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Free Living Nematode Diversity in Polluted Soils: A Meta-Analysis
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Soil disturbances affects the community structures of soil organisms and the deterioration of
the soil environment can be evaluated by studying these changes. Many experimental results
have been published on the effects ...
Assessment of Bacterial Contaminants in Roasted African Sausages and Raw Salad in Embu Town and Kangaru Market
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
African sausages are local popular delicacies in Kenya. Demand for these sausages has resulted
in this delicacy’s vendors being on the increase. However, the health risk posed to unsuspecting
consumers of African sausages ...
Testing the Antibacterial Properties of Plant G Leaf Extracts
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Plant extracts with medicinal value have been used to treat many diseases that can either be
bacterial, fungal or parasitic among many others. The aim of the study was to evaluate the
antimicrobial activity of plant G ...
Antimicrobial Activity of Emilia Discifolia Leaf Extracts Against Standard Laboratory Test Microorganisms
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Emilia discifolia is a species of plants in the family Asteraceae and is classified as a medicinal
plant due to its antimicrobial activities. The aim of the study was to evaluate the antimicrobial
activity of Emilia ...
Free-Living Nematode Diversity in Organic and Conventional Farming Systems: A Meta-Analysis.
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Research indicates that agricultural management practices affect the diversity of organic farms.
Theoretically, organic farming should lead to a higher diversity of free living nematodes
(FLNs) compared to conventional ...
Prevalence of Snail-Transmitted Parasites and the Role Of Snails in Parasite Transmission to Humans in Mwea East
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Snails are a diverse group of mollusks that occupy terrestrial, fresh water and marine
environments. Snails act as a host of different parasites leading to snail-borne parasitic diseases.
The aim of the study was to ...
Antibacterial Activity of Tea Senna Leaf Extracts on Standard Laboratory Bacteria Strains
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Senna tea is a popular herbal remedy that’s often marketed as a laxative, weight loss aid, and
detox method. However, there’s little scientific evidence to support the efficacy of Senna tea
for most of these uses aside ...
Antimicrobial Activity of Plant J Leaf and Bark Extracts Against Standard Laboratory Test Microorganisms
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Plant extracts with medicinal value have been used to treat many diseases that can either be
bacterial, fungal or parasitic among many others. The aim of the study was to evaluate the
antimicrobial activity of plant J ...
Antimicrobial Properties of Plant Extract K Leaf Extracts On Standard Laboratory Test Microorganism
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Medicinal plants have played an important role in drug discovery, with many pharmaceutical
products originating from plants. Isolation and characterization of antibacterial compounds are
still relevant today because of ...
Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing Of Neem [Azadirchta Indica] Plant Leaf Extracts against Standard Bacterial Strains
(University of Embu, 2021-09)
Neem is fast growing tree of the mahogany family Meliaceae used in traditional medicine as a
source of many therapeutic agents by many communities and grows well in tropical countries.
The aim of the study was to evaluate ...