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Characterization of Urine for Production of Bio-Hydrogen Gas forEnergy Utilization using Wood Saw Dusts
Abstract: Research has demonstrated the significance of urine in the area of production of BioH 2 gas for the purpose of energy utilization using wood saw dust as the raw material. The bio-nutrients of the urine was characterized by considering the following parameter and its value determined as demonstrated in the area of pH (6.80), Total Solids (TS) (6050mg/l), Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) (4250mg/l), Total Suspended Solid (TSS) (1800mg/l), Chemical Oxygen …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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e-Kidney Filtration System (EKS) Using Sensor: A Study
Abstract: This research presents the design and preliminary validation of an E-Kidney Filtration System (EKS), an innovative artificial kidney leveraging advanced sensor technology for precise and adaptable blood filtration. Traditional hemodialysis, while life-sustaining, is a passive process with inherent limitations in its ability to dynamically respond to individual patient needs and fluctuations in physiological parameters. EKS aims to overcome these limitations by integrating a suite of real-time biosensors and electrochemical sensors …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 31–40 Read article
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Study of Electrical Polarization of Some Elements:The Effect of Displacement
Abstract: Electrical polarization is an essential phenomenon for material science, portraying the response of a material to the external electric field. This conceptual review has provided a model-based approach to understanding electrical polarization, The following elements as stated considered in this research, such as potassium (K), magnesium (Mg), scandium (Sc), titanium (Ti), vanadium (V) and chromium (Cr). Monitoring electrical polarization is the goal of this study. The electrical polarization model is …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 12–21 Read article
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Optimizing Dyeing Processes for Nylon: A Study onUltrasonic and Natural Dye Application
Abstract: This study focuses on the application of natural dyes, specifically those derived from onion (Allium cepa) extracts, for dyeing nylon fabric, while assessing the impact of different mordants, including potassium dichromate, copper sulfate, and alum. The research explores the effectiveness of High Temperature High Pressure dyeing techniques to enhance dye uptake and color fastness. Natural dyes, traditionally viewed as less effective than synthetic counterparts, are being reevaluated for their eco-friendly …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 9–15 Read article
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Investigation on the Characteristics of Chromolaena Odorata (Awolowo leaf) in Petroleum Hydrocarbon Degradation in Loamy Soil Environment
Abstract: The application of Chromolaena odorata (Awolowo leaf), processed into powder form, was used as a biostimulant for petroleum hydrocarbon degradation and mitigation in a loamy soil environment. In this investigation, the physicochemical and microbial characteristics of the sample were determined, as presented in this research, including pH, electrical conductivity (EC), total nitrogen (T.N), total phosphorus (T.P), potassium (K), total organic carbon, and P. fluorescence. Corynebacterium sp., Arthrobacter, Bacillus, Acinetobacter iwoffi, …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 13–23 Read article
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Physico-Chemical Analysis of Oji-River in Enugu State,Nigeria to Ascertain its Pollution Level
Abstract: Physico-chemical investigations were carried out on Oji-river using standard methods to ascertain thelevel and sources of pollution. The distribution of pollutants due to anthropogenic activities wasreported. Evaluation revealed the mean range values of the following parameters; pH, 5.98 – 6.15,turbidity, 2.10 – 7.90 NTU, total suspended solid (TSS), 0.70 – 5.40 mgL-1, total dissolved solid (TDS),18.20 – 49.60 mgL-1, electrical conductivity (EC), 39.60 – 107.90 µScm-1, alkalinity, 20.0 – 34.0 …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Microbial Architects of Soil Health: A Multifaceted Approach to Improving Plant Nutrition, Biocontrol, and Phytohormone Production
Abstract: The intricate relationship between plants and soil harbours a thriving community of microorganisms, unseen yet essential. Through numerous mechanisms, these microscopic marvels are essential to sustaining the health of the soil and encouraging robust plant growth. Microbes in the soil are essential for enhancing plant nutrition. Bacteria and fungi act as silent collaborators, facilitating the process of solubilizing and mobilising essential nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, and nitrogen within the soil. …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 29–42 Read article
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Growth Potential and Effects of Leucaena leucocephala on Physicochemical Properties of Spent Engine Oil Polluted Soil
Abstract: Reclamation of spent engine oil (SEO) polluted soil is important for agricultural development in our environment. The greenhouse experiment was conducted for 16 weeks to investigate the potential of Leucaena leucocephala (LL) to survive in and improve the physicochemical properties in soil polluted with SEO at; 2.5%, 5%, 10% v/w and 0% served as the control. Plant height and girth were taken weekly and bulk density, porosity, pH, nitrogen, phosphorus, …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–23 Read article
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Humic substances and their importance on plant health and yield
Abstract: Plant growth depends on several factors. Optimum nutrients, water absorption, light quality and intensity, soil structure and fertility and many other factors control plant development. Good quality organic matter present in soil is crucial for soil structure and plant growth. Soils that are equipped with adequate amounts of nutrients viz., nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium; but devoid of humic substances undergo stress and retarded growth. Plants grown in presence of humic substances …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 6–9 Read article
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The effect of wheat straw leachate on growth of oyster mushroom (Pleurotus ostreatus) spawn
Abstract: Wheat straw (Triticum aestivum – Duzi) is known for its growth inhibitor in both field and in vitro experiments. The roots of lettuce and wheat seedlings were particularly inhibited when incubated with leachate of wheat straw. In South Africa, mushroom industry is the only industry that directly converts straw into a protein source for human consumption. Therefore, the objectives of the study was to assess the potential growth inhibition of …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Agronomy of Rice Husks
