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Recent Trends in Production, Characterization, and Utilization of Fungal Chitosan
Abstract: Chitosan is the second most abundant biopolymer in nature after cellulose that can be extracted from marine sources, as well as from agricultural waste products such as mushrooms or other fungal sources following chitin deacetylation. The consistent production of these glycans by fungi is unaffected by seasonal changes, allowing for precise process control. This results in a more consistent quality of the final product. Currently, crustacean shells and other marine …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 23–31 Read article
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Production of Geopolymer Binder from Coal Fly Ash and Limestone to make Cement-Less Concrete to Strengthening of Structures
Abstract: In 2012, more than 100 million tons of Coal Combustion By-products (GCBs) were generated in the USA out of which more than 50% was disposed of in ponds and landfills as tailing materials that could be hazardous to the environment. The other environmental issue is related to Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), a raw material for construction industry, which is responsible for 5–8% of the total CO2 emissions in the world. …
Published in International Journal of Architectural Heritage · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 7–13 Read article
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Planning, Development and Management of Sustainable Cities: A Review
Abstract: Cities are the most affected indicators of human activities on the surface of the earth. These human-dominated things, i.e., cities destroy natural habitats, streamline species composition, upset hydrological systems, and adjust energy flow and nutrient cycling. Today, these significant impacts of human activities, initiated from population increase, rapid urbanization, high private motor vehicle dependency, deregulated industrialization and mass livestock production, are increasing exponentially and causing great deal of environmental, social, …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 19–24 Read article
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Critical Analysis of GRIHA (Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment) Guidelines: -Analyzing the Resources Saved and GRIHA Methodology with the Help of a Case Study
Abstract: India being socially and politically so complex as a country combines with the degrading environmental conditions and depleting natural resources green rating system plays an important role in raising awareness among the public and driving the building makers in the right direction. The Construction Industry in India is Growing at A Fast Pace and Is Facing Environmental Challenges. The Government of India Recognized Green Rating for Integrated Habitat Assessment as …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 48–58 Read article
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Design Strategies for Sustainable Architecture and Buildings
Abstract: Sustainable architecture represents the development of an ecosystem in which humans make a balance between society-energy-ecology. Due to huge urbanization on earth, there are very uneven climate changes which result in the disruption of social, economic, and environmental impacts. The focus is on making an environmental, human, building eco-system, that can support the co-existence of all with interdependency. The increase in the demand for dwelling units increases the consumption of …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 11–17 Read article
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Carbon Neutral Materials and Techniques in Architecture
Abstract: Cities like New York, characterized by numerous industrialized skyscrapers and extensive urban construction, may not be ecologically sustainable for our future. Given the current global trajectory, carbon emissions leading to global warming are on a persistent rise. Buildings and construction activities are responsible for a substantial 39% of the total global carbon emissions. Recent research from the World Green Building Council reveals that while technology advancements can help reduce operational …
Published in International Journal of Sustainable Building Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 22–32 Read article
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Sustainable Urban Landscape Planning: A Search for the Waterway Connection Possibilities around the Periphery of Dhaka City
Abstract: Dhaka is dying for its lost connections of water bodies once that was its natural setting. As a result, it’s suffering from water logging in monsoon and lowering of ground water at a same time. Relationship and possibility between lost nature and existing contaminated environment by controlling the rapid urbanization is the expected the aim of this study. Sustainable urban landscape could be a possible solution. It is such thought, …
Published in International Journal of Urban Design · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 24–52 Read article
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Sustainability in Architecture and Planning: Consumption and Behavior
Abstract: In an era of population growth, increasing economic competition and environmental challenges, planning is essential for the well-being of our communities. This notion of sustainable development has been emerging over the past few decades as a new requirement for urban sectors, that involves conceptual fundamentals and implementations as applied to land-use, transport, infrastructure and planning .It is the process of shaping the three-dimensional spaces in cities, towns and villages which …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Architectural Juggernaut: Decoding the Marvel
Abstract: The study's goal is to utilise natural systems, structures, and procedures to create long-term answers to social challenges. The Renaissance incorporated anthropometry into architecture, elevating man's social standing. A variety of variables influence these trends, including technical improvements, environmental concerns, cultural and sociological shifts, and changing client and user needs. These evolutions resulted in the terms "sustainable architecture" and "biomimicry," which essentially means "to imitate living things." It is a …
Published in International Journal of Architecture and Infrastructure Planning · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 42–50 Read article
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Environment Feasibility Need to Step-Up in India
Abstract: In India environmental issue is a major concern in different-different parts of India. India is a democratic country with various religions and cultures. Soil, Water, Air and Climate are the most important factors to sustain the healthy environment anywhere. In India different soils, different climate, different aspects of various factors contribution leads to different- different environmental issues in various parts of India.
