2 publications

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 8 May 2026

  Extraction and Characterization of Pectin from Malabar Tamarind, and Indian Wild Lime

  By Aron Jeslin, Tamilzhrasan, Vinod Kumar

  Abstract: Pectin is a versatile heteropolysaccharide that is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and biomedical industries because of its gelling, stabilizing, and emulsifying properties. This review discusses the extraction of pectin from agro-waste peels of Malabar tamarind (Garcinia cambogia) and Indian wild lime (Citrus indica) using conventional acid hydrolysis under optimized conditions: pH 1.5–2.0, 85–90°C, and 90 minutes. The process resulted in 22.5% and 27.8% pectin yields, respectively, verified through …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 472–478 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research Special issue 22 Apr 2026

  Biopolymer-Based Flocculation for Microplastic Removal: Fenugreek and Okra as Sustainable Alternatives to Synthetic Flocculants

  By Vivesh Selladurai, Kannan R., Vinod Kumar

  Abstract: Microplastic pollution has emerged as a persistent global environmental concern due to its widespread presence in aquatic ecosystems and potential implications for food chains and human health. Conventional removal approaches, particularly the use of synthetic flocculants such as polyacrylamide (PAM), have demonstrated high removal efficiencies in water treatment applications. However, their use is often associated with environmental concerns including toxicity, non-biodegradable residues, and energy-intensive production processes. In this context, the …

  Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1119–1128 Read article →