioxide (CO2) and carbon monoxide (CO) produced by generators and motor vehicles which are the major sources of air pollution have increased with increase in the use of generators and vehicles. The ...
AROJO, AYODEJI MOSES(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2016-04)
The use of herbs and plant materials have always been popular in the treatment of febrile illness, and it has grown over time in malaria endemic areas. As many modern drugs have met resistance, local herb sellers and users ...
ADEYEMO, OLAJUMOKE ADEWUMI(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2016-08)
Spent lubricating oil is usually obtained after servicing and subsequent draining from automobile and generator engines which contains heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon found to be dangerous to biota. The ...
ADEDARA, WASOLA(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2018-08)
Termites are important because their activities impact positively or negatively on the environment. Synthetic insecticides offer reasonable protection against termites and their uses are however not without problems. This ...
OLA-SALAWU, BUKOLA BUNMI(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2018-10)
Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is a common fruit consumed in many homes with reported health promoting functions due to its antioxidant properties. Tomato fruits have poor shelf life, and are susceptible to pests and ...
MEGBONTOWON, SAMUEL(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2013-05)
Four storage structures were constructed and used to study the storability of white yam (Discorea rotundata). The barn was constructed under a cashew tree to provide shade: the yam tubers were attached to the barn with the ...
FALANA, OLAMIDE JULIANNA(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2016-08)
Studies were carried out to determine the effects of aqueous extracts of three plant leaves: Piper
guineense, Moringa oleifera and Ocimum gratissimum on shelf life of ripe tomato (Solanum
lycopersicon (Linn). The plant ...
AKINYEMI, MAKANJUOLA ISRAEL(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2018-11)
Eugenia aromatica is a popular spice with diverse medicinal uses and exhibit insecticidal effectiveness against stored insect pest. This study investigated contact and fumigant efficacy of the powder and oil extract of E. ...
ADELEYE, OLUKEMI ADEFUNKE(Federal University Of Technology, Akure., 2018-11)
Consumers of cocoa and cocoa products all over the world are becoming increasingly aware of food safety concerns as related to its quality and pesticide use. With the new European Union (EU) Legislation on Maximum Residue ...
FABUNMI, RACHEAL OYELAYO(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2021-05)
The application of synthetic chemicals is an effective control measure to protect wood against insect pests. Continuous use of these chemicals is harmful to humans, environment, and destruction of non-target organisms, ...
DAVID, MONDAY CHUKWUDI(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2021-02)
A total of thirty wild cane rats (Thryonomys swinderianus) were investigated for the presence of
ecto and gastrointestinal parasitic infection across six different communities in Ifedore Local
Government Area of Ondo ...
BABATUNDE, OLUGBENGA SAMUEL(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2021-03)
Hemidactylus frenatus (wall geckos) are common reptiles of houses belonging to the family Gekkonidae found in warm climates throughout the world. This small lizard has become established in the vicinity of man in the ...
AKINNIFESI, Olufemi Joseph(Federal University of Technology, Akure, 2017-07)
This study aimed at assessing the quality of groundwater wells domiciled close to pollution receiving streams in Ondo town. Thirty (30) water samples; from fifteen (15) wells and fifteen (15) closely associated streams ...