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102 articles for “biomass”
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Advances in Applied Chemistry: From Electrochemical Biosensors and Gas Sensing to Sustainable Remediation and Nanofluid Engineering
Abstract: Applied chemistry acts as a crucial link between fundamental molecular science and practical technological innovation. It transforms theoretical knowledge into real-world applications that address challenges in healthcare, environment, and industry. This review highlights recent advancements in electrochemical biosensors, which offer rapid and sensitive diagnostic capabilities, along with modern gas detection technologies designed for improved safety and environmental monitoring. Significant attention is given to environmental remediation, particularly the use of activated …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 20–25 Read article
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A review on Biochar and its Nanocomposites for Removal of Toxics from Wastewater
Abstract: Biochar is a carbon-rich material formed by the thermochemical conversion of biomass under oxygen-limited circumstances, providing a long-term solution for waste valorisation and environmental management. Because of its high stability, surface functional groups, and porous structure, biochar has been used extensively in pollutant adsorption, carbon sequestration, and soil amendment. Recent developments have produced biochar nanocomposites, in which the physicochemical properties of biochar are improved by engineering or combining it with …
Published in International Journal of Composite Materials and Matrices · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 15–29 Read article
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Circular Bioeconomy in Animal Nutrition: Applications of Industrial Biotechnology forWaste Upscaling, Nutrient Recovery, and Sustainable Livestock Productivity
Abstract: The transition toward sustainable livestock production requires innovative strategies that enhance resource efficiency while maintaining productivity and profitability. This review examines the integration of industrial biotechnology within animal nutrition as a core driver of circular bioeconomy-based feeding systems. Emphasis is placed on the valorization of agro industrial byproducts, recovery of nitrogen and phosphorus from effluents, and biological conversion of organic waste into high value feed ingredients. Advanced fermentation technologies, enzymatic …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Building a Sustainable Future Through Renewable Energy Exploration
Abstract: Climate change is one of the most pressing current challenges in terms of ecosystem stability, individual and global health and economy. The emissions of greenhouse gases due to the activities of anthropogenic origin on the combustion of fossil fuels, deforestation and other industrial processes. A renewable energy system converts the energy found in sunlight, wind, falling water, sea waves, geothermal heat or biomass, such as heat or electricity. Most of …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 87–94 Read article
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Sustainable Innovations and Research in Bio-Energy Technology
Abstract: This paper thoroughly examines the interconnections between ecology, sustainable development, and biomass energy sources, with a focus on mitigating climate change through energy efficiency and conservation. It highlights key strategies, such as heat recovery, reducing energy demand, and promoting the sensible use of energy, all of which contribute to decreasing overall energy consumption. The expansion of reliable and efficient energy services has accelerated the adoption of green energy, a cornerstone …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 18–35 Read article
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Fermentation of Residual Wheat Straw by Penicillium chrysogenum and Streptomyces griseus Generates Phytohormones
Abstract: Residual lignin from wheat straw (RELIWS) is burned, that causes environmental pollution; as well as global warming by releasing greenhouse gases, an ecological alternative is its microbial by double fermentation by monosporic common fungi and native actinomycete that are able to transform it to phytohormones. The objectives of this work were: i) depolymerization of RELIWS by Penicillium chrysogenum, b) conversion of aromatics of RELIWS into phytohormones by Streptomyces griseus and …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Evaluation of NPSB Fertilizer Rate to Improve Wheat Productivity in Cheha and Yem Districts of Southern Ethiopia
Abstract: Wheat is one of the major cereal crops produced in Ethiopia for the purpose of both home consumption and market; however, its productivity is low due to limited knowledge on rate of fertilizer application, low availability of soil nutrients. Therefore, this research was conducted in 2018 to 2019 during the main cropping season to determine best fertilizer rate for better production of wheat. The experiment consists of eight treatments such …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 20–26 Read article
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A Future Cleaner Fuel: Biofuel
Abstract: The Main advantage of using liquid as fuel is that they can be easily pumped and can also be handled easily. This is the primary motivation behind why every one of the vehicles utilizes liquid type of fuels for combustion reason. For different types of non-transportation applications there are other option strong biomass fuel like wood. These non-transportation applications can bring into utilization these strong biomass powers as they can …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 22–27 Read article
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Microbial electrosynthesis of acetate from carbon dioxide
Abstract: Carbon dioxide gas is the major gaseous effluent release from various industries such as brewing, steel, coal, mills, ceramic, glass, refineries, cement industries and power plants etc. and it is also major constituent of greenhouse gases, due to its ever-increasing hazardous impact on not only on human beings but also on environment now seeks an affordable, clean, reliable and sustainable method to proper dispose of CO2 into the useful products. …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Bioplastics: A Review
Abstract: Plastics made from renewable biomass sources and some have been produced by processing natural biopolymers. Biodegradable bioplastics can be used to reduce the problem of plastic waste materials, which is choking the planet and damaging the ecology. The advantage of bioplastics is that they are not dependent on fossil fuels as a source of raw material. With regard to oil production, fossil fuels are a finite and irregularly divided resource …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 1–4 Read article
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SYNTHESIS OF BIOGAS – A REVIEW
