Publications by authors named "J A O Oyekunle"
Point of Care (POC) diagnosis provides an effective approach for controlling and managing Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs). Electrochemical biosensors are well-suited for molecular diagnostics due to their high sensitivity, cost-effectiveness, and ease of integration into POC devices. Schistosomiasis is a prominent NTD highly prevalent in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, with significant socioeconomic implications such as discrimination, reduced work capacity, or mortality, perpetuating the cycle of poverty in affected regions worldwide.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study determined the concentrations and seasonal variations of phthalate esters (PAEs) in water and sediment samples of the receiving stream within the vicinity of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife dumpsite. The objective of this study was to evaluate the pollution status of the study area by determining the levels of PAEs in water and sediment samples. This assessment aimed to understand the presence and extent of phthalate ester pollution in the study area.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThis study examined the surface morphology and photocatalytic activity of nickel oxide (NiO) nanoparticles prepared through a chemical method. The synthesized nanoparticle was characterized by using spectroscopic and microscopic techniques. Photocatalytic degradation of hazardous Eriochrome Black T (EBT) was carried out using the synthesized nanoparticle and the efficiency of the NiO used was determined.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objectives: Women are grossly under-represented among blood donors in Nigeria. We, therefore, determined the barriers, motivators and appealing incentives to blood donation among women in Nigeria.
Materials And Methods: This was an internet-based cross-sectional study among women aged 18-65 years.
Article Synopsis
- The study evaluated the effects of leachate from the Oke-Tage waste dumpsite on groundwater quality by analyzing groundwater and soil samples for various physicochemical and geochemical properties.
- Findings showed that groundwater was contaminated with high levels of Cadmium (Cd) and Lead (Pb), and physicochemical measurements indicated elevated Electrical Conductivity (EC) and Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) in the water.
- Although the health risk assessment found no significant risks from metal exposure due to HI values lower than 1, the researchers advised caution in using water from this area for drinking and similar purposes due to overall contamination levels.