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Assessment of Mineral and Vitamin Constituents of SAMPEA-11 and SAMPEA 20T Cowpea Cultivars Titus, Stephen D.; Ishaya, Samuel G.; Emmanuel, Allahnanan; Bariya, Clever E.; Bulus, Ebwaseh D.; Gurama, Sarah B.; Daniel, Ejembi O.
Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS Vol 3 No 1 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS
Publisher : Darul Yasin Al Sys

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mikailalsys.v3i1.4365

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This experiment was carried out to Assess mineral, and vitamin constituents of SAMPEA-11 and SAMPEA 20T cowpea cultivars. Plant materials were purchased from the Institute for Agricultural Research, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. Minerals were determined using Atomic Absorption Spectrometer while vitamin contents were analyzed using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography. SAMPEA 20T had high potassium concentration of 8.920 ppm, while copper was 0.059 ppm. For SAMPEA-11, potassium also had the highest concentration at 6.760 ppm, followed by phosphorus, 3.626 ppm and calcium, 1.630 ppm. Lower concentrations of iron, zinc, copper, and magnesium were noted in both cultivars. In SAMPEA 20T, two vitamins were detected: Vitamin B1 and Folate with concentrations of 2.123 mg and 11.060 mg, respectively. In SAMPEA-11, three vitamins were detected: Thiamine, Folate, and Vitamin E with concentrations of 12.450 mg, 23.459 mg and 3.047 mg respectively. The analysis of SAMPEA-11 and SAMPEA 20T cowpea cultivars shows a significant presence of potassium among the minerals, and a predominant presence of Folate, with notable concentrations of Thiamine and Vitamin E. The variety of nutrients highlight the nutritional value and potential health benefits of these cowpea cultivars.
Buterfly Species Diversity and Abundance in Taraba State College of Agricultural Science and Technology, Jalingo Taraba State, Nigeria Garkida, David Musa; David, Delphine Leila; Emmanuel, Allahnanan; Danjuma, Tsintop Bishi; Fred, Ernest Wayas
Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS Vol 3 No 1 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mikailalsys.v3i1.4776

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Butterflies are in the order Lepidoptera, which are insect with scaled wings. Over 28,000 species of butterflies exist in the world today contributing to one-quarter of all named species on the earth. Lepidoptera is important to man and the health of the environment. Butterflies play a significant role in the pollination of crops and as aesthetics. The study assessed the diversity and abundance of butterfly species in the Taraba State College of Agricultural Science and Technology, Jalingo, Nigeria. Line transects were used to survey two study sites within the School using handheld sweep nets in January to March, 2024. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. A total of 1,153 individuals representing 21 butterfly species belonging to 3 families were recorded across the two study sites. Out of these, members belonging to the family Lyceanidae were the most csommon with 6 species being recorded accounting for 46.2% of the total species and 93.2% of total number of individuals collected in engineering complex while members belonging to the family Nymphalidae were the most common with 10 species being recorded accounting for 52.6% of the total species and low in the total number of individuals with 37.8% collected in staff quarters. Species richness, evenness and diversity varied from study sites to sites (R= 2.7014 – 2.0293), (e= 0.6691 – 0.6317), (H1= 1.9700 – 1.6203). It was recommended that management effort towards conservation be put in place so as to ensure sustenance of butterflies and ecosystem services derived from them, and further exploration of butterfly species be done to update this checklist.
Recent Advances in Lipid Metabolism and Regulations: A Review Titus, Stephen Dio; Emmanuel, Allahnanan; Stephen, Ezeonu Chukwuma; Tatah, Silas Verwiyeh; Arowora, Kayode Adebisi
Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS Vol 3 No 1 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mikailalsys.v3i1.5044

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Lipid metabolism is a highly intricate and tightly regulated process essential for cellular function, energy homeostasis, and metabolic balance. It encompasses lipid synthesis (lipogenesis), storage, breakdown (lipolysis and β-oxidation), and transport, all of which are orchestrated by complex regulatory networks involving enzymes, transcription factors, hormones, and environmental influences. Dysregulation of lipid metabolism is implicated in various metabolic disorders, including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and metabolic syndrome. Recent advances in lipidomics, molecular biology, and metabolic engineering have significantly expanded our understanding of lipid metabolism, revealing novel regulatory mechanisms and therapeutic targets. The discovery of non-coding RNAs (e.g., microRNAs and long non-coding RNAs) as modulators of lipid homeostasis has provided new insights into gene regulation, while research on gut microbiome interactions has highlighted the role of microbial metabolites in lipid metabolism. Key metabolic pathways, such as fatty acid synthesis, triglyceride metabolism, cholesterol biosynthesis, and ketogenesis, are controlled by pivotal regulatory elements, including peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPARs), sterol regulatory element-binding proteins (SREBPs), and AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK). Additionally, cholesterol biosynthesis, transport, and excretion are modulated through intricate feedback mechanisms involving the liver, lipoproteins, and sterol regulatory networks. This review explores the latest advancements in lipid metabolism, including lipidomics applications, regulatory mechanisms, and emerging therapeutic strategies for metabolic disorders. A deeper understanding of lipid metabolic pathways and their regulation will pave the way for novel precision medicine approaches in managing lipid-related diseases and optimizing metabolic health.
Assessment of Fish Species Composition and Abundance at Selected Landing Sites Along the Upper Benue River Basin in Taraba State, Nigeria David, Delphine Leila; Godwin, Chinyere Ojiofor; Garkida, David Musa; Emmanuel, Allahnanan
Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS Vol 3 No 1 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Science: MIKAILALSYS
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58578/mikailalsys.v3i1.5052

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This study assesses fish species composition and abundance at selected landing sites along the Upper Benue River Basin in Taraba State, Nigeria. Fish sampling was conducted monthly over six months (February to August 2022) at Mayo-Renewo and Lau landing sites using various fishing methods, including traps, gillnets, and hook and line. A total of 6,519 fish specimens from 26 species and 22 families were recorded. The dominant species were Tilapia galilaeus, Distichodus rostratus, and Alestes macroplepidotus in Mayo-Renewo, while Clarias gariepinus, Heterotis niloticus, and Alestes macroplepidotus were most abundant in Lau. The Shannon-Weiner Diversity Index indicated moderate species diversity, with values of -3.20703 at Mayo-Renewo and -3.28523 at Lau. Length-weight relationships showed positive allometric growth in most species, with a mean condition factor (K) above 1, indicating a favorable aquatic environment. Physicochemical analyses revealed variations in temperature (21.46–24.58°C), dissolved oxygen (6.1–8.4 mg/L), pH (8.22–8.62), electrical conductivity (340–840 µS/cm), total dissolved solids (170–556 mg/L), and turbidity (192–320 NTU). Statistical analysis (ANOVA) confirmed significant seasonal differences in these parameters (p < 0.05). The findings highlight the ecological health of the river and the importance of continuous monitoring to sustain fish biodiversity and productivity.