Abstract: Energy is universally recognized as one of the most important inputs for economic growth and human development. Every day, in our walks of life we come across food, vegetable wastes and other organic wastes that have huge potential to uplift the society in a better way, when these are transformed into useful bioenergy. To produce bioenergy from biomass one of the better options is to utilize these potential wastes to …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 59–67 Read article
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Enhancing Yield and Yield Components of Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Varieties by Integrated Blended NPS and Bio-fertilizer in Misrak Meskan District, Central Region, Ethiopia
Abstract: Low available phosphorus, total nitrogen, sulfur, and lack of selected cultivars are the main obstacles to the production of common beans in the research area. An experiment was conducted at Misrak Meskan in 2022 to determine the optimal combination of parameters for maximum yield in common bean types. The study evaluated three levels of NPS fertilizer (0, 100, and 200 kg/ha), two levels of Rhizobium (with and without), and four …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–19 Read article
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Hydrothermal Gasification of Selected Foods for Sustainable Energy Generation using aspen plus
Abstract: Fossil fuels are becoming scarce and depleting at an alarming rate. To address the ever- increasing energy demand and the worrying deterioration of the climatic condition, researchers are obligated to pursue alternate feedstock for sustainable energy generation that promotes carbon neutrality. The search leads to lignocellulosic materials like unprocessed food wastes. These are sizing quantities of agro-waste that seem promising for the production of bioenergy, especially in tropical and subtropical …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2023 Read article
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Farm-Scale Biogas Generation and Upgradation as Transportation Fuel
Abstract: Biogas from the bio degradable biomass like slurry, agricultural wastes, and kitchen wastes mainly consists of the methane, carbon di oxide and the trace amount of sulfur and hydrogen. Methane has a higher calorific value to be used as a transportation fuel and the residual waste after decomposition of biomass can be effectively used as fertilizer. However, the presence of other constituents along with methane significantly hinders the in cylinder …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 1–6 Read article
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Comparative Studies on Production of Biodiesel from Waste Vegetable Oil (WVO) & Noctiluca Scintillans(NS)
Abstract: The world realized that the main source of energy from crude oil, which leads to the environmental concern and disappeared in few years. That’s how new resolutions are under study looking for alternate fuel to replace the fossil fuels. The research studies have been made in field, but none of which are on a large scale production locally in Oman. Based on scenario, Biomass (algae) can be produced to make …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 23–36 Read article
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Effect of Compression Pressure on the Strength and Fuel Properties of Maize Cob Briquettes
Abstract: Biomass can be densified under a high compression pressure or a low compression pressure. The type of raw material, moisture level, particle size, and form typically all influence how much pressure should be used. This study utilized maize cobs and waste paper pulp to produce briquettes which are seen as alternative fuels. The goal was to determine how compression pressure affected the strength and fuel characteristics of the briquettes that …
Published in International Journal of Renewable Energy and its Commercialization · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 16–24 Read article
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Thermodynamic Optimization of Renewable Energy Processes
Abstract: In the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions, the thermodynamic optimization of renewable energy processes plays a crucial role in enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact. This paper explores the principles and methodologies involved in optimizing various renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal energy. By leveraging the fundamentals of thermodynamics, the study examines key parameters and performance indicators to identify optimal operating conditions and design configurations. The analysis …
Published in International journal of Thermodynamics and Chemical Kinetics · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 31–37 Read article
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Sequential Extraction of Pectin and Cellulose from Orange Peel Waste: A Sustainable Waste-to-Valorization Approach
Abstract: Agricultural waste is a huge and underutilized resource of useful biomaterials that are best for sustainable use. The goal of the present study was to develop an integrated waste valorization approach, in which orange peel waste is valorized in the form of cellulose and pectin and their potential is assessed in combination with green synthesis of nanoparticles. Orange peel powder was treated with acid-assisted extraction to obtain pectin, and the …
Published in International Journal of Green Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 19–29 Read article
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Agro Seed Oil Production through Mechanothermal Extraction: Exploring its Potential for Chemical, Pharmaceutical, and Food Industries
Abstract: The increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly industrial raw materials has intensified research into the production of oils from agro seeds using efficient extraction technologies. This study reviews the mechanothermal extraction of agro-seed oils with emphasis on their potential applications in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Mango (Mangifera indica) seeds, which are commonly discarded as agricultural waste during fruit processing, contain significant quantities of lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, antioxidants, and …
Published in International Journal of Analytical and Applied Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2026 Read article
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Synthetic Biology in Industrial Biotechnology for Livestock: Designing and OptimizingNext-Generation Bioprocesses for Sustainable Animal Production and Health
Abstract: Synthetic biology has emerged as a transformative discipline in industrial biotechnology, enabling the rational design and engineering of biological systems for efficient and sustainable production of fuels, chemicals, enzymes, pharmaceuticals, and biomaterials. Unlike traditional genetic engineering, synthetic biology focuses on constructing gene circuits, modular metabolic pathways, and standardized biological parts to precisely control cellular metabolism. Advanced genome editing tools such as CRISPR, combined with computational biology and bioinformatics, allow rapid …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article