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Synthesis, Crystal Growth and Characterization of Bismuth Doped Potassium Hydrogen Phthalate Crystal (Khp): A Nlo Material
Abstract: To create single crystals using the Slow Evaporation Solution Growth Technique (SEST), equimolar composition of the transition metal (Bi) as Bismuth nitrate is added to Potassium Hydrogen Phthalate (KHP) (1:1) at ambient temperature. The following analysis is then performed on the single crystals that have formed. Equimolar doping-induced structural distortion in the crystals is confirmed by the FT-IR Spectra. The TGDTA study reveals the purity of the material and no …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Enhancing Concrete Sustainability: A Critical Review of Recycled Aggregate Practices
Abstract: The surge in construction material demand, propelled by urbanization, necessitates sustainable wastemanagement strategies. Recycling demolished waste into concrete has gained prominence due toenvironmental concerns and resource depletion. This review consolidates insights gleaned fromvarious studies on the utilization of recycled coarse aggregates (RCA) in concrete. Investigationsreveal that water absorption in RCA depends on adhered mortar quality, impacting mechanicalproperties. Various alternative materials and their mechanical performance are explored, highlightingtheir superiority. Studies emphasize …
Published in International Journal of Construction Engineering and Planning · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Radiation Pattern Measurement for UWB Body Worn Antenna
Abstract: In today's fast-growing world of various wireless communication applications low-profile devices are preferable. In the body area network (BAN) light weight, low profile devices are implemented on clothes. These devices are called wearable devices which are the parts of intelligent clothing. In the recent era ultra-wide band (UWB) technology is also a promising and challenging technology. In this paper, UWB is incorporated with a wearable antenna which is useful for …
Published in International Journal of Microwave Engineering and Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–13 Read article
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Increase the Shear Strength of Soil by Partial Replacement of Fly Ash
Abstract: Soil is the foundation for any civil engineering structures. It is required to bear the loads without failure. In some places, soil may be weak which cannot resist the oncoming loads. In such cases, soil stabilization is needed, numerous methods are available in the literature for soil stabilization. In this study, fly ash was mixed with clay soil to investigate the relative strength gain in terms of Vane shear test, …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 59–77 Read article
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Bamboo Reinforced Low Cost House - A Case Study
Abstract: The objective is to set up a low cost house using bamboo and its culms as reinforcement material. A prototype of such a construction has been undertaken in an area of 255 sq.ft. As bamboo acts as a structural member, it can replace steel as reinforcement. The proposed structure consists of four supporting column and one main column at its centre to achieve a better economy due to reduction in …
Published in International Journal of Town Planning and Management · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 59–70 Read article
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Role of Bioactive Compounds on Protein Utilization in Ruminants: A Review
Abstract: Insufficient nutrition is the primary drive of low productivity by ruminants. These insufficiencies can be corrected by supplementation with high-density feeds and locally available tree legumes. These tree legumes contain various types of bioactive compounds, which can be defined as secondary plant metabolites (PSM) that are extra nutritional substances having pharmacological or toxicological effects in man and animals. Besides the primary biosynthetic, the secondary metabolites are also produced within the …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 21–26 Read article
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Animal Gastrointestinal Tract in Animals Health
Abstract: The gastrointestinal tract's (GIT) functionality and health are essential elements that influence animal productivity. Since the management of GIT growth and health involves numerous complicated systems, it is critical to have a better understanding of these interconnections in order to create strategies for modulating GIT functioning and health in the perspective of better animal performance. Within in the animal scientific community, this term of "gut health" has sparked considerable interest. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 9–12 Read article
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Possible drugs for Huntington’s disease from Capsicum annuum developed using molecular docking against Huntington protein
Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the efficacy of Capsicum annuum as a suitable plant for the treatment of Huntington’s disease using Pyrx. Huntington’s disease results in the damage of the nervous system over a period of time. For this study, we take into consideration Capsaicin, a compound obtained from the fruit of Capsicum annuum (bell pepper) responsible for giving the fruit it’s pungent odor. Studies show that Capsaicin plays a crucial role …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 27–29 Read article
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Screening And Docking Studies Of Phytocompounds For Targeting Breast Cancer Receptors And Proteins
Abstract: Phytocompounds, historically endorsed by Ayurveda, have long been recognized for their therapeutic potential in addressing various ailments, including complex diseases. Investigating their efficacy in breast cancer treatment has become a focus of research, employing molecular docking and ADME (Absorption, Distribution, Metabolism, and Excretion) analyses.A study was conducted utilizing 40 selected phytocompounds to assess their impact on various breast cancer receptors and proteins. Molecular docking simulations were performed using iGEMDock and …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 9–19 Read article
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Zn2+ Biosorption Efficiency of a Nostoc sp. Isolated From a Coal Mine in Sohra, Meghalaya
