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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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Studies on Extraction, Modelling and Purification of Quercetin from Peel of Allium cepa
Abstract: ABSTRACT Quercetin is an anti-oxidant, which very efficiently scavenges highly reactive biological species such as peroxynitrite and hydroxyl radical. Quercetin belongs to the flavonoid’s family. The present studies on optimization of physico-chemical parameters like effects of different solvents, different solvent percentages, particle size, pH and extraction time for the extraction of quercetin was studied. The highest quercetin concentration for optimized conditions was 38 µg/ml. In the soxhlet extraction process, the …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 3–11 Read article
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Effective Utilization of Agriculture Waste
Abstract: Agricultural substances are produced on the earth with the change of seasons. Basically these substances are produced in the nature and are very important for the survival of consumers such as animals and human beings. These substances are widely available on earth, can be a good source of energy or can be converted into useful products. The wastes generated from the crops have a good potential to get converted to …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 13–17 Read article
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Physiochemical Mechanism Associated with Drought Tolerance in Tomato
Abstract: Abiotic stresses are one of the key limitations to global crop production and food security. Among the abiotic stresses, drought is one of the most vital factors that cause changes in morphological, biochemical, and physiological characteristics in plants, and consequently affects the growth and productivity of crops. The main purpose of the present study was to evaluate the effect of drought on physiological traits (ratio of root/shoot length, leaf area …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 6, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 24–36 Read article
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Low Storage Time of Cassava (Manihot esculenta) in Northern Peru: A qualitative approach
Abstract: Introduction: Manihot esculenta (Cassava, Mandioca or Yuca) is a starchy staple source of nutrients around the globe. In Peru the produce can be harvested in the Coast, Highlands and Jungle regions of the Country. Relative fast deterioration of the harbested root has been observed for many decades now. Materials and Methods: A qualitative approach was designed to investigate perishability of the produce after harbest through open interviews directed to Cassava …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 12–15 Read article
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Features of Nanoflotation Technique – A Review
Abstract: ABSTRACT Flotation method is majorly availed in two sectors: mining industry (for separation of metal ores) and in wastewater treatment process (both for municipal and industrial wastewaters) for separation of suspended solids, emulsions, chemical sludge or excess sludge. Traditional flotation relies on floating of solids (mainly suspended solids) on the top of the liquid by air bubbles (in conventional process they have and average diameter of 100–300 μm). Better separation …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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Antimicrobial Activity of Waste Pulp of Citrus sinensis and Citrus limetta
Abstract: An antimicrobial is a substance which kills or inhibits the growth of different types of micro-organisms such as bacteria, fungi or protozoans. Citrus fruit products act as antimicrobial agents against the bacteria and the fungus. Citrus fruits belong to the family Rutaceae. The main objective was to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus sinensis waste pulp and to determine the antimicrobial activity of Citrus limetta waste pulp. The citrus pulp …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 11–22 Read article
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Alkaliphilic Microbes: Distribution, Diversity and Applications
Abstract: ABSTRACTAlkaliphiles are widely distributed in all domains of life viz. eubacteria, archaea and eukarya. Alkaliphilic microbes present in both near neutral and extreme habitats. These can grow vigorously and develop well at alkaline range of pH 8–10. About 63 alkaline lakes are present worldwide and there are only three mesmerizing crater lakes. Worldwide there are five alkaline soda lakes in Ethopia (Africa), six in Kenya and Tanzania (Africa), two in …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 32–36 Read article
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Review on Preventive Instructions for Controlling Infectious Diseases
Abstract: The pathogens of infection are transmitted in health care centers in various ways and from a variety of sources such as air, water, food, insects, and rodents and possibly animals such as cats, patients themselves, medical personnel, visitors, cleaners, surfaces, tools and devices. Tools and surfaces are a major source of infection transmission, and a recent study showed that a large percentage of the phones of health sector workers showed …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 22–28 Read article
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Utilization of rhizobacteria, Pseudomonas trivialis (L) and Earthworm, Eudrilus eugenae (L) for the qualitative and quantitative yield in the crop of radish, Raphanus sativus) (L).