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 40–41 Read article
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Review article: Worthwhile Safeguard of Soil in India – A Need for Future Juveniles
Abstract: Soil is a mixture formed by a porous matrix, which consists of air, water and biota and its severe degradation is a major concern that depends on several factors. Soil problems are due to diversity, water problems, distribution and specific vulnerability of soils. They also depend on geography, relief and climate. In India soil conditions are degraded and are even further worsen by human behavior. Soil is a major part …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 28–31 Read article
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Vertical Landscaping – A Tool for Sustainable Tall Buildings in Tropical Climates
Abstract: With rapid urbanization there has been an ever increasing demand for office and housing space in cities, resulting in taller building typologies. The large concentration of development in urban centers causes an imbalance to the ecology of the place as it replaces vast quantities of natural reserve and vegetation. In recent decades, this has triggered many environmental issues, the city has become more aware and urban planners are willing to …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 29–37 Read article
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Innovations in Landscape Architecture and Urban Designing
Abstract: Urbanization has become a worldwide phenomenon after the second half of the last century. Today more than half of the world population lives in urban environments. According to the World Bank data, 51% percent of the world’s population lives in urban areas as of 2010 (http://data.worldbank.org/indicator/SP.U RB.TOTL.IN.ZS/countries/1W?display=gr aph). Urbanization is a complex and multidimensional concept with its spatial, ecological, economic, social and cultural aspects. While urbanization is widely accepted as …
Published in International Journal of Landscape Planning and Architecture · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–15 Read article
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Phytoremediation of Lead by Brassica juncea and Vetiver zizanioidus
Abstract: The engineering-based remediation technologies of heavy metals from contaminated soil are time consuming, expensive, and create noise to the environment. Accumulation of heavy metals such as Pb, Cd, Hg, Cr, and Ni is destructive to not only plants and animals but also to complete ecosystem. Lead contamination keeps on increasing day by day from industrial waste, paints, ceramics, use of biosolids, and many more. Metals cannot easily degrade, so effective …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2, 2015 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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Bioindicators: A Review
Abstract: Bioindicators of natural quality are significantly utilized as a part of biological and ecotoxicological considers and additionally in applied ecological preservation. Bioindicator research is done in many levels to identify and segregate the effects of man-induced stressors from the effects of natural stressors. All three groups of organisms--microorganisms, plants and animals can play a vital role as indicators of environmental quality. Stress conditions and stress-induced damage can be sensed by …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 22–38 Read article
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Pig food waste and its management
Abstract: In the recent years, the very issue of food waste management has become a global concern and an alarming topic. As per the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), approximately one-third of the total global food production is wasted annually. The amount of food waste which is generated in the common households is very high, with studies and statistics showing that up to 50% of household waste comprises of food items. …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 40–44 Read article
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Chemical Contaminants and Pollution in the Measurable Life of Dhaka City
Abstract: Environmental pollution and food contamination are as old as the civilization itself. It is the consequence of the development of civilization, over utilization of nature, industrialization, and, in fact, a price for the progress. It is highly prominent in Dhaka city. Purpose of the Study: Brief review of chemical-induced pollution and contamination, their consequences and control. Materials and Methods: Comprehensive literature search followed by consulting healthcare professionals about environmental pollution …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 37–46 Read article
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Removal of Colour and Heavy Metals from Waste Water Using Nano-composite based on Rice Husk (Agro-Waste)
Abstract: Agriculture is prominent sector in India which affects largely our economy. A large quantity of agricultural waste is burnt by the farmers in India, which creates environmental problem as well as loss of economy. Nano-technology is very important emerging technology which is being used in almost every field. Nano composites by using agri-residues like bagasse and industrial waste like flyash have been used in this study for reduction of environmental …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 1–3 Read article
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Desulfurization of Light Fuels Using Trihexyl Tetradecyl Phosphonium Bromide
Abstract: Owing to the stringent environmental regulations in many countries for production of ultra-low sulfur petroleum fractions with the aim to reduce sulfur emissions, has resulted in increased interest in this area among the scientific community. The need for zero sulfur emissions enhances the requirement of more advanced techniques in desulfurization. The mechanism of desulfurization by extraction is a promising approach having several advantages over the conventional method of hydrodesulphurization. The …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 18–26 Read article
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Future Outlook of Green Chemistry
Abstract: Chemistry brought about medical revolution till about the middle of 20th century in which drugs and antibiotics were discovered. The world’s food supply also increased immensely due to the innovation of hybrid varieties, enhanced methods of agriculture, better seeds, and use of herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides and insecticides. The quality of life on earth became much better due to the discovery of dyes, plastics, cosmetics and other materials. Soon, the ill …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 27–32 Read article