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Identification of Hazardous and Non Hazardous Commonly Used Skin Lightening Agents in Owerri, Nigeria through the Analyses and Determination of their Chemical Compositions.

Authors: Margaret C, Enedoh

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Bleaching creams produced by registered companies have regulated concentrations of chemicals used. But various skin lightening agents and non-registered producers of creams especially in West Africa, circulate bleaching creams with no identified active ingredient, and incidentally, these creams rema... Read more

Comparative nutritional composition of water yam (dioscorea rotundata), white yam (dioscorea alata) and cocoyam (xanthosoma)

Authors: Ejimofor Chiamaka Frances, Nwakuche Adaugo Ozioma

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The use of native foods is being promoted all across the world as a way to help people satisfy their nutritional needs. For many Nigerians, yam and cocoyam products are a staple source of energy. The purpose of this study was to compare the nutritional makeup of cocoyam (Xanthosoma), white yam (Dios... Read more

Effects of processing methods (cooking, frying and roasting) on the nutritional composition of white yam (dioscorea rotundata l)

Authors: Ejimofor Chiamaka Frances, Nwakuche Adaugo Ozioma

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One of the most significant food crops in West Africa is the yam (Dioscorea rotundata). For many people in tropical nations, it is a significant source of carbs and nutritious energy. Roots and tubers are rarely consumed uncooked, much like many other foods. The purpose of this study is to investiga... Read more

A Comparative Study on Consumer Perception Towards Hitachi and LG Air Conditioners in Ahmedabad City

Authors: Mohammed Bilal Shaikh , Safin Khan Pathan, Dr. Jignesh Vidani

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This study explores consumer perception towards Hitachi and LG air conditioners in Ahmedabad city. With rising urbanization and climate change, air conditioners are now essential appliances. The research compares the two brands on key factors such as brand awareness, cooling performance, energy effi... Read more

Strategies to Integrate Innovation into Business Policies in the Nigerian Private Sector

Authors: Omotosho Michael Sunday

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The Nigerian private sector plays a vital role in driving economic growth and development. To remain competitive and sustainable, businesses must integrate innovation into their policies and practices. This article explores strategies for integrating innovation into business policies in the Nigerian... Read more

Collaborative Valorisation of Agricultural Residues: A Framework for Sustainable Construction in Nigeria

Authors: Omotosho Michael Sunday

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Nigeria generates significant amounts of Farm waste, which can be repurposed into sustainable building materials. However, the lack of a structured approach to innovation management hinders the effective utilization of these waste materials. The high Expenses associated with procuring construction i... Read more

Preservative Potential of Lactobacillus Species for the Control of Post-Rot of Sweet Potatoes (Ipomea Batatas)

Authors: Ejimofor Chiamaka Frances

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This report presents a comprehensive investigation into the preservative potential of Lactobacillus species as a sustainable biological control agent against post-harvest rot in sweet potatoes (Ipomea batatas). The pervasive issue of sweet potato spoilage significantly contributes to global food ins... Read more