Life sciences and Bio-engineering: Recent submissions
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Evaluating Rhizobium and Bradyrhizobium species as potential biocontrol agents for root rot fungi in soybean seedlings
(Technology in Agronomy, 2024)Soybean (Glycine max) is among the legumes which are highly prone to soil-borne pathogens which causes root-rot diseases limiting the growth and development resulting to low yield of plants. This study was conducted to ... -
Characterization of phenotypic traits associated with anthracnose resistance in selected common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) breeding material
(Elsevier Ltd, 2024-02-27)Anthracnose caused by Colletotrichum lindemuthianum is the major common bean disease worldwide causing complete yield loss under favourable disease conditions. This study aimed to determine phenotypic traits associated ... -
Effectiveness of complementary sorting methods in reducing aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts
(BRILL WAGENINGEN ACADEMIC, 2023-12-07)Aflatoxin contamination of staple foods remains a public health concern in many tropical and sub-tropical countries. In sub-Saharan Africa, groundnuts are a significant source of aflatoxin (AF) in vulnerable populations such ... -
Climate-smart aquaculture in Tanzania: Assessment of transitional and heavy metals concentrations in a commonly used local feed ingredient for Tilapia farming
(IJASRE, 2023-11)A study conducted from January through May 2023 to assess the concentrations of heavy and transitional metals in a commonly used local feed ingredient in a farmed Nile tilapia diet (Oreochromis niloticus) in Tanzania. ... -
Climate-smart solutions for tropical mountain environments
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Status, physiognomies and economic viability of hydroponic lettuce production in selected areas of Sothern TANZANIA and Central UGANDA
(2023-08)There is an increasing interest and research in soilless farming due to its ability to enhance food production amidst challenges presented by urbanization. However, the adoption of this technology is still very limited ... -
Impact of anthropogenic pollution and artisanal fishing on the population of Tilapia spp. Oreochromis niloticus and Oreochromis amphimelas in Lake Manyara, northern Tanzania
(Springer Nature B.V, 2024-01-17)Lakes are among the main sources of protein and livelihood to huge communities of rural people, and some of them house endemic fish species. The livelihood of about 200,000 rural people depends on Lake Manyara resources ... -
Fish predation affects invertebrate community structure of tropical temporary ponds, with downstream effects on phytoplankton that are obscured by pesticide pollution
(Elsevier Ltd., 2024-02-14)Aquatic biota of tropical temporary ponds typically experience a wide range of stressors that can drive the structure and dynamics of natural communities. Particularly in regions with intense agricultural activity, aquatic ... -
Epidemiologic study of q fever in smallholder dairy cattle in selected regions of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08-20)A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine prevalence and the risk factors associated with Coxiella burnetii seropositivity in smallholder dairy cattle in six regions from the southern highland and northern zones ... -
Complete genome sequence of Brucella abortus isolated from a human blood culture sample in Tanzania
(American society for microbiology, 2024-01-30)Brucella abortus causes infections in humans and livestock. Bacterial isolates are challenging to obtain, and very little is known about the genomic epidemiology of this species in Africa. Here, we report the complete ... -
The assessment of neuronal plasticity following sciatic nerve injuries in rats using electron microscopy and stereological methods
(Elsevier, 2024-02-06)The transmission of signals to the cell body from injured axons induces significant alterations in primary sensory neurons located in the ganglion tissue, the site of the perikaryon of the affected nerve fibers. Disruption ... -
Enhanced one Health surveillance approaches to guide the elimination of dog-mediated rabies in Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)Rabies causes approximately 59 000 human deaths worldwide annually. A global target of zero human deaths from dog-mediated rabies has been set for 2030, and large-scale control programs are now advocated. However, there ... -
Dietary Practices, Nutritional status, Risk of exposure to aflatoxins and Pesticide among adolescents in Boarding - high schools in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)School feeding in low income countries relies mainly on cereals and legumes. Cereals are low in nutrients and its overdependence can lead to poor nutrient intake. Cereals and legumes are susceptible to aflatoxins ... -
Field margin Plants support arthropod natural enemies in smallholder common bean farming systems in northern Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)Field margin plants provide habitats and food resources for natural enemies of pests (NEs), but their potential is poorly understood, particularly in the tropics and on smallholder farms. The experiments were conducted ... -
Process evaluation of Community-Based continuous mass dog vaccination delivery Strategies in the Mara region of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)Rabies can be eliminated if coverage of domestic dog vaccination is sustained above 40% all year-round for five-seven consecutive years. Current approaches usually fail to achieve this required vaccination coverage and ... -
Seasonal variation in forage availability and nutritional composition of the black rhino (diceros bicornis michaeli) diet in Mkomazi National Park, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)A study was conducted on rhino forage availability and diet to gather vital information for the sustainable conservation of critically endangered black rhino populations. Specifically, the study was set to establish the ... -
Rabbit urine and sunflower oil reinforced tephrosia-based formulation for cowpea insectpests management in Singida, Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)Insect pests are a major problem in cowpea production. Synthetic pesticides are used to control; however, are non-friendly to human and diversity of organisms. These negative effects raise farmers' interest in botanical ... -
Designing a novel method for brain volume quantification in investigating childhood brain atrophy and its functional effects
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)Brain atrophy is a result of volume loss commonly indicated by brain parenchyma separation from calvarium on neuroimaging. The prevalence of childhood brain atrophy has not been determined globally. Despite sporadic ... -
Community antibiotic usage and the characterization of antibiotic resistance among common bacterial isolates in selected rural and urban districts of the DODOMA Region, Central TANZANIA
(NM-AIST, 2023-07)Antibiotic resistance threatens the treatment of bacterial infections globally. This cross- sectional study was conducted from August 2019 to May 2021 in Dodoma. The aim was to understand the prevalence and determinants ... -
Machine learning model for prediction of malaria in low and high endemic areas of Tanzania
(NM-AIST, 2023-08)Presumptive treatment and self-medication with anti-malaria drugs is a common practice in most limited resource settings that hinders proper management of malaria. However, these approaches have been considered unreliable ...