Abstract: A Nostoc isolate obtained from a coal mine at Sohra in Meghalaya was evaluated for biosorption potential for Zn2+ which was one of the metal ions besides Cu2+, Cd2+, Fe3+, Mn2+ and Pb2+ found in water samples collected from the site. Zn2+ uptake potential of the cyanobacterium was analyzed calculating amount of ions removed by the isolate from Zn2+ supplemented media using atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS). The organism recorded a …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 Read article
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STUDIES ON TALC
Abstract: This article is a review on talc in short form to study elementary schemed fame. Talcum powder is a mixture of talc and other silicates. Powder form of talc has scriptive issued as two types, given by, industrial and cosmetic grades, for usage in paper, plastics, rubber, paint, and cosmetic manufacture. Talc has been soft and commonly used mineral and considered inert, and produces no reaction, when used on skin. …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 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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Activated Carbon from Rice Husk for Treating Dye Waste Water
Abstract: This study was undertaken to explore the possibility of utilizing rice husk (RH) for the production of activated carbon because of its abundant, renewable, and biodegradable raw resource, and properties such as its chemical stability, oil absorption, surface area, iodine value, and high reactivity, resulting from the presence of chemically reactive hydroxyl groups. RH is roasted at high % with low cost chemical as catalyst to reduce time, with temperature …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Creating Awareness on Toxic Nature of Mercury
Abstract: In our day to day life, we come across in contact with hundreds of substances such as natural or synthetic which are toxic. A dangerous heavy metal that is widely present in nature is mercury. Most frequently affected by mercury toxicity includes systems like neurologic, renal organ system, and gastrointestinal system. Ingestion, injection or inhalation of any type of mercury, including skin absorption of mercury can all result in poisoning …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 34–38 Read article
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Sensitive Spectrophotometric and Flame Photometric Methods for Determination of Diclofenac Sodium in Pharmaceuticals
Abstract: Diclofenac sodium (DFS) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Two new analytical methods have been developed for the assay of DFS in its pure form, tablets and injections. Spectrophotometric method is based on the oxidation of drug with known excess of cerium(IV) and oxidation of methyl orange (MO) by residual oxidant and measurement of absorbance of unreacted MO at 470 nm. Flame photometric method is based on the measurement of …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Stability Indicating Spectrophotometric Methods for the Determination of Enrofloxacin in Pharmaceuticals
Abstract: Enrofloxacin (EFX) is a first fluoroquinolone veterinary antibiotic and used for the treatment of some urinary tract, respiratory tract, and skin infectious diseases in pets and livestock. Three simple, selective and stability indicating UV-spectrophotometric methods have been developed and validated for the assay of EFX in bulk drug and in its dosage forms. The first proposed method (method A) is based on the measurement of the absorbance of EFX in …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 26–37 Read article
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A Simplified High-Performance Liquid Chromatographic Method For Determination of Vitamin D3 in Human Serum
Abstract: Diabetes is a metabolic disorder caused by defective insulin secretion, insulin action or both. The two major factors for the development of diabetes are pancreatic beta cell dysfunction and insulin resistance. In type 2 diabetes mellitus, production and release of insulin is unobstructed but due to factors like ageing or obesity, the produced insulin cannot compensate for the increased demand. Measurement of the serum level of 25-hydroxyvitamin D3 is the …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 9–13 Read article
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A Sensitive Spectrophotometric Method for the Determination of Diazepam with MBTH
Abstract: A sensitive, specific spectrophotometric method for the determination of diazepam in bulk drug and formulations has been developed. The diazepam is hydrolyzed to yield 2-Methylamino-5- chlorobenzophenone which is coupled with 3-Methyl benzthiazolinone-2-hydrazone, in the presence of ceric ammonium sulphate as an oxidizing agent, to yield a blue colored solution having an absorbance maximum at 585 nm. It obeys Beer’s law in the concentration range of 0 – 4 µg / …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–8 Read article
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Organically Modified Peanut Shell Flour-Reinforced Polypropylene Nanocomposites: Effect of Fiber Surface Treatment on Basic Properties
Abstract: Innovative composite ingredients are increasingly being used, particularly in the automotive, aerospace, aviation, and construction industries. Due to the remarkable properties of nanocomposite components, traditional ingredients are being replaced. This study's work focuses on the usage of polypropylene (PP) as polymer matrices and nanoclay and peanut shell flour (PSF) as reinforcing materials. To enhance the mechanical properties of the PP/PSF composites in the present work, PSFs were treated using sodium …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 19–30 Read article
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Evaluation of Humic Acid Content and Zinc Levels in Soil, Olive Fruit and Leaf Samples in Edremit Bay
Abstract: Edremit Bay is located on west coast of Turkey and region’s economy mainly relies on olive products. In this study, Zn(II) content of soil, olive fruit and olive leaf samples obtained from Burhaniye and Küçükkuyu in Edremit Bay were analyzed. Additionally, humic acid contents of soil samples were determined and compared with a commercial fertilizer additive. Determination of Zn(II) in mineralized samples were achieved using flame atomic absorption spectrometer. The …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 1–7 Read article