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Overview of Influence of Biomass Pretreatment: Hydrolyzed vs Unhydrolyzed on BioH2 Yield
Abstract: Infact, overview on the potential of the hydrolyzed and unhydrolyzed biodigester system to produce biohydrogen (BioH2) gas using wood saw dust material obtained from Nigeria was examined with respect to the influence of the biomass build-up as well as related to the pretreatment property. The production of hydrogen gas was influenced by the pH and particle size of the wood saw dust and both the hydrolyzed and unhydrolyzed biodigester yielded …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Sonochemical Synthesis of Copper Nanoparticles:Process Fundamentals, Scale-Up Challenges, andIndustrial Opportunities
Abstract: The sonochemical synthesis of copper nanoparticles (Cu NPs) has emerged as a powerful and widely investigated strategy in nanomaterials research, owing to the unique physicochemical conditions generated during ultrasonic irradiation. Acoustic cavitation induced by sonication produces transient microenvironments characterized by extremely high local temperatures, pressures, and rapid cooling rates, which collectively enable efficient reduction of copper precursors into nanoscale particles. These conditions cannot be easily achieved through conventional synthetic routes, …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 37–43 Read article
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Evaluation of Coconut Coir Feasibility as Fluid Loss Control Material in Comparison with Commonly Used NUTPLUG
Abstract: This work centers on decreasing drilling fluid loss circulation by using coconut coir as a loss circulation material. Millions of dollars are invested yearly to counteract lost circulation and its consequences, including clogged pipes, blowouts, and abandoned wells. Drilling mud was formulated with varied percentages of coconut coir and nut plugs, which were utilized as loss circulation materials to minimize or decrease drilling fluid loss. The two materials being compared …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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Smart Wastewater Treatment Plant Modeling Using ANN And ASM1 MATLAB Simulation
Abstract: Wastewater Treatment Plants (WWTPs) are necessary infrastructure for protecting the environment and public health, but modeling and predicting performance has been an ongoing challenge for engineers working within a WWTP and regulators of the environment. For many years the Activated Sludge Model No. 1 (ASM1) has been the standard for simulating biological treatment processes, but the conventional implementations in MATLAB do not provide the user-friendly interface, the predictive intelligence, or …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 44–62 Read article
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Evaluation of Kinetic Parameters of Total PetroleumHydrocarbon Degradation Using Grape Leaf as Nutrientto Catalyze the Reaction
Abstract: The outcomes of the research are to determine and evaluate the kinetic parameters of total petroleum hydrocarbon degradation using grape leaf as nutrient to catalyze the reaction. The application of the Michaelis–Menten model equation in combination with the Lineweaver–Burk Plot theoretical conceptual techniques was adopted in handling the computation of the functional parameters and coefficients of the system. The impact of bio-remediant dosage was monitored, and the kinetic parameters were …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Articulating Precarious Waters: A Critical Review of Pharmaceutical Contaminants, Their Pathways, and Ecological–Health Risks in the Aquatic Systems of Bihar, India
Abstract: The article examines the emerging yet under-documented issue of pharmaceutical contaminants in Bihar’s aquatic environment, focusing on their types, occurrence, sources, and implications for ecology and human health. Pharmaceuticals and personal care products-including antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, analgesics, beta‑blockers, and hormones – are conceptualized as pseudo-persistent pollutants because continuous inputs from households, healthcare facilities, and diffuse anthropogenic activities sustain their presence in surface water and groundwater despite individual compounds having …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 28–51 Read article
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Getting Rid of Carbon: A New Direction for the Chemical Industry
Abstract: The chemical industry is a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions due to its reliance on fossil-based feedstocks, energy-intensive processing routes, and long-lived capital infrastructure. Achieving international climate targets therefore requires deep decarbonisation across the entire chemical value chain, a transition complicated by technological limitations, economic risks, and systemic operational barriers. This article critically evaluates key emission-reduction pathways, including electrification of process heat, substitution of fossil resources with bio-based …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 52–61 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Aspects of Carrageenan Hydrogel–Silver Composite Systems: Synthesis, Structure, and Performance
Abstract: This review presents a green chemistry–driven strategy for the synthesis, design, and chemical engineering of carrageenan-based hydrogel matrices embedded with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for advanced biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Silver nanoparticles were fabricated through an environmentally benign route employing natural biopolymeric reducing and stabilizing agents, eliminating the need for hazardous chemical reagents and minimizing ecological impact. The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently incorporated into κ-carrageenan hydrogel networks under controlled physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–28 Read article
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Chemical Engineering Aspects of Carrageenan Hydrogel–Silver Composite Systems: Synthesis, Structure, and Performance
Abstract: This review presents a green chemistry-driven strategy for the synthesis, design, and chemical engineering of carrageenan-based hydrogel matrices embedded with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) for advanced biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Silver nanoparticles were fabricated through an environmentally benign route employing natural biopolymeric reducing and stabilizing agents, eliminating the need for hazardous chemical reagents and minimizing ecological impact. The synthesized AgNPs were subsequently incorporated into κ-carrageenan hydrogel networks under controlled physicochemical …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–27 Read article
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Chemical Processing in the E-Kidney Filtration Revolution
