Solid-state fermentation production of L-lysine by Corynebacterium glutamicum (ATCC 13032) using agricultural by-products as substrate.

To meet the growing demand for L-lysine, an essential amino acid with various applications, it is crucial to produce it on a large scale locally instead of relying solely on imports. This study aimed to evaluate the potential of using Corynebacterium glutamicum ATCC 13032 for L-lysine production from agricultural by-products such as palm kernel cake, soybean cake, groundnut cake, and rice bran. Solid-state fermentation was conducted at room temperature for 72 h, with the addition of elephant grass extract as a supplement.

Solid-state fermentation of cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz): a review.

Solid-state fermentation (SSF) is a promising technology for producing value-added products from cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz). In this process, microorganisms are grown on cassava biomass without the presence of free-flowing liquid. Compared to other processing methods, SSF has several advantages, such as lower costs, reduced water usage, and higher product yields.

Biochemical characterization of solid-state fermented cassava roots (Manihot esculenta Crantz) and its application in broiler feed formulation.

The biochemical parameters of solid-state fermented peeled and unpeeled cassava roots (Manihot esculenta Crantz) and their application in broiler feed formulations were investigated. Fermentation occurred at room temperature for 72 h (pH 3-9). The samples utilized for five (5) broiler starter feeds were labeled: control, unfermented unpeeled cassava (UUC), unfermented peeled cassava (UPC), fermented unpeeled cassava (FUC), and fermented peeled cassava (FPC).

Concentrations and risks of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) in transformer oils and the environment of a power plant in the Niger Delta, Nigeria.

The concentrations of Ʃ14 PCBs were determined, with the aid of gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), in transformer/turbine oils, soils, groundwater, and drainage water collected within a power plant in the Niger Delta of Nigeria. The Ʃ14 PCB concentrations in the transformer oils, drainage water, groundwater and soils ranged from 484 to 48506 mg kg, 0.99 to 2.

Prevalence of hyperglycemia and risk factors for orodental disease in Nigeria: Implications of opportunistic screening.

Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM) is associated with complications and orodental disease. Whether screening for DM during orodental health visits is a potential option is yet to be established in Nigeria. This study aims at assessing the prevalence of hyperglycemia in orodental disease as a clinical scenario to capitalize for opportunistic screening.

Prediabetes and cardiovascular complications screening in Nigeria: A family case presentation.

Metabolic disorders are on the increase globally, and the need for screening remains imperative. This case report is of a 48-year-old man who was screened as dyslipidaemic and on metabolic syndrome prevention, precipitating screening of family relatives. The extended family members (N=11) were invited for screening, of which 4 were hyperglycaemic, 3 had hypercholesterolaemia; and the HDL levels of 6 participants were abnormal.

Co-morbidity of Diabetes Mellitus and Orodental Diseases in Nigeria.

Background: Although several epidemiological studies have reported an association between diabetes mellitus (DM) and orodental health. However, the occurrence of the co-morbidity of both diseases has been more of suspicion than evidence-based. DM is a serious public health concern globally, and in Nigeria.