Abstract: The specific density of soil microorganisms and earthworms in soil serve to orchestrate the crop growth progression. There is fruitful interactions among soil microorganisms with earthworms and crop in the field that can change the response of growth and development. The rhizobacteria, Pseudomonas trivialis (L) is a deleterious rhizobacteria (DRB) or a plant growth promoting rhi-zobacteria (PGPR) depending on the plant species. It is well known to produce Indole Acetic …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 24–42 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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A Study on the Properties of Methyl Esters of Camelina Sativa Oil
Abstract: The depletion of fossil fuel and the pollution created due to the combustion of fossil fuels created an awareness to find an alternative to fossil fuels. In this present work, the focus is on to utilize the camelina sativa seed to produce oil and the same is trans-esterified to biodiesel and in this connection a detailed analysis has been done. Biodiesel is produced by transesterification of neat Camelina Sativa oil. …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Seaweeds nanoparticles for wastewater treatment
Abstract: Wastewater comprises of organic, biological and inorganic pollutants. By 2020, the world’s population is expected to reach 7.9 billion further, leading to severe water scarcity. Water purification by nanotechnology can be a possible approach as it can eliminate contaminants and help in the recycling process of nanoparticles to control the economy of water treatment technology. Nanotechnology is one of the major fields of modern research which has escalated over the …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 20–24 Read article
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Literature in Activity of Bacteria
Abstract: Bio- activity (pharmacological activity ) pronounces the advantageous or antagonistic possessions of a drug on living matter. While a drug is a multifaceted chemical blend, this activity is used by the substance's active ingredient or pharmacophore nevertheless canister be adapted thru the other voters. Amongst the several properties of chemical combinations, pharmacological or biological activity theatres a crucial character subsequently it proposes customs of the amalgams in the medical solicitations. …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 11–14 Read article
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Potato Starch-Based Polyethylene Composite: Fabrication and Evaluation
Abstract: This study's objective was to create and evaluate a biodegradable polymer composite consisting of potato starch (PS) and low-density polyethylene (LDPE). The effects of changing the PS content (10– 40 wt%) on the mechanical (elongation at break and tensile modulus), thermal (heat conductivity), and biodegradability characteristics of the polymer composite were examined. Next, it was examined how the cross-linking agent influenced the polymer composite's mechanical and thermal properties. The melt …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Separation Technology · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 32–44 Read article
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A Review on Glucose Sensor
Abstract: The estimation of blood glucose levels is done utilizing different glucose biosensors for the screening, conclusion, and long term administration of patients with diabetes. Amperometric biosensors work by the creation of a present when a potential is connected between two terminals. At the point when a capability of - 0.6 V, with respect to the Ag/AgCl anode is connected to the platinum cathode, a present relative to the oxygen focus …
Published in International Journal of Chemical Engineering and Processing · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 7–11 Read article
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Sustainable Development: The Current Indian Scenario
Abstract: India has emerged as one of the most promising countries for the development of a biotechnology business pole because it is a mega biodiverse country containing more than two million different species of animals, plants and microorganisms. One of the biggest drawbacks of this country is the laws that govern innovation: intellectual property law and provisional measures of access to genetic resources do not encourage innovation in this sector. The …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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A Study of Thermodynamics of Ligand - Receptor Interaction in Chemical Sciences
Abstract: The formation and separation of definite non-covalent interactions between varieties of macromolecules play a crucial role in the function of biological systems. During the last few years, three main lines of research led to a dramatic improvement of our understanding of these important phenomena. First, combination of genetic engineering and X ray crystallography made available a simultaneous knowledge of the precise structure and affinity of series or related ligand-receptor systems …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Life Origin on Earth, Knowledge Development
Abstract: An enigmatic and important feature of life origin on Earth is embodied with a number of different hypotheses and knowledge based on experimental data and biomedical principles. These hypotheses and understanding generally contain some small-scale experimental simulation, chemical structure comparisons and a series of guesswork from existing biological knowledge and principles. So far, there is no widely agreement of single hypothesis without significant arguments and conflicts between researchers of different …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 24–28 Read article
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Polymeric and Modified Nanofibers and Its Application
Abstract: Polymeric nano-fiber based materials and their application is one of the research areas in materials science and nanotechnology. Nano-fibrous materials are receiving extensive research interest for applications in diverse fields as biosensors, optical and chemical sensors, stimuli-responsive or "smart" materials, bioreactors, drug delivery carriers, antibacterial materials, tissue engineering scaffolds, clean energy, electronic and semiconductive materials, reinforced nano-composites, affinity membranes, etc. This is because of their important and interesting characteristics such …
Published in International Journal of Applied Nanotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 11–17 Read article