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Hazardous Effect of Radioactive Pollution on Environment and Their Possible Preventive Measures
Abstract: Radioactive pollution is the release of radioactive substances or high-energy particles into the air, water, or earth as a result of human activity, either by accident or by design. Radioactive contamination, also called radiological contamination, is the deposition of, or presence of radioactive substances on surfaces or within solids, liquids or gases (including the human body), where their presence is unintended or undesirable (from the International Atomic Energy Agency - …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 19–25 Read article
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Larvicidal Activities of Biosynthesized Zinc and Nickel Nanoparticles using Allium sativum (Garlic) oil on Anopheles spp Larvae Yobe State, Nigeria
Abstract: Emergence of insecticide resistance and their harmful effects on non-target organisms and environment has necessitated an urgent search for development of new and improved mosquito control methods that are effective and safe for non-target organisms and the environment. The present study aims to assess the larvicidal activities of biosynthesized zinc and Nickel Nanoparticles using Allium sativum (garlic) oil against the larvae of malaria Anopheles spp. The garlic oil extracted was …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Spermmediated gene transfer revisited: optimizing delivery, integration, and germline transmissionin large animal models
Abstract: Spermmediated gene transfer (SMGT) exploits the natural role of spermatozoa as DNA vectors to deliver exogenous genetic material to oocytes, potentially enabling economical production of transgenic large animals without complex embryo micromanipulation (1). Early proofofconcept studies established that mammalian sperm can bind, internalize, and protect exogenous DNA, leading to integration, expression, and germline transmission in various species, including pigs (24). Subsequent mechanistic work has challenged the traditional view of sperm …
Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 Read article
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Turmeric and Its Mechanisms in Aging and Associated Conditions
Abstract: A gradual deterioration in physiological processes and heightened vulnerability to illnesses are hallmarks of aging, an unavoidable biological process. Turmeric (Curcuma longa), a staple in traditional medicine, has gained recognition for its role in mitigating the effects of aging and age-associated conditions. The therapeutic potential of turmeric is largely attributed to curcumin, its primary bioactive compound, which exhibits diverse pharmacological properties. Curcumin’s antioxidative capacity combats oxidative stress, a major driver …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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An Energetic Materials for Sustainable Solutions
Abstract: Nanomaterials are typically described as engineered substances possessing at least one dimension between 1 and 100 nm. Materials at the nanoscale display distinctive or enhanced characteristics, such as increased chemical reactivity, superior sensing performance, and improved mechanical properties. Nanotechnology provides a straightforward, rapid, clean, and cost-effective approach for synthesizing a wide range of organic compounds, encouraging many researchers to transition from conventional synthetic techniques. This article aims to highlight the …
Published in International Journal of Energetic Materials · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 7–12 Read article
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Recent advances in utilization of wide band gap metal oxides for photocatalysis of organic waste
Abstract: Water cleaning has become a major challenge in the current scenario with huge amounts of industrial wastes being accumulated in the water bodies over the years. Traditional chemical, physical and biological processes for treating wastewater containing textile dye have disadvantages such as high cost, high energy requirement and generates secondary pollution during treatment process. The progressive oxidation processes technology has been appealing growing attention for the decomposition of organic dyes. …
Published in International Journal of Nanomaterials and Nanostructures · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 1–9 Read article
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Development of Azadirachta Indica Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles and their Prospective Role in Wastewater Treatment
Abstract: An advanced and eco-friendly method for development of nanoparticles is the fundamental role of Nanotechnology. In recent times, the domain of nanotechnology and nanoscience research has witnessed remarkable advancement, resulting in its colloquial name "tiny science." The convergence of nanotechnology and biology leads to the emergence of a highly sophisticated domain known as nanobiotechnology. Nanoparticles are considered the primary structural units in nanotechnology. These particles, referred to as NPs, are …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 32–51 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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High-Performance Thin-Layer Chirography Detection of Ethambutol
