The Faculty of Biosciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria, would like to introduce you to "The Bioscientist Journal," ISSN: Online, 2630-7111; Print, 2630-7103, an OPEN ACCESS multidisciplinary peer-reviewed journal dedicated to increasing the depth of knowledge across the disciplines and the dissemination of scientific ideas for the enhancement of human life. 

The Journal is published quarterly in English, and covers areas of Biosciences including Biochemistry, Microbiology, Zoology, Botany, Parasitology, Entomology, Molecular biology, Genetics and related disciplines and Technologies.

 

 

Current Issue

Vol 14 No 2 (2026): The Bioscientist Journal

Published: 2026-05-12

Articles

Diversity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt in Southern Nigeria.

H. I. Anozie, V. C. Okereke

1-12

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Anatomical Characterization of Vessels in Selected Nigerian Wood Species of Verbenaceae Family

I. M. Adeniyi

13-20

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Comparative Studies of Different Combinations of Bio-Enhancers (Cassava Peel and Poultry Manure) on the Growth of Capsicum chinense Jacq. (Scotch Bonnet pepper)

N. Amadi, M. Yabrade, O. H. Nsan-nicholas

21-38

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Antibacterial Effect of Essential Oil from Cymbopogon citratus (dc.) On Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Isolated From Wound Samples in University Of Medical Sciences Teaching Hospital (UNIMEDTH) Ondo, Ondo State Nigeria

Iyanuoluwa Seun Mathew, Adewale Oluwasogo Olalemi, Adesina Williams, Ayoola Ayorinde Joshua

39-56

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Knowledge of Disease Transmission, Disinfection Practices and Fungal Contamination of Tools among Barbers in Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.

Victoria I. Anyaoha, Annastecia T. Egbo, Chito C. Ekwealor, Chikodili. G. Anaukwu, Oluchi Abba, Alex-Philip C. Nwaokoro

57-63

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Co-Infection of Trichomonas vaginalis and HIV among Women of Reproductive Age in Awka South LGA, Anambra State, Nigeria.

C. C. Nweke, M. O. Iwueze, P. N. Oruobi, P. O. Chibuoke, J. U. Obidigwe, G. N. Chidozie

64-78

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Comparative Phytochemical Study of Eight Medicinal Plants Commonly Used For Malaria Treatment in Nigeria

Uchenna Blessing Alozieuwa

79-91

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Association of Oxidative Stress and Inflammatory Biomarkers with Chronic Periodontitis:

A Case - Control Study

Rasha K. J. Ali, Amjed Salim Naser, Fatima Mallallah Mohammed, Osama A. Mohsein, Sarmad Qassim Mohammad

92-102

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Prevalence and molecular characterization of Toxocara canis in domestic dogs in Ekiti State

A. O. Omonijo, A. Omonijo, R. Adekale, A. Omolayo, A. Bello, O. Adesunloro, Z. Otakoya, B. Ajiferuke, M. Akinola, M. Adeola, V. Oyedeji, S. Gombedza

103-112

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Proximate and Sensory Qualities of Biscuits from Wheat, Soybean and Fermented Rice Bran Flours

C. C. Ezegbe, P. A. Nwokedi

113-125

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Evaluation of Fruit-Based attractants and Methyl Eugenol for Mass Trapping of Fruit Fly (Bactrocera dorsalis) in Mango Orchards of Kaduna State, Nigeria

N. Musa, U. Malik, M. S. Usman

126-137

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Assessment of Heavy Metals Bioccumulation in Wild Fish Species from Argungu River, and Associated Health Risks in Human Consumption

N. Salisu, S. G. Umar, J. Umar, 'H. Abubakar, S. Aliyu Abubakar, H. M. Mafara, M. Jabir

138-156

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Antidiarrheal Potential of Ethanol Extract of Psidium guajava Leaves

C. M. Chigbo, V. O. G. Nwobodo, E. C. Orji, E. C. Okeke, O. F. Nworji, J. Ogana, E. L. Iloanya

157-174

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Comparative Evaluation of Acute Toxicity and Dose-Dependent Mortality of n-Hexane, Petroleum Ether, Ethanol, and Aqueous Leaf Fractions of Sida acuta

A. E. Ukogo, C. N. Ezekwesil, J. O. Ezekwesili Ofili

175-188

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Evaluation of biogas production from co-digestion of cassava peels and selected animal wastes from Awka North and South Local Government Areas, Anambra State, Nigeria.

O. G. Ugwuoke, U. O. Chukwura-Osoagba, V. N. Anakwenze, E. I. Chukwura

189-207

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Methanolic Extracts of Selected Botanicals against Fall Armyworm, Spodoptera frugiperda (J. E. SMITH) On Maize Infestation in Kaduna and Katsina States, Nigeria

A. Mansur, I. M. Utono, L. J. Bamaiyi, N. D. Ibrahim

208 - 226

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Assessment of Species Richness and Diversity in the Nnamdi Azikiwe University Conservation Forest, Awka

E. P. Okoye, C. N. Okereke, H. N. Eze

227-243

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Assessment of Pesticide Residues in Wild Clarias gariepinus AND Tilapia zilli from The Argungu River, Northwestern Nigeria, and The Associated Human Health Risks from Their Consumption

N. Salisu, K. M. Abubakar, J. Umar, H. Abubakar, M. Abubakar, S. Abubakar, S. Aliyu, H. M. Mafara

244-256

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Animal- Based Wastes as Sustainable Soil Conditioners Improve Morphometric Traits and Nutritional Compositions of Amaranthus Hybridus L.

A. W. Ojewumi, D. O. Adelugba, J. O. Ajayi, M. G. Sejero, C. J. Nwankudu, F. K. Raji, A. O. Ani

257-270

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Restoration Potential of Organic Manure on Abandoned Farmlands for Solanum Crops in Awka, Nigeria

C. O. Agulefoh, K. U. Ekwealor, K. E. Okereke, C. C. Ozigbo

271-288

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Effects of Carbon and Nitrogen Sources on Biosurfactant Production by Bacteria

S. C. Nnabugwu, T. M. C. Ajogwu, J. C. Ohuche, C. Osilo, C. C. Ekwealor, I. A. Ekwealor

289-310

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Shelf-Life Evaluation of House Cricket (Acheta domesticus) Meal as an Alternative Protein Source in Nigeria

O. A. Omogunloye-Adeoye, T. O. Adesetan, O. A. Lawal

332-346

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Symptom-Based Management May Miss the Burden of Trichomonas vaginalis Infection: Maternal Care Practices among Healthcare Providers and Epidemiological Assessment of Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teachin

P. O. Chibuoke, C. O. Amoke, F. G. Egbuche, J. O. Obi, N. A. Kamalu, B. C. Umeano, B. S. Omeugwu, E. G. Nnelife, C. M. Egbuche

311-331

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Intestinal Parasitic Infections and Wash Practices among School-Aged Children in Anaocha Local Government Area, Anambra State, Nigeria.

L. C. Umeokpala, C. U. Uzochukwu, I. E. Obiefule, B. C. Umeanor, B. C. Ikpeoha, P. O. Chibuoke, P. O. Chibuoke

347-369

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Antibacterial Evaluation of Leaf Extracts of Lonchocarpus cyanescens (Schum & Thonn.) on Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Associated with food poisoning

Williams Adesina, Anthony Kayode Onifade, Friday Imokhome Ikhiboya

370-381

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