Abstract: Rice husk and hull is the waste material of rice mill. These have been hard, fibrous and abraded capabilities. Bio active and biodegradable rice husk/hull have been studied to claim remaining form by firing at scaled opts of amorphous and crystal forms of silica. Metallic constitutive like iron, manganese, sodium, potassium, lead, copper have suggestive towards route to subscribe purest form after firing. Preparations out of raw forms have subjectively …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 52–57 Read article
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Investigation on the Viability and Performance of Justicia Carnea Plant Extracts Treated on Crude Oil Remediation in Loamy Soil
Abstract: This study was carried out to investigate the viability and the performance of Justicia carnea plant extracts treated with direct sunlight and the absence of sunlight on the bioremediation process of crude oil contaminated loamy soils sample obtained from the Otari community in Abua Local Government Area of Rivers State of Nigeria. Total petroleum hydrocarbon degraded, total microbial count, pH, amount of nitrogen, phosphate, and potassium, soil total organic carbon, …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–21 Read article
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Assessment of Different Wheat Varieties Under Various Nitrogen Levels
Abstract: The correlation between nitrogen (N) application and yield of different wheat varieties was determined at the farms of University of Agriculture Peshawar. Three different wheat varieties viz Pirsabaq 2103, Galaxy and Insaf were grown at five different N levels viz. 0, 40, 80, 120 and 160 kg N ha-1 under randomized complete block design with three replications in split plot arrangements. Mineral fertilizers such as Urea source was used for …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 16–30 Read article
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Development and Validation of a Reversed-Phase HPLC Method for the Simultaneous Determination of Telmisartan and Its Related Compound B (Positional Isomers) in the Bulk Drug
Abstract: A simple, selective, accurate, precise and linear RP-HPLC method was developed and validation for Simultaneous determination of Telmisartan and its related Compound B 4ʹ-[(1,7-Dimethyl-2'-propyl[2,5'-bi-1H-benzimidazol]-1'-yl)methyl][1,1'-biphenyl]-2-carboxylic acid; 4'-[(1,7'-dimethyl-2'-propyl-1H,1'H-2,5'-bibenzo[d]imidazol-1'-yl)methyl]biphenyl-2-carboxylic acid; was accomplished in the bulk drug and synthesis for drug and a tablet formulation using a Reversed Phase High Performance liquid chromatography method with UV detection separation was achieved on Inertsil ODS-3V column (150 × 4.6 mm, 5 μm) (GL Science) as stationary …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 12–23 Read article
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Physico-chemical Analysis of Some Soil Sample around Jaypee Nagar Industrial Area in Postmonsoon Season Session 2012–2013 of Rewa, District MP (India)
Abstract: In the present study, various physico-chemical factors were assessed for the whole year during pre- and postmonsoon season session 2012–2013 to determine the impact cement dust on the soil quality around Jaypee Nagar industrial area. Physico-chemical parameters such as pH, electrical conductivity, organic carbon, phosphorus, potassium, CEC, calcium, magnesium, sulphate, are taken. Most of the samples are within permissible limit. The positive correlation was observed among most of the Physico-Chemical …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–16 Read article
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Analytical Profiling of Processed Printer Inks on Papers for Inorganic Trace Elements by Energy Dispersive X-Ray Microanalysis
Abstract: For the forensic examination of printed documents, an attempt has been made to determine the elemental composition of inks of ink jet printer taken from sample documents using nondestructive technique of Scanning Electron Microscope-Energy Dispersive X-Ray Spectrometry and in order to generate the analytical profiling of printed inks for inorganic trace elements leading to the differentiation of printers. All the four primary inks used in printers are the matrix of …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 5–13 Read article
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Macro-compounds and Macro-cycles with Their Applications
Abstract: Macro-compounds represent an ancient class of compounds that enter into coordination chemistry as a ligands such as (crown ethers, aza, thia and others), or in the field of organic chemistry through large cyclic compounds such as porphyrins, vitamins and others, where corona ethers are strongly linked with specific cations forming coordination complexes, In which the oxygen atoms occupy positions suitable for coordination with a cation located inside the ring, and …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Turn-On” Fluorescence Sensing of Bilirubin Using Water-Soluble Conjugated Polymer
Abstract: Early detection of bilirubin is important to detect jaundice and hepatitis disease at the early stage. Currently, there is no fast method available to detect bilirubin level directly in the presence of crucial interference. This report presents a novel water-soluble poly(fluorenes-alt-benzothiadiazole) for turnon sensing of bilirubin in water and human blood serum. The probe is the water-soluble conjugated polymer poly(fluorenes-alt-benzothiadiazole) functionalized with a D-glucuronic acid named PF-BTGlcA. D-glucuronic acid acts …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 13–20 Read article
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Production of Waste Animal Bone as a Heterogeneous Solid Base Catalyst for Transesterification of Jatropha Oil
Abstract: Heterogeneous catalyst plays a vital role in transesterification process, especially in view of cost and reusability. In this study, heterogeneous solid base catalyst was prepared by impregnating the waste animal bone with different weight percent (wt%) KOH solution followed by drying and calcination at 900 °C for 3 hr. Having screened the catalytic performance and basicity of animal bone loaded with different K-compounds, 12 wt% KOH loaded on animal bone …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 28–48 Read article
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Chemical Analysis of Ground Water Quality in Jaipur for Multi Purposes
Abstract: Jaipur's groundwater quality is steadily declining as a result of the city's growing development and modernization. The present study's assessment of the water quality is restricted to the principal ions' concentrations, distributions, relative abundances, and patterns of changeability in the chemistry of the groundwater. An evaluation of groundwater for domestic usage is made based on the chemicals present in the water. 22 ground water samples from Jaipur, Rajasthan, were collected …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 40–44 Read article