Abstract: Ethambutol belongs to the class of organic compounds known as 1, 2 amino alcohols. Being a medication, it is primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Its route of administration is oral. It is readily absorbed by gastrointestinal tract and 50% excreted unchanged by urine. Capacity of protein binding is 20–30%. It is antitubercular agent i.e. inhibiting the synthesis of spermidine in myobacteria also inhibits the transfer of mycolic acids into cell …
Published in International Journal of Industrial Biotechnology and Biomaterials · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2018 · pp. 31–33 Read article
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Response of Plants to Drought Stress: A Review
Abstract: Stress tolerance has long been fascinated plant biologists as a challenge to understand the mechanism of plant survival under biotic and abiotic stress conditions. Exposure to abiotic stresses such as high salinity, drought, extreme light and temperature of plants results in worldwide major loss in crop productivity. The main cause of crop loss worldwide is abiotic stresses, reducing average yield for most major crop plants by more than 50%. The …
Published in International Journal of Plant Biotechnology · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 35–42 Read article
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Synthesis and Evaluation of Antifungal Properties of 2-((4-((6phenylimidazo[2,1-b][1,3,4]thiadiazole-2-yl)methoxy)phenoxy)methyl)-6-phenylimidazo[2,1-b][1,3,4] thiadiazole Derived from Hydroquinone
Abstract: Thiadiazole, a heterocyclic core, has garnered significant interest from chemists seeking novel therapeutic agents. The synthetic route for the target compounds is depicted in Scheme 1. The compounds were synthesized with favorable yields through the condensation of hydroquinone with various organic reagents. They underwent physical characterization and were analyzed using spectroscopic methods, including infrared (FTIR) and NMR (1H, 13C) spectroscopy. The FT-IR spectrum of the product exhibited a ν(C=N) absorption …
Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 76–82 Read article
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Recent Advances in Aquasomes Carrier Nanotechnology for Drug Delivery
Abstract: Aquasomes are a nanobiopharmaceutical carrier device with nanocrystalline calcium phosphate or ceramic diamond particle center and a polyhydroxyl oligomeric film covering them. Aquasomes are spherical 60–300 nm objects that are used to deliver drugs and antigens. It was an effective carrier mechanism for bioactive molecules such as peptides, proteins, hormones, antigens, and genes to particular locations because of properties such as defense and preservation of fragile biological molecules, conformational integrity, …
Published in International journal of Nanobiotechnology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 35–44 Read article
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Treatment of Dairy Wastewater Using Constructed Wetland
Abstract: Naturally existing wetlands have been used for dumping various types of wastewaters and have been promised to dispose of these wastewaters. As a matter of fact, in some areas, natural wetlands still serve this purpose solely and are nothing more than dumping sites. However, extensive research suggested the use of Wetlands for Treatment purposes. Understanding the dynamics of the processes in natural wetlands leads to the use of those processes …
Published in International Journal of Water Resources Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 55–66 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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Review in Dapsone and Sulfa Derivatives with Their Applications in (Fertilizer, Agrochemical, Industrial, Biochemical) Fields
Abstract: Dapsone structure discovered in the early twentieth century, German researcher Paul Ehrlich was acquiring notions of selective toxicity established fundamentally on the ability of specific dyes to destroy microorganisms. Gerhard Domagk was later awarded a Nobel Prize for his efforts, achieving a breakthrough in 1932 with the discovery of the antiseptic ingredient Prontosil inflamed (actinodin sulfonamide). Further inquiry of the chemical factors involved opened the technique for sulfa structures and …
Published in International Journal of Agrochemistry · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 11–19 Read article
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A Quasi-experimental Study to Assess the Effectiveness of Cognitive Stimulation Therapy on Cognition among the Institutionalized Elderly in Selected Old Age Homes at Madurai
Abstract: Background of the Study: The aging population is increasing significantly in the world. Therefore,world population is expected to be comprised of progressively bigger proportion of elderlyindividuals. Human aging is an inevitable process and, as such, implies a process of transformationand progressive change in biological, psychological and social structure. The cognitive functionbegins to deteriorate with advancing age and there are common consequences to variouspsychological and social aspects, such as the loss …
Published in International Journal of Geriatric Nursing · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2021 · pp. 12–21 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