Abstract: The convergence of bioengineering and advanced materials science has catalyzed groundbreaking innovations in renal replacement therapies, most notably in the development of the electronic kidney (e-kidney). Central to the functionality of this compact, wearable filtration system is the integration of in situ chemical processing mechanisms that emulate the nuanced biochemical regulation of the human nephron. Unlike conventional dialysis, which relies on passive diffusion and ultrafiltration, the e-kidney employs microfluidic arrays …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Evaluation of Kinetic Parameters of Crude Oil Remediation Using Bio-Stimuant of Mint Leaf (Mentha piperita)
Abstract: Kinetic parameters of crude oil degradation as related to total petroleum hydrocarbon (TPH) were evaluated. The experiment was set-up using crude oil, loamy soil polluted and addition of bio-stimulant (nutrient based substance). The depletion of the pollutant was monitored within the contact time of 7 to 35 days. At intervals of 7 days samples were collected and analyzed to determine the TPH concentration at each bioreactor set-up, through subjecting the …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 62–71 Read article
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A Study on the Future of Industrial WastewaterTreatment Plant: Trends and Innovations
Abstract: Industrial wastewater treatment plants (IWWTPs) stand at the critical intersection of economic productivity and environmental sustainability. Unlike municipal sources, industrial effluent is characterized by extreme heterogeneity, containing highly variable concentrations of toxic heavy metals, recalcitrant organic compounds, suspended solids, and emerging contaminants. This complexity necessitates bespoke, multistage treatment trains, often combining physical, chemical, and advanced biological methods (e.g., membrane bioreactors, electrochemical oxidation, and anaerobic digestion). This analysis examines the contemporary …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Chemical Engineers at the Nanoscale: MakingNanomaterials That Work
Abstract: The convergence of chemical engineering and nanotechnology has created revolutionary prospects in material design, catalysis, energy storage, and biomedical applications. This article examines the changing responsibilities of chemical engineers in the creation and development of functional nanomaterials – substances designed at the molecular or atomic level to exhibit specific characteristics and functions. The article discusses important synthesis methods such as sol–gel processing, chemical vapor deposition, and self-assembly. It also talks …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 14–27 Read article
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Biostimulation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon ContaminatedSoils Using Bryophylum Pinnatum Extracts
Abstract: This study investigates the remediation potential of Bryophylum pinnatum extracts (water and ethanol-based) for degrading total petroleum hydrocarbons (TPH) in loamy and clay soils. Crude oil contaminants used in the study exhibited a pH of 6.76, density of 0.878 g/mL at 15 °C, kinematic viscosity of 147.4 mm²/s at 40 °C, and a flash point of 193.2 °C. The baseline TPH concentration in the soils was 48,291.14 ppm. Soils were …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Evaluation of Michaelis-Menten Constants of TPH Degradation on Clay Soil
Abstract: The degradation of Total Petroleum Hydrocarbons (TPH) in petroleum-contaminated clay soil remains a major environmental concern, particularly in regions with limited remediation options. This study investigates the enzymatic kinetics of TPH biodegradation using Michaelis-Menten modeling in the presence of Bryophyllum pinnatum leaf extracts as biostimulants. Fourteen bioreactors containing 2000g of contaminated clay soil were prepared with 100ml of crude oil and treated with varying doses (100ml, 200ml, and 300ml) of …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–12 Read article
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Tall Oil: Production, Applications, Global Market, andFuture Prospects- A Review
Abstract: The global energy demand is experiencing rapid growth due to overpopulation and massive industrialization worldwide. The stringent environmental regulations to minimize fossil fuel reliance have led to a global need to develop renewable and sustainable fuel sources. Hence, industries are increasingly looking towards non-edible oils as natural resources for biofuels, and one such promising feedstock is tall oil, a valuable by-product of the pulping industry obtained through the Kraft process. …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Tailoring Electrolytic Deposition of Zn-Ni Alloys for Superior Corrosion Resistance in Harsh Environments
Abstract: Since Zn–Ni alloy coatings are more resistant to corrosion than pure zinc coatings, they are being researched extensively. In this study, Zn–Ni alloy coatings electrolytically deposited from an acidic sulfate bath are investigated. The study looks into how the microstructure, phase composition, and corrosion resistance of the coatings are affected by deposition factors like pH, current density, and electrolyte composition. X-ray diffraction (XRD), potentiodynamic polarization, and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Role of Human Carboxylesterase’s in Xenobiotics Metabolism
Abstract: According to one definition, xenobiotics are alien compounds that interfere with an organism's natural metabolism. Many xenobiotics can have a number of harmful effects if they don't have metabolism. There are several phase 1 metabolizing enzymes of xenobiotics which have capability to detoxify the toxic compounds. Several important metabolic detoxication enzymes are presented, including the mammalian microsomal cytochrome Carboxylesterases. Mammalian carboxyleterases are key enzymes from the serine hydrolase enzyme. Carboxylesterases …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 13–22 Read article
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A Review of AI and Machine Learning Techniques in Dew Point Pressure Prediction for Gas Condensate Systems
Abstract: Condensate gas reservoirs pose considerable management challenges due to their intricate phase behavior and the critical need for accurate predictions of dew point pressure (PDew). A precise determination of PDew is vital for optimizing production strategies, estimating reserves, and planning enhanced oil recovery operations. Traditional methods for PDew determination often involve experimental analyses that can be both costly and time-consuming, highlighting the necessity for alternative predictive models. This review consolidates …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article
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Effect of Natural Cellulosic Fiber Surface Modifications on the Mechanical Feature Reinforced Polymer Composites
Abstract: The current era's remedies to global warming revolve around replacing fossil fuels with more ecologically friendly biodegradable materials in order to slow down the rate at which they are being depleted. Calotropis gigantea fruit bunch (CGFB) fiber is one kind of substitute material that this work envisage using in place of plastics in the construction of composite materials, as supported by the study literature. CGFB fiber was chosen for this …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 Read article