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- 1. ISOLATION AND CHARACTERIZATION OF FUNGI ASSOCIATED WITH SOLID WASTE IN UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI CAMPUS PRESENTED BY: Babangida Adamu I.D NUMBER: 18/08/06/233 SUPERVISED BY: MISS GRACE A. FELIX A PROJECT PROPOSAL DEFENSE PRESENTED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF MICROBIOLOGY, FACULTY OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF MAIDUGURI, BORNO STATE. AUGUST, 2023.
- 2. INTRODUCTION Solid waste management is a global challenge that has significant health and environmental implications. Fungi are known to be present in solid waste and can cause a variety of problems, including the production of toxins, the degradation of materials, and the release of harmful compounds into the environment. In addition, the presence of fungi in solid waste can create an unsanitary environment that can lead to the spread of diseases. The University of Maiduguri campus is not immune to these problems, as the presence of solid waste has been identified as a major challenge. (Abegaz, A. A. 2007)
- 3. STATEMENT OF PROBLEMS The University of Maiduguri campus has a significant solid waste management challenge, which may have an impact on public health and environmental quality. The presence of fungi associated with solid waste may be a significant contributor to this problem. However, there is limited information on the specific types of fungi that are present in the campus' solid waste, as well as the characteristics of these fungi. Therefore, there is a need to identify and characterize the fungi associated with solid waste in the University of Maiduguri campus, to better understand the extent of the problem and develop appropriate solutions.
- 4. JUSTIFICATION OF STUDY The isolation and characterization of fungi associated with solid waste in the University of Maiduguri campus is important for several reasons. First, it will help to determine the specific fungi that are present in the campus' solid waste, which is essential for understanding the extent of the problem and developing appropriate solutions. Second, it will provide information on the characteristics of these fungi, such as their growth rate, nutritional requirements, and ability to produce toxins, which is important for assessing their potential impact on public health and the environment.
- 5. AIMS The aim of this study is to isolate and characterize the fungi that are associated with solid waste in the University of Maiduguri campus, in order to better understand their potential impact on public health and the environment.
- 6. OBJECTIVES • • - Determine the types of fungi present in solid waste collected from the University of Maiduguri campus. • - Identify the morphological characteristics of the fungi isolated from solid waste. • - Assess the antimicrobial activity of the isolated fungi. • - Assess the heavy metal content of the fungi isolated from solid waste. • •
- 7. MATERIALS • Sterile Conical Flasks • Sterilized trowel • Sterile petri dish • Incubator • Culture media • Biochemical identification techniques • Distilled water • Phenolphthalein indicator E. T. C
- 8. METHODS The methods for this study will include the collection and analysis of solid waste samples from the University of Maiduguri campus. A total of 10 solid waste samples will be collected from various locations on the campus, such as residential halls, the library, and the cafeteria. The samples will be placed in sterile bags and transported to the laboratory for analysis. The samples will be processed using standard microbiological techniques, such as serial dilutions and plating on agar media. Fungal colonies will be identified based on colony morphology, microscopy, and molecular techniques. The results will be analyzed using statistical methods.
- 9. EXPECTED OUTCOME The expected outcome of the study is to gain a better understanding of the fungi that are associated with solid waste in the University of Maiduguri campus. It is anticipated that the study will identify the specific fungi that are present, as well as their characteristics and potential health and environmental impacts. It is hoped that this information will lead to the development of effective strategies for the management of solid waste in the campus, and the prevention of any associated health and environmental risks.
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