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@article{jaafaru,mohammedsani2024,
 author = {Jaafaru, Mohammed Sani},
 title = {Flavonoids-rich extract of Aframomum melegueta (black pepper) improves antioxidant status and modulates aging process in lead-induced neurotoxic Drosophila melanogaster},
 journal = {Eurasian J. Sci. Eng},
 volume = {10},
 number = {2},
 pages = {34-45},
 year = {2024}
}